October Pizza Night

Tonight ABC School had another fun Family Night. 

Ms. Linda answered several questions and shared

many helpful suggestions for working with the students at home:

1. Be concise with your language or directives.
2. Non-verbal language is "louder" than verbal language.
3. Using visuals (pictures, gestures, signs) may help the child to better comprehend.
4. Stick to your word; don't give in.
5. Consistency is key - make sure all adults are giving the same messages.
6. Structure and routines are important to follow, as they serve to comfort the child.
7. Be mindful that transitions, changes in routines/schedules, or surprises may upset the child.
8. Know what motivates the child and use it as reinforcement.
9. Be positive.
10. Remember to have fun with them - they are, after all, just children!

Fall Show and Tell.

This week's Show and Tell was all about autumn.

An "F" collage for fall.

These boys brought in two books about fall.

Football=Fall.

These two "squirrels" shared their pecans with the class.

Pumpkins are perfect for autumn show and tell.

And who can forget pretty leaves?  Not these students. 

They added some color to show and tell this week.

Fall is here!

Signs of fall are all around at ABC School.

The students have been learning their new fall poem.

Cute handprint autumn leaves.

Fun colored leaves bulletin board.

Cute "leaf" elves.

Fun Friday, part 2.

Here are the students tasting their apple tree treats:

Fun Friday, part 1.

This week's Fun Friday was a cracker and pretzel tree,

with frosting and candy for "leaves" and "apples."

Here are the students saying their apple poem before tasting their treats:

Show and Tell: Apples

Today the students had their first Show and Tell of the school year. Each Friday the students will be able to bring in something that relates to the week's theme. Then the kids will share with their classmates during circle time. Show and Tell is a fun way to practice speech and social skills.

This week's theme was "All About Apples."

This little boy brought in an apple collage he made.

This boy brought in "Ten Apples Up On Top."

(Click on the above Show and Tell tab for more information.)

OT is "OK" with us!

The students love when Ms. Sharon comes every week for OT (occupational therapy).  Ms. Sharon helps the students participate to their fullest in all areas of school, whether it be using a special pencil to help with fine motor skills, or using a "bumpy" cushion on a school chair to help with the wiggles.  Ms. Sharon also works with the students on their gross motor skills, like running, crawling, and jumping.

Two students and Ms. Sharon demonstate "Popcorn."

Curl up those knees...

...curl them up tight, now...

"POP!"

Working on abdominal support by pretending to be "Supergirl!"

Jumping on the trampoline is always fun.