The time schedule helps M understand what will happen that day and what is coming next. The running card is used when he starts feeling full of excitements and when he is not able to deal with those feelings. When this happens, he is jumping, running, not able to regulate his feelings. He puts the lanyard on and goes for a run around the school. Sitting on a bean bag at mat time works amazingly as possibly this hugs him in and he feels content.
M knows some basic signs and he communicates using these signs. He is really interested in signing the alphabet and really enjoys this time. He signed 'same' and 'fish' in the same sentence the other day which really surprised me.
Using these visuals and New Zealand Sign Language gave ways for M to be able to communicate his needs/wants/feelings. He is less frustrated and is able to regulate more often than when he started school. He is developing the routines of the day because of the time schedule. More importantly, he is developing friendships which enables him to stay in the classroom for play.
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