I’m Pooky, an autistic speaker, writer and educator. I help you understand and support neurodivergent children, young people and adults, with practical ideas you can use the very next day.
Below are some of the talks and webinars I’ve given recently. Click into any of them for the slides and companion notes, free to use in your own school or setting.
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ARTICLE: Trauma-informed leadership
In this article, I outline the five principles for trauma-informed practice and interpret them for education leaders.
PODCAST | Co-Regulation Ideas
Podcast exploring what co-regulation is and simple steps we can take to get it right in order to support a child who is overwhelmed.
KEYNOTE: Enabling Neurodivergent Students to Thrive
Slides and resources from a session designed to help staff step into the shoes of neurodivergent students with lots of practical support strategies
DOWNLOAD | Same vs Change Transition Activity
Simple worksheet to help children explore what will change and what will stay the same at times of transition
KEYNOTE: New School Year Anxiety
Slides and resources from a training session exploring how to reduce anxiety for students at the start of the school year and other transition moments.
DOWNLOAD: Supporting Transition for SEND Students
A simple tool to enable staff who’ve got to know a child well to share what works in the classroom with their next class/school staff.