STAR EI at Home
| Description | Resources |
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Using Visual Supports at HomeLearn how to create and use visual supports with your child at home. | |
General Home SupportsSet children up for success by showing them what to do through the use of visual schedules and first-then cards. Pair a verbal direction with a picture card to help children understand spoken directions. | |
Play SupportsUse visuals to label toy storage, support choice-making, introduce the concepts of sharing and turn-taking, teach constructive play activities, and more. | |
Snack and Mealtime RoutinesPlace pictures of snack and meal options on a choice board or choice wheel to support children in making snack or meal choices. Use the visual request template for children who communicate using pictures. Use the trying new foods choice wheel for a low-pressure option to help children practice trying new foods. | |
Bathroom RoutineA customizable sequence strip uses visuals to guide children through the steps of using the bathroom. Bathroom communication pictures support children in communicating bathroom-related needs. | |
Morning and Bedtime RoutinesPre-made and customizable sequence strips use visuals to guide children through morning and bedtime routines. | |
Washing Hands and Blowing Nose RoutinesSequence strips and songs guide children through the steps of washing their hands and blowing their nose. |