Strategies for Teaching Based on Autism Research
Winter Bonus: Group Activities
Winter Bonus - Group Activities
A variety of group activities are included that incorporate cooking, art, and games.
Small Group Activities are a great way to build a positive classroom climate and teach social interaction skills. Providing structure during these activities will create clear expectations for students and promote independence. Refer to the Small Group Activity routine ideas located in the STAR Media Center for additional ideas.
| Name of Activity/Visual Support | Printable Forms |
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GAME: BUILD A SNOWMAN(Matching game using snowman imagery) |
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GAME: WINTER TIC-TAC-TOE(Classic tic-tac-toe game using winter images) |
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ART: MELTED SHAPE SNOWMAN(Art project in which students create abstract snowmen out of assorted shapes) | |
ART: WINTER HAT(Art project in which students make their own winter hats) |
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COOKING: POLAR BEAR PAW(Students decorate cupcakes inspired by polar bear pawprints) | |
COOKING: SNOWMAN SNACK(Students follow a simple recipe to make a snowman out of a bagel) |
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THEME-RELATED BOOKS | Let It Snow by Maryann Cocca-Leffler |