For Parents & Families
Informed, Educated, and Prepared
When your child receives an autism diagnosis, the world gets overwhelming fast. Special Learning gives you the knowledge, the tools, and the support to help your child thrive. Most of our parent resources are free.
Free Tools That Work
Visual schedules, social stories, flashcards, and daily living skills resources. Created by board-certified professionals. Downloaded by thousands of families worldwide. Yours to use immediately.
Understand ABA Without the Jargon
ABA Level 1 for Families explains applied behavior analysis in clear, practical language. What it is, how it works, and how to apply it at home. No clinical background required.
Screening and Support
Concerned about your child's development? Our free 37-question Autism Early Screening Checklist gives you a starting point. Our V-CAT program offers a free 60-minute consultation with a BCBA who can help.
A Journey, Not a Sprint
Building independence skills step by step. From basic communication to daily living. At your pace. On your schedule.
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What Parents Say
My life has been changed. I had the best experience taking this ABA Training Course. I am now able to understand the challenges my son exhibits and how to deal with them accordingly to see positive results.
Morgan Gravely
Parent
I am very happy I found your training course! I am learning a lot of new things and I am also seeing so many mistakes I have been doing while working with my son. Thank you so much for everything!
Anna Lopareva
Parent, Russia
I never imagined I would learn this much! I am so happy I made this training. I have invited my coworkers to do it too. This is the best training I have ever done.
Ana da Cunha
Parent and Educator
All Free Resources in One Place
Visual schedules, social stories, screening checklist, behavior tracker, and more. No account required. No cost.
Browse Free ResourcesFrequently Asked Questions
No. While we serve behavior analysts and technicians, many of our resources were created specifically for families. Our parent toolkit, visual schedules, social stories, and ABA Level 1 are all designed for non-professionals.
No. Free resources are available without an account.
Start with our free Autism Early Screening Checklist, then download visual schedules and social stories. If you need personalized guidance, our V-CAT program offers a free 60-minute initial consultation with a BCBA.
ABA Level 1 for Families covers the fundamentals of applied behavior analysis in language designed for families, not clinicians. You can also explore our free guides, glossary, and tools to start understanding the basics at no cost.
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