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Some individuals with autism are unable to enjoy magazines because they tend to shred the paper or tear out pages. Others simply wear out the magazines by reading their favorite issue over and over again. Take a look at this simple solution for making magazines more durable.

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Many of my friends with autism really enjoy reading magazines and thumbing through catalogs, but the fragile nature of the paper and construction poses a problem. This simple process helps make the magazines more durable, allowing my friends to enjoy perusing the pages over and over again, even if they tend to obsessively shred or tear out pages.

STEP 1: Take the magazine apart by carefully taking out the staples and cutting pages on the fold so you end up with a stack of single pages. Note: if your friend with autism obsessively disassembles magazines, it is best to do this out of their sight.

STEP 2: Put each magazine in an inexpensive plastic sheet protector. I really like the lightweight Staple brand of sheet protectors because they are not shiny, making it easier to see pictures and read text.

STEP 3: Put the pages in a loose-leaf binder. You can put several issues of one magazine in a ½ inch binder. I use the soft side notebooks or paper school folders, but any three-ring binder works.

STEP 4: Mark the cover and/or spine of the binder with the name of the magazine and keep in a convenient, accessible spot to encourage your friend with autism to enjoy reading during their free time.

TIP FOR THE DAY: This process is simple enough for some individuals with autism to complete on their own, so they can make their own durable magazines.

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NOTE TO READERS AND LISTENERS: I am Cathy Knoll, a board certified music therapist and long-time friend of many folks with autism. At FAQautism.com we are committed to providing free, practical, everyday tips for making life better for people with autism. Feel free to send me a confidential email at talk@FAQautism.com with your thoughts or challenging situations or innovative solution. And don’t forget to check out our website for a wealth of ideas and a glimpse into the world of autism. http://FAQautism.com

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