The key to the boost in engagement with these four structures is that they can all be introduced to students without math, and then we can add the math into the structure which keeps math anxiety low. They also all have multiple correct answers – yes in math! – which makes it so much less intimidating for our students to participate and engage with the activity!
Independent living skills or activities of daily living (ADLs) are those things we normally do in daily living including any daily activity we perform for self-care such as feeding ourselves, bathing, dressing, grooming, work, homemaking, domestic and leisure. The ability or inability to perform ADLs can be used as a very practical measure of ability/disability in many disorders.
Let’s start this off very bluntly because I do think there are things you should know about Autism. I am not a medical doctor, nor a behavioral analyst. I am a certified special education teacher with 10 years of experience working with individuals with autism.
Fine Motor work tasks and activities can be an awesome addition to your special education classroom! This is a skill perfect for all ages and ability levels. There is no pre-requisite to using fine motor tasks in your classroom. Make sure to consult with your occupational therapist for any help and support in this area.
Sorting work tasks and activities can be an awesome addition to your special education classroom! This is a categorization and differentiation skill perfect for all ages and ability levels. Once my student has mastered matching tasks and work, they move to sorting tasks!
Ahhh, quiet time. Don’t get it confused, I am not necessarily recommending a nap time in your classroom (although that sounds glorious).
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