Some children find it easy to join a group of children. When they see another child, or a group of children playing something that looks like fun, they either just sit down and join in, or ask simple questions such …
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Have you ever noticed how some young children just do not seem to know how to listen to others? When someone is talking to them, a child may not stop playing in order to look up and acknowledge the other …
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Materials Required: 2 puppets crayon and paper for the puppet show puppet theatre (optional) visual schedule outlining the schedule for this session rules board radio or cd player with music cd crayons, markers or pencils (one per child) scissors (one …
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“Food for Thought” 75% of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder experience atypical eating patterns and have limited food preferences. Tips to support good eating Routines: Establish clear routines around meals and snacks. Try to ensure that they occur at consistent …
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MagnusCards is a free app that combines a proven method of instruction (Social Stories) with elements of game design to help people learn life skills.
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Deciding where to play or what activity to choose can be a difficult task for some children. Sometimes there are just too many activities to choose from and it can be overwhelming for a child. As a parent, teacher or …
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By MyDirectPlan In 2020, the Ontario provincial government announced temporary changes to the Passport and SSAH (Special Services at Home) Funding programs. These changes were put in place as a response to the COVID-19 pandemic to ensure that families and …
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The Marcella stories are two books that you can print, they are focused on a young girls experiences in a daycare.
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Mealtimes are very important to daily life. They provide special moments for socializing and communicating. It’s also a great opportunity for learning to sit at the table, eat and drink independently. Making the mealtime routine a success requires some special …
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Michael is a four-year old boy in the preschool classroom. During outdoor playtime, Michael usually plays with a ball or goes on the slide. The teachers have noticed that he frequently pushes and hits other children who are engaged in …
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