Innehållsförteckning för May 2024 från Foughtism

Hello and welcome to Foughtism, a monthly magazine dedicated to celebrating the unique gifts of individuals with autism. A treasure of practical, playful and engaging activities for kids on the spectrum Foughtism magazine offers strategies and ideas to enrich the lives of children through meaningful activity. More than 20+ activities help the child on the spectrum: follow directions, stay focused, and strengthen motor skills; interact with peers and develop social skills needed for playdates; build vocabulary, expand communication, and answer questions. Our pages are filled with inspiring stories of individuals who have overcome challenges, followed their dreams, and made a positive impact on the world. At Foughtism, we're all about embracing your unique perspective, exploring your creativity, and connecting with a community of like-minded individuals. Let's celebrate your unique gifts,…

Daily Morning Greetings Brain Breaks SEL Chats Weekly Goal Reflection SEL Crafts Daily Jobs Emotions Check-In Gratitude List End-of-theDay Reflection SEL Skill of the Day or Week Practice Mindfulness AM/PM Check-In Journal Writing Mindful Morning Check-In Positive Affirmations Show-and-Tell Social Scenarios SEL Question of the Day Class Circle Time Read Alouds SEL Art Activities Shout Out Board Play Games and Sports Catch-Up and Organizinq Time Morning Meeting Practice Coping Strategies Hold Class Meetings SEL Quote of the Day Daily Check-In Journal Group Challenges…

This resource connects literacy works to selfdetermination skills; self-advocacy, choice-making, conflict resolution, and persistence within each grade cluster. Self-determination is similar to and sometimes referred to as social-emotional learning. Using this resource facilitates self-determination skill acquisition while also addressing literacy standards across PK-12 grade levels. SELF-DETERMINATION PREK-KINDER Self-Advoacy • BE WHO YOU ARE BY TODD PARR • THE COOL BEAN BY JORY JOHN • THE DOT BY PETER H. REYNOLDS Conflict Resolution • WE DON'T EAT OUR CLASSMATES BY RYAN T. HIGGINS • THE GOOD EGG BY JORY JOHN • SHARING DOES NOT COMPUTE BY MICHAEL SLACK Choice Making • HOW DO DINOSAURS STAY SAFE? BY JANE YOLEN • I WANT MY HAT BACK BY JON KLASSEN • NO, DAVID! BY DAVID SHANNON Persistence • GIRAFFES CAN'T DANCE BY GILES…

What is Social Emotional Learning? Social emotional learning (SEL) is the process for acquiring necessary social and emotional skills for everyday success. These skills include understanding ourselves and our abilities, using self-control, setting goals, maintaining positive relationships, having empathy for others, making positive decisions, and much more. Essentially, social emotional learning skills are life skills, as these are abilities learners need in the classroom, at home, with friends, in future relationships, and beyond. What Skills ore Targeted in Social Emotional Learning? There are five major domains when it comes to social emotional learning: self-awareness, selfmanagement social awareness, relationship skills, and decision-making skills. Each of these areas encompass a wide variety of skills that are necessary for success in all areas of an individual’s life. See the SEL Skills at a…

I will have different tasks at work. A task is a job I must complete. Once I complete a task at work, I move on to the next one. If I do not know how to do a task, it is expected that I ask for help. I can say "I do not understand. Will you explain how to do it again?" Others will not know I do not understand unless I say something. I cannot sit and wait. Once I finish a task, I move on to the next one. If I do not know what to do next, I ask my manager or boss "What should I do next?" I Listen carefully and use a visual task list to help me remember. I will be a self-advocate at…

Instead of Saying This → Say This Instead "The student is rebellious" → "The student has shown courage in making individual decisions" "The student is sneaky" → "The student is imaginative and resourceful" "The student is dramatic" → "The student is able to articulate his/her feelings well" "The student is silly" → "The student has a great sense of humor" "The student is rigid" → "The student does well when routines are clearly modeled" "The student is bossy" → "The student is a natural leader in the classroom " "The student is timid" → "The student is cautious and carefully evaluates situations "The student is clingy" → "The student values relationships with those s/he respects" "The student is stubborn" → "The student is strong-willed and is resolute in his/her values"…

Self-Awareness An accurate view of one's self, including strengths, challenges, feelings, and core beliefs. • Understanding strengths and challenges • Developing confidence and self-worth • Understanding emotions • Developing good character • Adopting a growth mindset • Practicing mindfulness and positive thinking skills • Developing hopes for the future Self-Management Taking responsibility for yourself and your behaviors. • Planning ahead • Utilizing study skills • Developing self-control • Managing emotions • Utilizing coping strategies • Persevering through challenges • Becoming resilient Social Awareness Understanding and positively reacting to the social world around us • Social expectations and norms • Understanding and using social cues • Understanding respect • Perspective-taking skills • Developing empathy • Kindness and compassion • Celebrating diversity Relationship Skills The attitudes, behaviors, and shills used to strengthen…

Armani Williams is a 20-year-old American stock car racing driver who was diagnosed with ASD at the age of two. Among his many accolades, he is the first NASCAR driver to be open about his autism diagnosis. Williams spoke his first word at the age of three. He struggled with social interaction and sensory information difficulties during childhood and was very interested in cars and watching NASCAR at a young age. You will often find the word “autism” written on Williams’ track car and suit, and he has sported blue paint schemes with the blue autism puzzle piece to raise awareness. He is currently studying chemical engineering while pursuing his love for fast cars.…

What is gossip? Gossip is when a person shares private information or rumors about a person who is not present. Rumors are lies or untrue stories about a person. Much of the time, gossip includes spreading rumors. Unfortunately, gossip and rumors have always been a part of human life. We have all participated in gossip. And, we have also all been victims of gossip. 1. What does gossiping mean? True or False 2._____Rumors are untrue stories about a person. 3._____Gossiping doesn't include rumors. 4._____Gossiping has always been a part of human life. 5._____Few people are victims of gossip. Where and how does gossiping begin? Gossiping occurs in a variety of places such as in school, at work, and on social media. Often gossip begins slowly and then spreads quickly. Gossiping…