Design to Learn
Hands-on Learning
| The Hands-on Learning materials address a wide range of object interaction skills, including the use of objects in symbolic play and in social interactions. They focus on the child’s interaction with the physical environment and specific object interaction skills that may reflect cognitive and social skill development. These materials were field-tested by teachers and parents of nonverbal children with autism spectrum disorders. They are also applicable to nonverbal children with wide a range of disabilities | |
Hands-on Learning at HomeA 20-page assessment of the child’s object interaction skills designed to be administered in the home by family members. The assessment includes 39 skills in four strands: Obtaining Objects, Practical Uses, Representational Uses and Social Uses. Now available in Spanish. (View sample pages: Page 17, Profile) |
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Hands-on Learning at SchoolA 20-page assessment of the child’s object interaction skills designed to be administered in the school or child care setting by a professional. The assessment includes 39 skills in four strands: Obtaining Objects, Practical Uses, Representational Uses and Social Uses. (View sample pages: Page 1, Profile) |
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Hands-On Learning PostersNine different classroom posters are used to remind classroom staff which object interaction skills are being targeted for specific students in each activity area. The posters contain the 39 skills from the child skill assessments. Eight posters represent generic activities such as circle time or structured play: the ninth poster is left blank for unique classroom activities. 11 X 17 in., full color, may be laminated for repeated use. (View sample poster: Gross Motor/Recess) |
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Teacher’s Guide to Hands-On LearningA 44-page booklet explaining the concepts behind these materials and the uses of each one. (View sample pages: Table of Contents, Page 31) |
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