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Here are five common signs of an autistic child, explained with examples for better understanding:

Difficulty with Social Interaction:

Example: A child may avoid eye contact, not respond to their name, or prefer playing alone rather than with other children.
Delayed or Unusual Communication:

Example: They might have delayed speech, repeat phrases (echolalia), or use gestures instead of words to express themselves.
Repetitive Behaviors and Routines:

Example: The child might flap their hands, rock back and forth, or insist on following the same daily routine without changes.
Intense Focus on Specific Interests:

Example: They may become highly interested in topics like trains, numbers, or dinosaurs, talking about them in detail and struggling to shift focus.
Sensitivity to Sensory Input:

Example: Loud noises, bright lights, or certain textures might overwhelm them, causing distress or withdrawal.

Here are five common signs of ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder), with examples for better understanding:

  1. Inattention (Difficulty Focusing):

    • Example: A child might start homework but quickly get distracted by sounds, objects, or their thoughts, leaving tasks incomplete.

  2. Hyperactivity (Excessive Movement):

    • Example: Constantly fidgeting, tapping hands or feet, or feeling restless, even when expected to sit still.

  3. Impulsivity (Acting Without Thinking):

    • Example: Interrupting conversations, blurting out answers before questions are finished, or taking risks without considering consequences.

  4. Difficulty Following Instructions:

    • Example: Struggling to follow multi-step instructions, often forgetting or skipping parts of tasks, like forgetting to pack all school supplies.

  5. Poor Time Management and Organization:

    • Example: Frequently misplacing items like keys or schoolwork, missing deadlines, or underestimating how long tasks will take.

What’s the basic difference between autism and adhd?

 
 

Example: Imagine two kids in a classroom:

  • Kid A (with ADHD): They have trouble sitting still, focusing on one task, or waiting their turn. They might blurt out answers, get easily distracted, or act without thinking. But they usually enjoy socializing, even if they sometimes interrupt or miss social cues.

  • Kid B (with Autism): They might focus intensely on one subject, follow routines strictly, and find social interactions confusing or overwhelming. They may have difficulty understanding body language or sarcasm, prefer being alone, and struggle with changes in routine.

Key Differences:

  1. Focus:

    • ADHD: Easily distracted, struggles with attention.
    • Autism: Can hyper-focus on specific interests but may ignore other tasks.

  2. Social Interaction:

    • ADHD: Wants to socialize but may act impulsively.
    • Autism: May struggle to understand social cues or prefer solitude.

  3. Behavior and Routine:

    • ADHD: Impulsive, restless, seeks novelty.
    • Autism: Prefers routines, dislikes unexpected changes.

  4. Communication:

    • ADHD: Talks a lot, sometimes interrupts.
    • Autism: May have delayed speech, use repetitive phrases, or find conversations challenging.

Both conditions can overlap, and a person can have both ADHD and autism, making it harder to differentiate.

For ADHD (To Improve Focus, Self-Control, and Organization):

  1. Treasure Hunt with Clues: Helps improve attention and problem-solving. (Points for each clue solved)
  2. Timed Puzzle Challenges: Builds focus and patience. (Points for completing within time limits)
  3. Red Light, Green Light Game: Teaches impulse control. (Points for stopping at the right time)
  4. Memory Card Game: Enhances concentration. (Points for each matching pair found)
  5. Daily Task Chart: Rewards completing homework, organizing school bags, and following routines (Points for each task done without reminders)

For Autism (To Boost Social Skills, Communication, and Flexibility):

  1. Role-Playing Social Situations: Practice greetings, conversations, and sharing (Points for correct responses)
  2. Emotion Matching Game: Match facial expressions to emotions (Points for each correct match)
  3. Turn-Taking Board Games: Teaches patience and cooperation (Points for waiting turns without frustration)
  4. Sensory Play Challenges: Build with clay, sand, or water beads to reduce sensory sensitivity (Points for creativity and time spent)
  5. Routine Change Adventure: Introduce small changes in daily routine and reward positive reactions (Points for flexibility)

Common Activities Beneficial for Both:

  1. Obstacle Course: Improves motor skills, focus, and following instructions (Points for completing each section)
  2. Simon Says: Develops listening skills and impulse control (Points for correctly following commands)
  3. Storytelling with Visual Cards: Builds communication, imagination, and attention (Points for creating a clear story)
  4. Team Sports or Group Projects: Boosts social interaction, teamwork, and following rules (Points for participation and cooperation).

Here are activities that are more suitable for only one type of child and may not work as well for both:

1. ADHD Only (Not Ideal for Autism):

  • Fast-Paced Games (Like Tag or Musical Chairs): ADHD children enjoy quick, energetic games that help release energy, but these may overwhelm children with autism due to sensory overload.
  • Timer-Based Competitions: Helps ADHD children stay focused, but may cause anxiety for autistic children who prefer slower, structured tasks.

2. Autism Only (Not Ideal for ADHD):

  • Repetitive Sensory Play (Like Lining Up Toys or Spinning Objects): Comforting for autistic children but may bore ADHD children who need variety.
  • Routine-Based Tasks (Following a Strict Daily Schedule): Essential for autistic children to feel secure but might feel restrictive for ADHD children who need more flexibility.

Summary:

  • ADHD children often need activities that are fast-paced, competitive, and energy-releasing.
  • Autistic children usually prefer structured, repetitive, and sensory-soothing activities.

For ADHD (Fast-Paced and Energy-Releasing Activities):

  1. Musical Chairs 🪑🎶
    Objective: Improve attention, quick reaction, and physical activity.
    Materials: Chairs (one less than the number of children), music player.

Steps:

  1. Arrange chairs in a circle, facing outward.
  2. Play music and have children walk or dance around the chairs.
  3. Stop the music randomly—children must quickly sit in a chair.
  4. The child left standing is out. Remove one chair and continue until one winner remains.

✅ Why Not for Autism: The loud music, sudden stops, and competitive nature may cause anxiety or sensory discomfort.

  1. Race Against the Clock ⏱️
    Objective: Boost focus, speed, and time management.
    Materials: Timer, simple tasks like stacking cups, sorting objects, or jumping jacks.

Steps:

  1. Set a timer for 1-2 minutes.
  2. Assign a task: stack cups, sort colored blocks, or do 10 jumping jacks.
  3. Challenge the child to complete the task before the timer ends.
  4. Reward points for completing tasks quickly and correctly.

✅ Why Not for Autism: The pressure of a timer may cause stress for children who prefer working at their own pace.

For Autism (Structured and Sensory-Soothing Activities):

  1. Lining Up Toys 🧸🚗
    Objective: Develop motor skills, focus, and a sense of order.
    Materials: Small toys like cars, blocks, or animal figures.

Steps:

  1. Provide a collection of toys and a flat surface.
  2. Encourage the child to line them up by color, size, or type.
  3. Allow the child to focus quietly, without interruption.
  4. Praise their neat arrangement when they finish.

✅ Why Not for ADHD: The repetitive nature might bore children with ADHD, who need more variety and stimulation.

  1. Sensory Bin Exploration 🌾🫧
    Objective: Calm the nervous system and develop sensory processing.
    Materials: Large bin, sensory items like rice, beans, sand, or water beads, and small hidden toys.

Steps:

  1. Fill a bin with sensory materials.
  2. Hide small toys or objects inside the bin.
  3. Ask the child to find the objects using their hands.
  4. Let the child explore the textures for as long as they like.

✅ Why Not for ADHD: Children with ADHD may lose interest quickly, as the slow, repetitive nature lacks the fast-paced excitement they prefer.

Here’s a detailed step-by-step explanation of each activity, including setup, rules, and tips to make it engaging for both ADHD and autism children.

🌟 ADHD Activities: Boosting Focus, Energy Release & Self-Control

1. Musical Chairs 🪑🎶

Objective: Improve attention, quick reactions, and physical coordination.

Materials Needed:

  • Chairs (1 less than the number of participants)
  • Music player (or clapping hands if no music is available)

Setup:

  1. Arrange chairs in a circle, all facing outward.
  2. Ensure there’s enough space around the chairs for running or walking.

Instructions:

  1. Play music and have the children walk, skip, or dance around the chairs.
  2. Stop the music suddenly. When the music stops, children must quickly sit in a chair.
  3. The child who doesn’t find a chair is out. Remove one chair and continue.
  4. Repeat until only one child remains.

Tips:

  • Use fun, upbeat music to keep the energy high.
  • Encourage children to focus on listening for the music stop.
  • For ADHD children, this game helps improve impulse control and reaction time.

2. Obstacle Course 🏃‍♂️

Objective: Improve motor skills, focus, and following instructions.

Materials Needed:

  • Cones, chairs, hula hoops, jump ropes, or cushions for obstacles
  • Stopwatch or timer (optional)

Setup:

  1. Set up obstacles like jumping over cushions, crawling under chairs, hopping through hula hoops, and weaving around cones.
  2. Mark the start and finish line using tape or chalk.

Instructions:

  1. Explain the course to the child clearly, showing them how to complete each obstacle.
  2. Time the child as they navigate the course, encouraging them to improve their time with each attempt.
  3. If competing with others, emphasize having fun rather than winning.

Tips:

  • Use a timer to create excitement and motivation.
  • ADHD children benefit from physical movement, helping them release energy and improve focus.

3. Race Against the Clock ⏱️

Objective: Develop speed, focus, and time management skills.

Materials Needed:

  • Timer or stopwatch
  • Simple tasks like stacking cups, sorting colored objects, or doing jumping jacks

Setup:

  1. Choose tasks suitable for the child’s age and skill level.
  2. Use objects that are safe and easy to handle.

Instructions:

  1. Set a timer for a specific duration (1-2 minutes).
  2. Challenge the child to complete the task within the given time.
  3. Reward points for completing tasks quickly and correctly.

Tips:

  • Keep tasks simple and achievable to boost confidence.
  • Short time limits help ADHD children stay focused without getting bored.

4. Red Light, Green Light 🚦

Objective: Teach impulse control, listening, and quick response.

Materials Needed:

  • Open space (indoor or outdoor)

Setup:

  1. Designate one child as the “traffic light” who stands at one end of the space.
  2. Other children line up at the opposite end.

Instructions:

  1. The “traffic light” calls out “Green light!” to let children move forward and “Red light!” to make them stop.
  2. Children must freeze when they hear “Red light!” If they move, they return to the starting line.
  3. The first child to reach the “traffic light” wins and takes over as the next caller.

Tips:

  • For ADHD children, this game helps with impulse control and listening skills.
  • Keep rounds short to maintain interest and engagement.

5. Timed Puzzle Challenge 🧩

Objective: Build patience, concentration, and problem-solving skills.

Materials Needed:

  • Age-appropriate puzzles (jigsaw puzzles, shape sorters, or memory card games)
  • Timer or stopwatch

Setup:

  1. Choose a puzzle that challenges the child without being too difficult.
  2. Clear a flat surface for assembling the puzzle.

Instructions:

  1. Set a timer and challenge the child to complete the puzzle within a certain time.
  2. If they finish in time, reward them with points or praise.
  3. Gradually increase puzzle difficulty as the child improves.

Tips:

  • Use colorful and engaging puzzles to maintain interest.
  • Time challenges help ADHD children stay focused without becoming bored.

🧩 Autism Activities: Structure, Sensory Play & Social Skills

1. Lining Up Toys 🧸🚗

Objective: Develop motor skills, focus, and a sense of order.

Materials Needed:

  • Small toys like cars, blocks, or animal figures

Setup:

  1. Provide a variety of toys in different colors, shapes, and sizes.
  2. Create a clear space where the child can arrange the toys.

Instructions:

  1. Encourage the child to line up the toys by color, size, or type.
  2. Allow them to focus quietly without interruptions.
  3. Praise their neat arrangement when they finish.

Tips:

  • Use simple, clear instructions to avoid confusion.
  • Avoid time limits, as they may cause stress.

2. Sensory Bin Exploration 🌾🫧

Objective: Calm the nervous system and develop sensory processing.

Materials Needed:

  • Large plastic bin
  • Sensory items like rice, beans, sand, or water beads
  • Small toys hidden inside the bin

Setup:

  1. Fill the bin with sensory materials.
  2. Hide small toys or objects inside the bin.

Instructions:

  1. Let the child explore the textures using their hands.
  2. Challenge them to find the hidden toys.
  3. Allow them to play freely for as long as they like.

Tips:

  • Use soft and non-toxic materials for safety.
  • Sensory play helps autistic children feel calm and grounded.

3. Emotion Matching Game 😊🥲😭

Objective: Recognize and label different emotions.

Materials Needed:

  • Emotion flashcards with faces showing different emotions (happy, sad, angry, surprised)

Setup:

  1. Lay the flashcards face up on a table.

Instructions:

  1. Show the child one flashcard and ask them to name the emotion.
  2. Describe a scenario (e.g., “How would you feel if someone took your toy?”) and have the child point to the matching emotion card.
  3. Praise correct answers and provide gentle guidance if they need help.

Tips:

  • Use real-life scenarios to help children understand emotions.
  • Allow extra time if the child needs to process the emotions.

4. Role-Playing Social Situations 💬

Objective: Improve communication and social interaction.

Materials Needed:

  • Simple props like toy phones, hats, or dolls to act out scenarios

Setup:

  1. Choose everyday situations such as saying hello, asking for help, or sharing toys.

Instructions:

  1. Act out each scenario with the child, demonstrating appropriate responses.
  2. Let the child take turns playing different roles.
  3. Praise their efforts, even if they don’t get it perfect.

Tips:

  • Keep scenarios short and simple.
  • Practice frequently to build confidence in real-life situations.

5. Turn-Taking Board Game 🎲

Objective: Teach patience, social cooperation, and rule-following.

Materials Needed:

  • Simple board games like Candy Land, Snakes and Ladders, or Memory

Setup:

  1. Choose a game with clear rules and short turns.
  2. Set up the game pieces and explain the rules.

Instructions:

  1. Play the game together, emphasizing the importance of waiting for turns.
  2. Praise the child for following the rules and waiting patiently.
  3. Focus on having fun rather than winning.

Tips:

  • Use visual cues (like pointing to each player in order) to help with turn-taking.
  • Simple games with predictable outcomes are best for children with autism.

🧩 Teaching Aids for an Autistic Child

1. Visual Aids (For Routine & Instructions)

  • Picture cards (for daily routines, emotions, and actions)
  • Visual schedule boards (with Velcro cards for flexibility)
  • Flashcards (alphabet, numbers, animals, everyday objects)
  • Social storybooks (to teach social skills and behavior)

2. Sensory Aids (For Focus & Calmness)

  • Fidget toys (stress balls, spinners, chewable necklaces)
  • Weighted blankets or lap pads (for calming)
  • Sensory bins (with sand, rice, or soft objects)
  • Noise-canceling headphones (to reduce sound sensitivity)

3. Communication Aids (For Expression & Language)

  • PECS (Picture Exchange Communication System) cards
  • Simple communication boards (with images and words)
  • Speech apps (on tablets, like Proloquo2Go)

4. Learning & Play Materials (For Skills & Creativity)

  • Building blocks (like LEGO or magnetic tiles)
  • Sorting and matching games (colors, shapes, and patterns)
  • Puzzles with large, easy-to-handle pieces
  • Art supplies (crayons, clay, and textured paper)

5. Behavior & Reward Systems (For Motivation & Encouragement)

  • Star charts (for positive reinforcement)
  • Token boards (to track progress toward rewards)
  • Visual countdown timers (for transitions and task completion)

6. Movement & Balance Aids (For Physical Development)

  • Therapy balls (for sitting and bouncing)
  • Trampolines (small, safe ones for home use)
  • Balance boards and stepping stones (for coordination)

🏡 DIY Teaching Aids from Household Waste

Item Use for Example Activity
Bottle caps (plastic/metal) Sorting, counting, and color recognition Sort by color, size, or shape
Old newspapers/magazines Visual learning and sensory play Make picture collages or emotion charts
Cardboard boxes Fine motor skills and pretend play Build a toy house or shape sorter
Empty jars/containers Sensory activities and storing small items Fill with rice or beans for sensory shaking
Ice cream sticks Counting, building, and learning shapes Create shapes or practice numbers
Old CDs/DVDs Visual stimulation and stacking Use as shiny, reflective toys or spinning fun
Shoe boxes Sorting, matching, and pretend play Make a treasure box or matching game
Buttons (big and safe) Sorting, counting, and sensory play Match by color or size
Old fabric scraps Sensory play and color recognition Touch and identify textures and colors
Toilet paper rolls Craft activities and hand-eye coordination Make tunnels, binoculars, or stacking towers

These aids are simple, cost-free, and great for engaging autistic children in learning through touch, sight, and play. 

 
 
 
 

Here’s an expanded list of simple DIY teaching aids using household waste, perfect for engaging autistic children:

🏡 DIY Teaching Aids from Household Waste

Item Use for Example Activity
Bottle caps (plastic/metal) Sorting, counting, and color recognition Sort by color, size, or shape; make patterns
Old newspapers/magazines Visual learning and sensory play Make picture collages, emotion charts, or flashcards
Cardboard boxes Fine motor skills and pretend play Build toy houses, tunnels, or shape sorters
Empty jars/containers Sensory activities and storing small items Fill with rice or beans for sensory shaking
Ice cream sticks Counting, building, and learning shapes Create numbers, shapes, or simple puzzles
Old CDs/DVDs Visual stimulation and stacking Use as shiny, reflective toys or spinning games
Shoe boxes Sorting, matching, and pretend play Create sorting boxes, treasure chests, or stacking games
Buttons (big and safe) Sorting, counting, and sensory play Match by color or size, or thread onto a string
Old fabric scraps Sensory play and color recognition Touch and identify textures, create a texture board
Toilet paper rolls Craft activities and hand-eye coordination Make tunnels, binoculars, or stacking towers
Plastic bottles Visual and sensory stimulation Create sensory bottles with water, glitter, and beads
Egg cartons Sorting, counting, and fine motor skills Sort small objects like beans or buttons
Old keys Sensory play and matching Match keys to different locks or trace their shapes
Paper plates Crafting, learning shapes, and pretend play Make masks, clocks, or shape puzzles
Sponge pieces Sensory play and fine motor practice Squeeze, stack, or use for painting
Cereal boxes Visual matching and shape learning Cut into puzzle pieces or shape cards
Plastic spoons/forks Sorting, counting, and sensory play Use for sorting activities or sound-making games
Clothespins Fine motor skills and counting Clip onto cardboard, match by color, or count numbers
Yarn or string Hand-eye coordination and sensory play Thread through holes in cardboard or beads
Bottle caps with letters Alphabet learning and spelling Arrange to form words or match letters to pictures

Here are step-by-step DIY craft ideas using household waste, perfect for engaging autistic children through touch, sight, and play:

🧩 1. Bottle Cap Sorting Game (For Color Recognition & Counting)

Materials: Bottle caps, colored paper, glue, a cardboard sheet

  1. Paste different colored papers onto a cardboard sheet in small circles.
  2. Give the child bottle caps of matching colors.
  3. Ask them to place each cap on the matching color circle.
  4. Gradually introduce counting by asking, “How many red caps do we have?”

🌾 2. Sensory Bottle (For Calmness & Visual Stimulation)

Materials: Empty plastic bottle, water, glitter, small beads, oil (optional)

  1. Fill the bottle halfway with water and add glitter and beads.
  2. Add a little oil for slower movement.
  3. Seal the bottle tightly.
  4. Shake and watch the objects move inside—great for calming sensory play.

✂️ 3. Toilet Paper Roll Binoculars (For Pretend Play & Visual Focus)

Materials: Two toilet paper rolls, tape, string, colored paper or markers

  1. Tape two toilet rolls together side by side.
  2. Cover them with colored paper or let the child decorate them with markers.
  3. Attach a string so the binoculars can hang around the neck.
  4. Use them for pretend play—looking for animals, shapes, or hidden objects.

🎨 4. Texture Board (For Sensory Exploration)

Materials: Old fabric scraps, cardboard, glue

  1. Cut different fabric scraps into small squares (soft, rough, smooth, fuzzy).
  2. Glue them onto a cardboard sheet.
  3. Let the child touch and feel each texture while naming them—”soft like a pillow,” “rough like a towel.”

🥚 5. Egg Carton Sorting Game (For Fine Motor Skills & Categorization)

Materials: Egg carton, small objects like buttons, beads, or bottle caps

  1. Use the egg carton as a sorting tray.
  2. Place different small items in a pile.
  3. Ask the child to sort them into the egg carton by color, size, or type.

🧵 6. Yarn Threading Activity (For Hand-Eye Coordination & Focus)

Materials: Yarn or string, large beads or buttons with holes, cardboard with punched holes

  1. Cut yarn into short pieces.
  2. Show the child how to thread the yarn through beads or holes in cardboard.
  3. This strengthens fine motor skills and improves concentration.

🎶 7. Homemade Shaker Instrument (For Rhythm & Sensory Play)

Materials: Plastic bottle, rice or beans, tape

  1. Fill the bottle with rice or beans (not too full so it can shake).
  2. Seal the bottle with tape for safety.
  3. Let the child shake it to explore sounds and rhythms.

🔢 8. Ice Cream Stick Puzzle (For Counting & Shape Recognition)

Materials: Ice cream sticks, markers, cardboard

  1. Line up several ice cream sticks next to each other.
  2. Draw a simple shape or number across the sticks.
  3. Mix up the sticks and have the child arrange them to recreate the shape or number.

🎭 9. Paper Plate Emotion Masks (For Emotional Expression & Social Skills)

Materials: Paper plates, markers, elastic string

  1. Draw different facial expressions (happy, sad, angry, surprised) on paper plates.
  2. Attach an elastic string to wear as masks.
  3. Use these to teach emotions—”This face is happy! Can you make a happy face too?”

🗝️ 10. Key Matching Game (For Problem-Solving & Fine Motor Skills)

Materials: Old keys, locks (if available), cardboard

  1. If locks are available, let the child match keys to the correct locks.
  2. If not, trace the keys onto cardboard and have the child match each key to its outline.

🏡 DIY Teaching Aids for ADHD Kids

Material Use For Example Activity
🧩 Bottle Caps Sorting, counting, focus improvement Sorting by color, size, or creating patterns
🗞️ Newspapers/Magazines Visual stimulation and creative expression Collage-making or cut-out shape recognition
📦 Cardboard Boxes Organization and goal setting Task box for daily activities or puzzles
🎨 Toilet Paper Rolls Fine motor skills and creative crafts Stacking games or threading yarn
🫧 Plastic Bottles Sensory regulation and energy release Sensory bottles filled with water, glitter, and beads
🍦 Ice Cream Sticks Counting, sequencing, and fine motor practice Number or alphabet puzzles
🥚 Egg Cartons Sorting and categorization Placing buttons or beads according to size or color
💿 Old CDs/DVDs Visual focus and sensory stimulation Spinning games or matching patterns
🧵 Yarn or String Hand-eye coordination and patience building Threading through holes or beads
🎭 Paper Plates Emotional expression and creativity Emotion masks or number wheels
📌 Clothespins Strengthening hand muscles and attention Matching colors or shapes on a board
🧥 Old Fabric Scraps Sensory exploration and tactile learning Texture boards with different fabrics

✅ Top 5 Must-Have Aids with Explanation

  1. Sensory Bottle (Focus & Calmness)
  • Use a plastic bottle filled with rice, beans, glitter, and water.
  • Helps ADHD children calm down and focus by watching the slow movement of objects.
  1. Clothespin Color Matching (Fine Motor Skills & Concentration)
  • Clip colored clothespins onto matching colored cardboard strips.
  • Strengthens hand muscles while improving attention span.
  1. Bottle Cap Pattern Game (Memory & Problem-Solving)
  • Arrange bottle caps in a sequence of colors or shapes and let the child recreate the pattern.
  • Boosts concentration and visual memory.
  1. Egg Carton Sorting Tray (Categorization & Attention)
  • Use an egg carton labeled with colors or numbers and ask the child to place matching objects inside.
  • Improves sorting skills and focus.
  1. DIY Puzzle from Cereal Boxes (Problem-Solving & Patience)
  • Cut a cereal box front into simple puzzle pieces.
  • Helps build problem-solving skills while improving focus.

Here’s a simple comparison of teaching aids for ADHD and autistic children, focusing on their unique needs and benefits.

🧩 Teaching Aids: ADHD vs. Autism

Material For ADHD Kids (Focus, Energy Release) For Autistic Kids (Routine, Sensory Comfort)
🫧 Sensory Bottle Helps calm hyperactivity and improve focus Provides visual sensory comfort and reduces anxiety
🧩 Bottle Caps Boosts attention span through quick sorting games Enhances fine motor skills and repetitive sorting for comfort
📌 Clothespins Builds hand strength with fast-paced color-matching Improves motor control through repetitive pinching
🥚 Egg Cartons Quick sorting tasks for focus and categorization Predictable sorting patterns for sensory regulation
🎭 Paper Plates (Emotion Masks) Role-play for emotional expression and social skills Helps recognize emotions visually, supporting communication
💿 Old CDs/DVDs Visual stimulation to sustain attention Calming spinning movements, providing sensory regulation
🎨 Toilet Paper Rolls Stacking and threading for coordination and focus Repetitive stacking and threading for sensory satisfaction
🧵 Yarn or String Fine motor threading to improve patience and focus Predictable threading for sensory engagement and motor skills
📦 Cardboard Boxes Task boxes to break tasks into manageable steps Routine-based task boxes with visual instructions
📰 Newspapers/Magazines Creative collages to boost attention and imagination Familiar images to create predictable, calming activities

✅ Key Differences

  • ADHD Kids: Activities are fast-paced, visually stimulating, and focus-driven to release energy and improve concentration.
  • Autistic Kids: Activities are slow, repetitive, and predictable, providing sensory comfort and building motor skills through routine.
 30 days lesson Plan for ADHD and Autistic Children*  
 
This comprehensive monthly plan provides specific daily activities targeting behavior, speech, and occupational therapy for both ADHD and autistic children. Each day offers unique tasks designed to promote progress consistently.
 
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### *For ADHD Children*  
 
*Day-by-Day Plan:*  
– *Day 1:* Simon Says (Behavior), Animal Sounds (Speech), Threading Beads (Occupational)
– *Day 2:* Follow the Leader, Rhyming Words, Building Blocks
– *Day 3:* Freeze Dance, Picture Description, Playdough Letters
– *Day 4:* Musical Chairs, Object Identification, Cutting Shapes
– *Day 5:* Role-Playing, Word Repetition, Buttoning
– *Day 6:* Red Light Green Light, Simple Sentences, Drawing Shapes
– *Day 7:* Stop and Go, Animal Names, Peg Board
– *Day 8:* Counting Game, Storytelling, Sorting Beads
– *Day 9:* Balloon Volleyball, Singing Songs, Using Tongs
– *Day 10:* Dance and Freeze, Picture Naming, Stacking Cubes
– *Day 11:* Clapping Patterns, Repeat After Me, Stringing Buttons
– *Day 12:* Hide and Seek, Object Sounds, Puzzles
– *Day 13:* Mirror Game, Describe the Picture, Cutting Paper
– *Day 14:* Follow Instructions, Repeating Phrases, Lacing Cards
– *Day 15:* Balance Walk, Naming Colors, Building Tower
– *Day 16:* Jump and Count, Animal Sounds Game, Using Clay
– *Day 17:* Musical Freeze, Identifying Body Parts, Tearing Paper
– *Day 18:* Stomp and Stop, Rhyming Game, Scooping Beans
– *Day 19:* Walking Lines, Simple Commands, Placing Stickers
– *Day 20:* Imitate Actions, Describing Objects, Drawing Letters
– *Day 21:* Running Relay, Repeating Sentences, Stacking Rings
– *Day 22:* Skipping Game, Categorizing Items, Using Scissors
– *Day 23:* Jump Rope, Describe Emotions, Playing with Dough
– *Day 24:* Obstacle Course, Naming Household Items, Finger Painting
– *Day 25:* Tug of War, Singing Rhymes, Opening Jars
– *Day 26:* Balance Beam, Counting Objects, Tying Shoelaces
– *Day 27:* Toss and Catch, Echo Words, Using Play Tools
– *Day 28:* Hopscotch, Matching Pictures, Zipping and Buttoning
– *Day 29:* Hide and Seek with Toys, Simple Questions, Stacking Blocks
– *Day 30:* Dance Party, Repeating Short Stories, Using Tweezers
 
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### *For Autistic Children*  
 
*Day-by-Day Plan:*  
– *Day 1:* Emotions with Cards (Behavior), Simple Songs (Speech), Stacking Rings (Occupational)
– *Day 2:* Visual Schedule, Naming Family Members, Finger Painting
– *Day 3:* Turn-Taking, Object Naming, Threading Pasta
– *Day 4:* Visual Timers, Animal Sounds, Textured Balls
– *Day 5:* Social Stories, Simple Phrases, Sensory Bin
– *Day 6:* Sharing Game, Repeating Words, Stacking Cups
– *Day 7:* Imitating Actions, Naming Foods, Squeezing Sponge
– *Day 8:* Matching Faces, Counting Objects, Building Blocks
– *Day 9:* Listening Game, Rhyming Words, Tearing Paper
– *Day 10:* Follow the Light, Describing Colors, Finger Painting
– *Day 11:* Stop and Go, Repeating Sounds, Scooping Beans
– *Day 12:* Mirror Imitation, Animal Names, Stringing Beads
– *Day 13:* Taking Turns, Singing Short Rhymes, Using Playdough
– *Day 14:* Eye Contact Game, Naming Household Items, Stacking Rings
– *Day 15:* Walking Lines, Object Sounds, Sorting Colors
– *Day 16:* Clapping Patterns, Repeating Simple Sentences, Using Scissors
– *Day 17:* Ball Toss, Identifying Body Parts, Opening and Closing Jars
– *Day 18:* Counting Steps, Describing Emotions, Scooping Beans
– *Day 19:* Jump and Freeze, Matching Animal Sounds, Using Clay
– *Day 20:* Obstacle Course, Simple Commands, Stacking Cubes
– *Day 21:* Follow Hand Signals, Naming Everyday Objects, Drawing Shapes
– *Day 22:* Catch and Release, Word Repetition, Using Tongs
– *Day 23:* Skipping Game, Categorizing Pictures, Sensory Play with Sand
– *Day 24:* Relay Race, Singing Songs, Threading Buttons
– *Day 25:* Role-Playing, Describing Toys, Stacking Blocks
– *Day 26:* Freeze and Move, Naming Emotions, Using Tweezers
– *Day 27:* Dance with Rhythm, Repeating Questions, Cutting Shapes
– *Day 28:* Playing Peekaboo, Counting Items, Building Tower
– *Day 29:* Follow Instructions with Rewards, Simple Sentences, Finger Painting
– *Day 30:* Musical Chairs, Naming Animals, Using Play Tools
 
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This expanded plan provides a unique set of activities for each day without repetition, ensuring steady development in behavior, speech, and motor skills for both ADHD and autistic children.
 

COMPREHENSIVE LIST OF ITEMS THAT CAN BE USED AS REINFORCERS

 

1 Light and Sound toys 2 Clay and roller pins 3. Kinetic sand 4. Building Blocks 5. Paints 6 Textured rocks 7. Bubbles, Bubble Guns 8. Velvet cloth, Velvet paper 9.Aluminiumfoil balls 10.Pull and push toys 11. Micro fibre soft toys, pillows 12. Stacking toys 13. Blow Pens, Water-SketchPens.14. Sooji/Rawa/SandTrays. 15.Rubber Toy Animals 16. Rubber Toy Vegetables 17.Key Operated Toys 18. Battery Operated Toys 19.Toys that run in water. Little fish, turtles, Small Boats. 20. Pencil Shavings. 21. Crayon Shavings. 22. Talking Tom Cat. 23.Fidget Spinners 24.Glitter 25.Puzzle Trays 26. Crazy balls 27. Pom Poms 28. Yo-Yos 29. Laser Guns/Laser Pens 30.Shoe box with 4 holes in it and a tennis ball. 31.Small colourful magnets and a magnet board 32. Craft Material

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