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All Aboard ABA

Using Applied Behavioral Analysis to provide children on the Autism Spectrum with tools for success! Visit us at: allaboardaba.com

All Aboard ABA is a family-oriented service provider dedicated to delivering high-quality in-home ABA Therapy services in Virginia Beach and parts of the Cheseapeake and Norfolk areas.

01/03/2026

✨ Strategy Saturday: Parallel Play ✨

Parallel play is when children play side-by-side with similar toys or activities, without the expectation of direct interaction. While it may look like they’re playing “alone,” so much learning is happening!

This type of play helps children build comfort around peers, practice observing and imitating others, and develop independence at their own pace. Parallel play lays the foundation for future social skills—without pressure, demands, or forced interaction. 💛

Every child develops social skills differently, and parallel play is an important step along that journey.

Want to learn more? Follow the resource below!

https://apollobehavior.com/understanding-parallel-play-in-autism/

01/02/2026

✨ Transitioning Back to School After Christmas Break ✨

Returning to school routines after a long break can feel overwhelming for many kiddos with autism—and that’s okay. 💛 A little preparation and extra support can make a big difference.

🎒 Try these gentle transition tips:
• Start re-establishing routines a few days early
• Use visual schedules or social stories
• Pack calming tools for school days
• Offer extra patience, reassurance, and praise

Every child transitions at their own pace. Progress over perfection. You’ve got this! 💪✨

Extra resource:

https://stepforwardaba.com/back-to-school-tips-autism/

12/31/2025

🎉 Happy New Year’s Eve from All Aboard ABA! 🎉

New Year’s Eve can be exciting and overwhelming for many autistic kiddos. A little preparation can go a long way in helping the evening feel safe, calm, and predictable. 💗

✨ Parent Tips for Tonight:

• Preview the plan – Use a simple visual or verbal schedule so your child knows what to expect.

• Offer noise support – Headphones, quiet rooms, or calming music can help with fireworks and loud celebrations.

• Plan an early “countdown” – Celebrate at 7 or 8 pm if midnight feels like too much.

• Keep comfort items close – Favorite toys, blankets, or sensory tools can provide regulation.

• Honor their needs – It’s okay to skip traditions and create ones that work for your family.

Here’s to a night filled with connection, flexibility, and celebration in ways that feel right for your child. 💕✨

12/28/2025

✨ New Year’s Eve can be exciting—and overwhelming! ✨

A little preparation can go a long way in helping autistic children feel safe, calm, and confident as we welcome the New Year

🎉 From talking through the plan to creating a quiet space and practicing the countdown, small supports make big moments more enjoyable for everyone. 💙

What strategies help your family ring in the New Year?

12/27/2025

The weekend after Christmas can feel a lot—changed routines, big emotions, and full sensory cups. 💕

This is your reminder that it’s okay to slow things all the way down. 🦥

Lower demands, lean into familiar routines, and focus on regulation before goals. Progress will still be there when everyone feels settled again.

✨ Small, calm moments count.

12/25/2025

✨ Merry Christmas from all of us at All Aboard ABA! 🎄❤️

We’re so grateful for our incredible families, learners, and team who make every day meaningful. Wishing you a season filled with warmth, connection, and moments that matter!

12/23/2025

🎄 Lords a-Leaping: Independent Living Gift Idea 🎄

Practical gifts can be powerful tools for building independence!

Thoughtful items like weighted blankets, button & zipper boards, and kid-friendly chore tools help support daily living skills while boosting confidence and success.

These are gifts that truly keep on giving—long after the holidays are over ✨

12/22/2025

💃 Nine Ladies Dancing 💃

Holiday movement breaks are a fun way to get energy out and support gross motor skills! Try these simple, festive activities anytime you need a reset:

☃️ Snowman Stomp
🦌 Reindeer Run
🔔 Jingle Jump

Perfect for home, school, or therapy sessions—keep it playful, short, and joyful this holiday season!

12/21/2025

🥛 Eight Maids a-Milking 🍪

Cookie Decorating ABA Tip/Trick/Craft

Cookie decorating is more than just a holiday treat — it’s a perfect opportunity to practice task analysis, turn-taking, and impulse control ✨

Break it down into simple, manageable steps:
✔️ One sprinkle at a time
✔️ First my turn, then your turn
✔️ Follow clear, predictable rules

Keeping expectations simple helps make holiday activities more successful and more fun for everyone 💛

12/20/2025

🏊 Seven Swans a-Swimming 🦢

Water play meets holiday calm!

Bath time can be the perfect low-demand sensory activity to help little bodies wind down during the busy holiday season. Try DIY bath bombs or festive floating toys to bring a little magic into the tub—no pressure, just play.

✨ Follow your child’s lead
✨ Allow exploration without expectations
✨ End the day feeling calm and connected

Sensory moments like these support regulation while keeping routines joyful 💙

12/19/2025

🦢 Six Geese a-Laying: Transition Support

Holiday transitions can be hard — new places, new routines, and lots of waiting. These ABA-friendly strategies can help make transitions smoother and less stressful for everyone. 💛

✨ 3 Transition Tips to Try:
⏰ Use a timer to count down to the next activity
🧸 Offer a transition object for comfort
➡️ Use First/Then language to set clear expectations

Small supports can make a big difference during busy holiday moments. 🎄

💬 Which transition is hardest for your child this season?

12/18/2025

💍 Five Golden Rings: Fine Motor Gift Guide

Looking for gifts that are fun and functional? 🎁✨

These ABA-friendly toys help strengthen fine motor skills while keeping play engaging and low-pressure.

🖐️ Try toys like:
✔️ Lacing beads
✔️ Play dough kits
✔️ Simple blocks
✔️ Peg boards
✔️ Tongs & pom-poms

✨ Tip: Fine motor play supports independence with dressing, feeding, writing, and daily routines—without it feeling like “work.”

Save this for holiday shopping inspiration! 💛

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