This program teaches protoimperative pointing to help children aged 1-5 request items through reaching and gaze-shifting. It emphasizes individual adaptation based on clients’ needs, including those with eye contact challenges. Methods focus on 1:1 sessions and leveraging joint attention, aiming to respectfully strengthen clients’ requesting skills.
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For Therapists & Educators: A Free Joint Attention & Parallel Play Lesson Plan (ReThink Compatible)
This program supports the transition from solitary to parallel play for learners already familiar with exploratory object play. Instruction can occur in group or one-on-one settings, focusing on joint attention, observational learning, and motor imitation. Parents can consult for additional support, enhancing children’s parallel play skills and reinforcing positive interactions.
Linguistic Mapping: Enhancing Child Language Skills
Linguistic mapping of play is a strategy for exposing children to adult speech and language in a relaxed, joyful setting. Plainly put— an adult describes what the child is attending to using simplified language. A parent can “put into words” what the child wants or is looking at, or add in commentary to narrate theContinueContinue reading “Linguistic Mapping: Enhancing Child Language Skills”
Teaching Joint Attention in Infancy
Joint attention, the shared focus between two individuals on a common object or event, is a cornerstone of social and communication development. It’s how infants begin to understand that others have thoughts, feelings, and intentions. Joint attention skills do not always emerge unassisted but with consistent effort and engaging strategies, it can be significantly improved.
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