Wednesday, October 5, 2011

13 YEARS OF SCHOOL AND NO CHANCE TO PRACTICE SKILLS...


SMART KIDS WITH SOCIAL DISABILITY
They Learn Social Skills but Practice—Where?
A Well Documented Problem

The Definition of Social Skills
Social skills is about relating to others
Different from you
Not the same as you

The Problem
The opportunity to do this is missing
Social skills without practice is like
Utensils without eating; Science without a lab

The Child’s Reality
They are aware of their difference
They learn to be uncomfortable
Sadly, they may get hurt if they speak

The Child’s Defense
They don’t advocate for themselves
They don’t know how
They are not sure they see the benefit

The Child’s Progress
They may get to college, but then drop out
They find a job, but may get fired
Their struggle to try begins to weaken

The Reason
No one knows how to speak with them
No one practices
Bright ideas are not explored

The Solution
Students need to talk to each other
About their differences
And the talents they bring to learning and work

Lean How We Can Build Your Child’s Social Confidence
Through Partnerships
www.inclusionteaming.org

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