NANA LOH
lesson for an autistic
CLASSROOM ACTIVITIES
*sensory stations
set up small tables with different sensory experiences:
- kinetic sand or rice bins
- soft fabrics and textured cards
- water beads in a tray
- playdough with simple tools
#calm the senses, improve fine motor skills, encourage exploration.
*visual schedule routine
use picture card to show :
1. arrival
2. activity 1
3. break
4. activity 2
5. goodbye
#help with transitions, reduce anxiety, improve independence.
*matching & sorting games
activities includes :
- match colours
- sort big/small objects
- match pictures to real items
- sort by shapes
#strengthen cognitive skills and attention.
*social stories time
read short "social stories" to teach :
- taking turns
- asking for help
- following class rules
- accepting changes
#build social understanding and emotional readiness.
*movement breaks
use short 5mins "brain breaks"
- jumping on spot
- wall push-ups
- stretching
- simple dance steps
#release energy, self-regulate, improve focus
CRAFT IDEAS
*texture collage
*colour drop painting
*puzzle craft
*emotion wheel
LESSON IDEAS
*language lesson using real objects
*math lesson with hands-on materials
*science exploration
*life skills lesson
