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Social Skills For Autism

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Designed for pupils with special needs, such as autism, this activity calls for learners to  practice saying hello to others. The teacher begins by modeling the behavior she expects and practicing with each pupil before pairing learners together to practice with each other. This kind of sheltered practice is designed to foster and reinforce social skills. In order to complete this activity as it is designed, teachers must have access to Model Me Kids videos and worksheets.

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conversation skills, social skills, autism

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autism, saying hello, social skills, conversation skills, sl.2.1, programs
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Grade
Pre-K - 6th
Subjects
Social Studies & History
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
Audience
For Teacher Use
Duration
1 day
Instructional Strategy
Simulation

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