Episode Resources

Podcast Episode Resources Information and product links mentioned by our podcast guests and site visitors. Some items are free, and some are for purchase and may help support the Water Prairie podcast and website.

This page may contain affiliate links to products offered on Amazon or other shopping sites. As an Amazon associate or other affiliate partner, we may earn a small commission on items purchased through these links as a way of supporting the podcast and website, but the cost to you is not impacted by using these links. The items listed on this page are either items we have used personally and recommend or have been recommended by site visitors or guests on the podcast.

Episode #2 – Part 1: Growing Up With Albinism, Nystagmus, and Low Vision

Episode #2 – Part 2: Accommodations for Low Vision Students & Goalball for All

Some of the topics covered during Emily’s interview:

• Article on How to Play Goalball with video links

• Goalball Supplies:
  • Goalball
  • Blackout goggles
  • Knee pads: https://amzn.to/3GpuUdf
  • Elbow pads (optional): https://amzn.to/3LwpLEg
  • 3mm string for floor: https://amzn.to/3gszVqY
  • Floor tape (test on sample spot before marking the court): https://amzn.to/3HwIeOu

• Emily’s Instagram: @oemilygrace

Episode #3 – Part 1: Growing Up With a Visual Impairment (Leber Congenital Amaurosis)

Episode #3 – Part 2: Space Camp, Surfing, and Zip Lining! (Leber Congenital Amaurosis)

Some of the topics covered during Olivia’s interview:

• Job Access With Speech (JAWS)

• Nonvisual Desktop Access (NVDA)

• Braille Challenge

• SCIVIS Space Camp

• SEE Camps in NC

• Olivia’s Instagram: @o_wilkerson04

Episode #5: Misunderstood Invisible Disabilities (ADHD, Dysgraphia & Narcolepsy)

Some of the information covered during Christopher’s interview:

• Amazon links:
  • Pencil grip trainer – https://amzn.to/3vjQNZH
  • Sonic Bomb Alarm Clock – https://amzn.to/3ta0kQu
  • Robot Rolling Alarm Clock – https://amzn.to/3BUkmlZ
  • Echo Smart Pen – https://amzn.to/3BWqHNI
  • Echo Smart Pen notebooks – https://amzn.to/35p6Iel
  • Lenovo laptop for school/college – https://amzn.to/3M2ek7o     
  • Dick and Jane books – https://amzn.to/3vlqAtL

• The Hill Learning Center (Durham, NC)

• Kardz 4 Kidz / Emily’s Originals website

• Narcolepsy Resources:
  • Narcolepsy Network – https://narcolepsynetwork.org/
  • Project Sleep – https://project-sleep.com/
  • American Sleep Association – https://www.sleepassociation.org/
  • NORD – https://rarediseases.org/rare-diseases/narcolepsy/
  • National Sleep Foundation – https://www.thensf.org/

• Christopher’s Instagram: @cwollum_16

Episode #6: The Creator of the Dancing Eyes Podcast (Congenital Nystagmus)

Some of the information covered during Frankie’s interview:

• The Dancing Eyes Podcast on YouTube
• Frankie’s Instagram: @frankiecaputo22
• Dancing Eyes Podcast Instagram: @dancingeyespodcast

Episode #7: Sensory Friendly Play at Marbles Kids Museum in Raleigh, NC (Inclusive Play Options)

Some of the information covered during Hardin’s interview:

• Marbles Kids Museum website
• Marbles Kids Museum on YouTube
• Marbles Instagram: @marblesraleigh

Episode #8: Wake Up and Play Ball! (Can You Play NCAA Sports if You Have Narcolepsy?)

Some of the information covered during Christopher’s interview:

• Narcolepsy Resources:
  • Narcolepsy Network – https://narcolepsynetwork.org/
  • Project Sleep – https://project-sleep.com/
  • American Sleep Association – https://www.sleepassociation.org/
  • NORD – https://rarediseases.org/rare-diseases/narcolepsy/
  • National Sleep Foundation – https://www.thensf.org/

• Christopher’s Instagram: @cwollum_16

Episode #9: Traci Wilkerson, O&M Instructor(Parent of Visually Impaired Children)

Some of the information covered during Traci’s interview:

• Traci’s Instagram: @oandemom

Episode #10: Nicole Schlechter, The IEP Mom (How to Begin Advocating for Your Child With a Disability at School)

Some of the information covered during Nicole’s interview:

• Nicole’s Instagram: @nicole_schlechter
• The IEP Parent Academy Instagram: @theiepparentacademy
• IEP Parent Academy Website
• Nicole Schlechter Website
• Nicole’s TikTok: @TheIEPMom

• Free IEP Parent Guide

Episode #11: Justin Houcek, Mentor for teens and adults with Autism (Living Life with Autism)

Some of the information covered during Justin’s interview:

• Justin’s Website: ASDwithME.com

Episode #12: Jennifer Pfaltzgraff, The Arc of the Triangle (NC) (Support for Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, and more!)

Some of the information covered during Jennifer’s interview:

The Arc of the Triangle (As of 12/1/22, their name is now Triangle Disability & Autism Services) Contact Information:

• Website: arctriangle.org
• Instagram: @triangledas
• Twitter: @ArcofTriangle
• Facebook: @arctriangle
• LinkedIn: The Arc of Wake County

Episode #13: Stimming Behavior in Autistic Children and Adults (The Role of Stimming in Autistic Children and Adults)

Some of the information covered during Episode #13:

• We mentioned several online articles during this episode, and the links to those are as follows:
  • https://www.health.com/condition/anxiety/what-is-stimming
  • https://www.andnextcomesl.com/2021/09/stimming-behaviors.html
  • https://childmind.org/article/autism-and-stimming/
  • https://thewarrencenter.org/help-information/autism/what-is-stimming-and-how-can-i-help-my-child/

• Justin’s Website: ASDwithME.com

• Brody the Lion Books:(As an Amazon Associate, I may receive a commission if you make a purchase. This is a way you can help support the podcast!) 
  • I Can Do it, Yes I can! – https://amzn.to/37HoDON
  • Sometimes I ROAR! – https://amzn.to/3OyeioY
  • The Shopping Flip – https://amzn.to/3v5r8n6
  • Meets the Doc – https://amzn.to/3k5L8zG
• Get a FREE 30 Day Trial for Kindle Unlimited! – https://amzn.to/3EErPqw
• ChewiGem chewing jewelry and accessories – https://amzn.to/3xNxauo

Episode #14: The History and Symbols of Autism (The Autism Puzzle Piece and Autism History)

Some of the information covered during Episode #14:

• Water Prairie Chronicles Episodes focused on autism topics:
  • Episode #10 – Nicole Schlechter, the creator of the IEP Parent Academy and mother of an autistic son
  • Episode #11 – Justin Houcek, the owner of ASDwithME and mentor in his community
  • Episode #12 – Jennifer Pfaltzgraff, the executive director of the Arc of the Triangle and mother of a son with cerebral palsy
  • Episode #13 – A discussion on the role of stimming in autistic children and adults
• Websites referenced:
  • https://www.britannica.com/science/autism
  • https://www.autisticempire.com/2018/07/30/so-you-think-the-mmr-jab-is-dangerous/
  • https://otsimo.com/en/history-of-autism-when-was-autism-first-diagnosed/
  • https://theplaceforchildrenwithautism.com/autism-blog/autisms-colors-symbols
  • http://web.archive.org/web/20070714093137/http:/www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/polopoly.jsp?d=364&a=2183
  • https://studybreaks.com/thoughts/puzzle-piece-infinity-symbolas-a-symbol-for-autism/
  • https://goodautismschool.com/autism-symbol/
  • https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/awareness-pride-evolution-autism-symbols-from-1963-amber/?trk=articles_directory

• Brody the Lion Books:(As an Amazon Associate, I may receive a commission if you make a purchase. This is a way you can help support the podcast!) 
  • I Can Do it, Yes I can! – https://amzn.to/37HoDON
  • Sometimes I ROAR! – https://amzn.to/3OyeioY
  • The Shopping Flip – https://amzn.to/3v5r8n6
  • Meets the Doc – https://amzn.to/3k5L8zG
• Get a FREE 30 Day Trial for Kindle Unlimited! – https://amzn.to/3EErPqw

Episode #15: Inclusive Sports Example – Goalball (Adapted Sports in College Recreation Program)

Some of the information covered during Episode #15:

• Article on How to Play Goalball with video links

• Goalball Supplies:
  • Goalball
  • Blackout goggles
  • Knee pads: https://amzn.to/3GpuUdf
  • Elbow pads (optional): https://amzn.to/3LwpLEg
  • 3mm string for floor: https://amzn.to/3gszVqY
  • Floor tape (test on sample spot before marking the court): https://amzn.to/3HwIeOu

• Emily’s Instagram: @oemilygrace

Episode #16: Dr. Kristin Wegner, Author of the Brody the Lion Book Series (Early Diagnosis for Autism)

Some of the information covered during Episode #16:

• Dr. Wegner’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brody.the.lion/
• Dr. Wegner’s website: https://www.brodythelion.com/
• Brody the Lion Shopping Page: https://brodythelion.shop/ (Books, plush animals, stickers, and book bundles are available)

• Brody the Lion Books:(As an Amazon Associate, I may receive a commission if you make a purchase. This is a way you can help support the podcast!) 
  • I Can Do it, Yes I can! – https://amzn.to/37HoDON
  • Sometimes I ROAR! – https://amzn.to/3OyeioY
  • The Shopping Flip – https://amzn.to/3v5r8n6
  • Meets the Doc – https://amzn.to/3k5L8zG
• Get a FREE 30 Day Trial for Kindle Unlimited! – https://amzn.to/3EErPqw

Episode #22: Praveen Sriram (Autistic Friendship: How to Help Your Autistic Child Make Friends)

Some of the information covered during Episode #22:

Book referenced: Make Your Bed – https://amzn.to/3OAEdM2

• Get a FREE 30 Day Trial for Kindle Unlimited! – https://amzn.to/3EErPqw

Episode #23: Kristin Faith Evans, author of the Special Needs Moms Blog (Support for Caregivers of Special Needs Children)

Some of the information covered during Episode #23:

• Special Needs Moms Blog

This page may contain affiliate links to products offered on Amazon or other shopping sites. As an Amazon associate or other affiliate partner, we may earn a small commission on items purchased through these links as a way of supporting the podcast and website, but the cost to you is not impacted by using these links. The items listed on this page are either items we have used personally and recommend or have been recommended by site visitors or guests on the podcast.