All Aboard ABA

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.

🏊 Seven Swans a-Swimming 🦢Water play meets holiday calm!Bath time can be the perfect low-demand sensory activity to help...
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 💙

🦢 Six Geese a-Laying: Transition SupportHoliday transitions can be hard — new places, new routines, and lots of waiting....
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?





💍 Five Golden Rings: Fine Motor Gift GuideLooking for gifts that are fun and functional? 🎁✨These ABA-friendly toys help ...
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! 💛




🐦 Four Calling Birds: Communication SkillsThe holidays are full of opportunities to practice communication! 🎄✨Use AAC or...
12/18/2025

🐦 Four Calling Birds: Communication Skills

The holidays are full of opportunities to practice communication! 🎄✨
Use AAC or picture exchange to help your child request what they want—without frustration.

🎁 Try modeling requests for:
✔️ “More cookies”
✔️ “Music”
✔️ “Toy”

✨ Tip: Keep visuals nearby, honor the request right away, and celebrate every attempt to communicate—words, pictures, or devices all count!

Small moments = big communication wins 💛



🎄 12 Days of Christmas with All Aboard ABA 🎄Day 3: Three French Hens 🐔🐔🐔The holidays don’t have to be big or overwhelmin...
12/17/2025

🎄 12 Days of Christmas with All Aboard ABA 🎄
Day 3: Three French Hens 🐔🐔🐔

The holidays don’t have to be big or overwhelming to be meaningful. 💛

Starting a simple, predictable tradition can help children feel safe, calm, and connected.

✨ Try one low-demand idea: 📖 Read the same holiday book each year

🚗 Take a cozy drive to see holiday lights

☕ Enjoy cocoa and a favorite movie together

Traditions grow from consistency—not perfection. What simple tradition does your family love?




🐦 Two Turtle Doves Sensory Fun!​Get into the holiday spirit with a Simple Sensory Bin! This is a fantastic, low-prep act...
12/15/2025

🐦 Two Turtle Doves Sensory Fun!

​Get into the holiday spirit with a Simple Sensory Bin! This is a fantastic, low-prep activity for little ones to explore different textures, sounds, and colors.

​Our bin is filled with:

​Red and green colored rice🎄
​Jingle bells🔔
​Mini ornaments and stars🎄
​
Encouraging Social Skills!

​While they are having fun, this activity naturally promotes essential social development:

​✨ Parallel Play: When children play near each other doing similar things, but not necessarily interacting directly. It's a key step towards shared play!

🤝 Sharing: With two or more sets of items, you can gently encourage taking turns and sharing tools like scoops and cups.

​All Aboard ABA: Sensory Play is a wonderful way to engage and teach!

🎄 A Partridge in a Pear Tree: Setting ExpectationsABA Tip/Trick: How to use a visual schedule for holiday events (e.g., ...
12/14/2025

🎄 A Partridge in a Pear Tree: Setting Expectations

ABA Tip/Trick: How to use a visual schedule for holiday events (e.g., visiting family, opening gifts).

Post a visually appealing example of a simple holiday schedule/social story.

Level Up Your Holiday Comfort: The Sensory-Friendly Movie Night! 🍿Why brave the crowds when you can create the perfect v...
12/13/2025

Level Up Your Holiday Comfort: The Sensory-Friendly Movie Night! 🍿

Why brave the crowds when you can create the perfect viewing environment right at home? A sensory-friendly setup ensures everyone can relax and enjoy the movie magic.

Must-Haves for Comfort:

✅ Flexible Seating: Forget the couch! Use beanbag chairs, pillows, or even a crash mat. Movement is welcome!

✅ Noise Buffer: Keep those noise-canceling headphones handy for loud parts (especially commercials or dramatic music).

✅ Dim, Not Dark: Use soft lamps or string lights instead of total darkness to maintain visual comfort.

✅ Weighted Items: Weighted blankets or lap pads can help ground the body and provide calming input while watching.

Remember: Pressing 'Pause' is always allowed! Enjoy your comfortable cinema! 🎬

Seeing ourselves on screen makes the holidays brighter! 🌟We love when holiday movies showcase diversity, including chara...
12/12/2025

Seeing ourselves on screen makes the holidays brighter! 🌟
We love when holiday movies showcase diversity, including characters on the Autism spectrum or those with disabilities. Representation matters because it normalizes differences and builds empathy in all viewers.

A few recent gems include:

The Christmas Bond (featuring an autistic teen)

The Reason (focused on a community healing through a mysterious child)

But let's be honest... sometimes, we see allegories in the classics, too! Who else thinks of Rudolph as a tale of being accepted for being different? 🔴

We want to know: What holiday movie makes your family feel seen, included, or offers the best lesson in acceptance?

Drop your movie recommendation below! 👇

The Grinch's Heart Grew Three Sizes... but it started with some serious grumpiness! 💚The holidays can be overwhelming. B...
12/10/2025

The Grinch's Heart Grew Three Sizes... but it started with some serious grumpiness! 💚

The holidays can be overwhelming. Before we can cope, we need to know what we're feeling! Emotional identification is the first step to regulation.

Ask Yourself/Your Child:

🎄Does my body feel tight (like the Grinch planning his heist)?

🎄Do I feel hot (like being stuck up on Mount Crumpit)?

🎄Am I stomping or hiding (like the Grinch getting ready to steal)?

Once we name the feeling (Frustrated, Angry, Overwhelmed), we can use a coping skill (deep breaths, quiet time, a quick run/stomp!).

What's your family's favorite go-to coping skill when the holidays feel like too much? Share your tips! 👇

All Aboard the Sensory Express! 🚂 Hot Chocolate Sensory Bin Time!Get ready to craft and play! We're channeling the cozy ...
12/09/2025

All Aboard the Sensory Express! 🚂 Hot Chocolate Sensory Bin Time!

Get ready to craft and play! We're channeling the cozy vibes of The Polar Express with a fun sensory activity that works on fine motor skills and texture tolerance.

What You'll Need:

Base: Dried cocoa powder (for scent!) mixed with dried kidney beans or rice.

Fillers: Mini marshmallows, plastic spoons/scoops, small bells, or cotton balls.

Tools: Tongs, small cups, or spoons for scooping and pouring.

💡 ABA Play Tip: Use this activity to practice imitation ("You scoop, I scoop!") and labeling ("soft marshmallow," "brown powder"). This is a low-demand, high-engagement way to play and learn!

Don't forget to ring your bell when you're done! 🔔

"You'll shoot your eye out!" 😉 But first, let's learn how to ask!Just like Ralphie wants that coveted BB gun, our learne...
12/09/2025

"You'll shoot your eye out!" 😉 But first, let's learn how to ask!

Just like Ralphie wants that coveted BB gun, our learners have things they desperately want! The holidays are the perfect time to practice strong requesting skills.
We often assume our child knows how to ask, but modeling is crucial!

🎁 3 Quick Ways to Model Requesting:

Hand-over-Hand: Gently help them point or hand over a picture (PECS) for an item they want.

Immediate Echo: If they attempt the sound or word, echo the full phrase and immediately give the item (reinforcement!).

Offer Choice: Hold up two items and say, "Do you want a cookie OR a toy?" This reduces the demand and promotes verbal choice.

Which request skill are you working on this week? Tell us below! 👇

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