FYI: Autism Spectrum Disorder in a Typical Kindermusik Setting

Have you ever wondered if your child is different, and has special needs. Below is a list of things to watch for in our Kindermusik classes that help diagnose Autism.
Village 0-18mos: Slower motor development, Lack of engagement, Difficulty with visual tracking, Delayed language development, (no babbling, screaching) HFA: Faster language development than typical, Older HFA: Elevated ability in a specific area, Autistic traits may not become apparent until 18-21 months and sometimes as early as 15 months.
Our Time 18mos-3yrs: Delayed fine and/or gross motor development (not holding instruments), Delays in expressive and receptive communication (inability to follow directions), Difficulty with transition into the classroom and from one activity to the next, Inconsistencies with behavior (behavior may correlate with activity), Aggression toward parent or other children, Aloof or lack of spatial and social awareness, Undeveloped imaginative play, Odd and/or repetitive patterns of behavior, Physical disability apparent.
Imagine That 3 1/2-5 yrs: Delays in fine and gross motor development, Delays in expressive and receptive language, Lack of imaginative play, Difficulty with transition, Inconsistencies in behavior, Aggressive behavior to self or others when distressed, Aloof/lack of spatial and social awareness, Odd speech patterns and/or intonation, Self stimulatory behaviors (possible masturbation), Perseveration of conversation topic (resurrects same thought over and over again), Odd interests, May look different.
Young Child 5-7yrs: Growing social awkwardness with peers, Limited interests, Literal thinking, Odd social interaction with peers and educator, Rigidity with schedule.

If your chid displays these basic signs there are many ways in which to get help. The University of Utah has a child development clinic to contact for diagnosis. Their number is 1-800-829-8200. Another help is The Pingree School for Autism. Their phone number is 801-581-0194. There are many ways to implement and reinforce musical learning with each autistic child through Kindermusik. My kindermusik program is 100% guaranteed to help all children no matter what their need.