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An introduction to Social Stories Social Stories were originally created in 1991 by Carol Gray, a Special Educator for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). Children with ASD often have difficulty interpreting social cues and rules and one purpose of a Social Story is to describe a complete event or interaction so that children are introduced to who or what is involved and what may happen. Through the use of colorful pictures and specific language in the sentences, Social Stories can

An introduction to Social Stories Social Stories were originally created in 1991 by Carol Gray, a Special Educator for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). Children with ASD often have difficulty interpreting social cues and rules and one purpose of a Social Story is to describe a complete event or interaction so that children are introduced to who or what is involved and what may happen. Through the use of colorful pictures and specific language in the sentences, Social Stories can h

An introduction to Social Stories Social Stories were originally created in 1991 by Carol Gray, a Special Educator for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). Children with ASD often have difficulty interpreting social cues and rules and one purpose of a Social Story is to describe a complete event or interaction so that children are introduced to who or what is involved and what may happen. Through the use of colorful pictures and specific language in the sentences, Social Stories can

An introduction to Social Stories Social Stories were originally created in 1991 by Carol Gray, a Special Educator for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). Children with ASD often have difficulty interpreting social cues and rules and one purpose of a Social Story is to describe a complete event or interaction so that children are introduced to who or what is involved and what may happen. Through the use of colorful pictures and specific language in the sentences, Social Stories can

Using a visual schedule provides children with a visual reminder of what to expect througout the day. It provides reassurance in the structure and routine of the classroom. It is helpful to review the schedule daily during morning group meetings. In addition, the visual schedule can be referenced througout the day by staff and children. Suggestion: Cut and paste the cards to sentence strips/contruction paper then laminate for durability.

The Problem Solvers! board game was created to help preschool age children practice their problem solving skills in a fun and engaging way. Promoting problem solving skills in the classroom helps children develop social emotional skills including self-regulation, expressing and understanding emotions, and developing social relationships. It also promotes cognitive development and communication skills. The game focuses on teaching the four steps to problem solving: Identifying the problem, Thinki

A handbook of best practices and resources for successful inclusion in community based early childhood settings.

A First/Then visual can be used during transitions to support young children. The pictures can be attached with Velcro and changed as needed throughout the day. The First/Then visual shows the child the behavior or activity that happens first, and what will follow.

Social Inclusion: Playing, Learning & Growing Together This training will focus on building participants knowledge concerning the appropriate ways to strengthen social relationships among children and youth. This trainings emphasis is particularly on those individuals with special needs who lack close, positive peer associations and the ways in which educators can assist all students with providing social support to students of all abilities. Note: This training was developed through a partn

Introduction to Inclusion: Educating All Children Together In this interactive training, participants will learn about including children with special needs in their child care. The civil rights laws that protect persons with disabilities will be reviewed and participants will learn what these laws require of child care settings. Participants will become familiar with ideas to utilize when adapting their learning environment to accommodate children of varying abilities and will understand ho

Setting up For Success: Adapting Environments to Promote Inclusive Practices This interactive training will build participants knowledge and understand of the importance of making accommodations to create more inclusive environments. This training will also provide participants with appropriate strategies and suggestions for providing appropriate and reasonable accommodations for ensuring successful inclusion of children with special needs with their typically developing peers. Note: This tr