Invite Victoria Boland (songwriter of the Autism Song) & her partner, Andrew Rudd, to entertain at your next fundraiser! Victoria & Andrew can provide great music for all ages, or a full tribute show. Learn more at their website by clicking photo below. And yes, of course Victoria will sing "Don't Give Up on Me" at your event!
This site is for those interested in learning more about autism using our frequently updated articles on autism. (Scroll down page for articles) We invite submissions from those conversant with autism, both parents and educators, to register and submit relevant articles, and to leave comments on any articles posted on this site.
This site is also dedicated to the songwriters and people behind the release of the single CD, "Don't Give Up On Me" (Autism). Find out about the song, the songwriters and the singer, Victoria Boland
Below, enjoy a pictorial video set to the original recording of "Don't Give Up On Me" which opens with a message sent by Victoria Boland to the CNAF from Hong Kong in 2005. To see Victoria performing this song live in 2006, CLICK HERE
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Typical Effective Teaching Strategies for Individuals With Autism (10 Aug 2007) Teaching individuals with autism is never easy. What works with one child might have negative effects on another. If you watch closely, the child will be your best teacher. This article is a conglomeration of preferred programming strategies I have learned in classes and workshops interspersed with lessons from the children.
What is Autism - The Real Truth (04 May 2009) Autism is constantly in the news - what with Jenny McCarthy talking about it with Larry King and Oprah, President Obama giving priority to autism research and funding, news reports of an autism epidemic etc. - but what exactly is autism? Is every autistic person a savant or like Dustin Hoffman in "Rainman"?
Why Me - A Reflection On Autism (08 Oct 2007) How many times have I asked myself this question? Why me? When we're out shopping and my son starts to tantrum, and head butt me and yell inappropriate language at everyone around us, I ask myself this question.
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