Preparing for Learning
- Considerations for setting up a learning space at home:
- minimize visual clutter
- minimize auditory distractions
- use a variety of everyday household materials
- Set materials up beforehand, to prepare the space and task for the young person.
- Use a visual schedule.
- Keep instructions short, clear and precise.
- Use prompts such as “First, next, then…finished!” while working through a task.
- Don’t forget to build play and exploration into schedules!
