Parents
Helpful Information for Families, Caregivers & Educators
Practical, easy-to-use information that supports your child’s growth and development.
Welcome to the AnW Instructional Services Guides & Tips page — a dedicated space filled with practical, easy-to-use information that supports your child’s growth and development.
Whether you’re exploring therapy options, navigating school supports, or looking for everyday strategies to help your child thrive, our guides are designed with clarity, compassion, and expertise.
Family Support Guides
Parenting a child with developmental, learning, or behavioral needs can raise many questions. Our family support guides provide guidance on topics that matter most to you.
These resources are written in clear language, free of jargon, so you can focus on understanding and action.
Understanding Developmental Milestones
Learn what to expect at each stage of your child's growth — from communication and play to motor and social skills.
What to Do When You're Concerned
Not sure if your child's development is on track? Our step-by-step recommendations help you know when to seek evaluation and support.
How to Talk with Your Child's Provider
How to Talk with Your Child's Provider
Therapy & Intervention Tips
Therapy is most effective when families feel informed and involved. Our AnW specialists share practical tips you can use at home between sessions
These tips help translate therapy goals into real-world progress.
Speech Support Activities
Fun, everyday ways to encourage communication during play, routines, and reading time.
Occupational Therapy Strategies
Ideas to build fine motor skills, sensory regulation, self-help routines, and daily participation.
Behavior Support Techniques
Positive, strength-based approaches to help your child feel safe, understood, and successful.
Learning & Study Skills
Supports for homework, organization, attention, and school routines — tailored to your child's needs.
School & Learning Resources
Partnering with your child’s school is essential for consistent success. Here you’ll find materials designed to help you:
- Understand your child's rights in education
- Prepare for IEP and evaluation meetings
- Share effective strategies with teachers
- Track goals and progress across environments
We also offer suggestions for working collaboratively with school staff to create supportive learning plans.
Behavior, Regulation & Daily Skills
Children learn best when they feel calm, supported, and capable. Our guides help:
- Build emotional regulation — tools to help your child manage big feelings and transitions
- Strengthen independence — step-by-step ideas for dressing, mealtime routines, and organization
- Improve everyday behavior — positive routines that encourage cooperation, confidence, and resilience
These tips are shared in relatable, family-friendly language you can use right away.
Transition Planning & Life Skills
As children grow, their needs and goals change. Our transition guides help families prepare for key moments such as:
- Entering school
- Moving between grade levels
- Preparing for middle and high school
- Developing life and self-advocacy skills
You’ll find checklists, explanations, and action steps to support each stage of growth.
Parent Workshops & Learning Opportunities
AnW Instructional Services offers ongoing learning experiences for families and caregivers, including:
- Live workshops
- Parent education series
- Webinars on current topics
- Tips for behavior, communication, routines, and school success
Check back regularly for upcoming sessions — or contact us to suggest a topic you’d like to see.
How to Use These Resources
All guides are designed to be:
- Clear and actionable
- Family-centered
- Developmentally appropriate
- Easy to share with schools and providers
You can use them on their own, review them with your child’s team, or incorporate them into your daily routines.
Need Other Support?
If there’s a topic not covered here that you’d like help with, don’t hesitate to reach out. Your child’s progress matters — and we’re here to help families feel confident and informed every step of the way.