Goals: This chapter aims to support learners with autism in: ● Understanding the concepts of private vs public (spaces, behaviours, body parts) ● Learning to recognise and assert personal boundaries ● Understanding and practising bodily autonomy and consent ● Building confidence to express themselves and seek help when needed ● Developing a sense of empowerment and self-protection ● Understanding and practising digital boundaries, including safe online behaviour and privacy awareness Teaching Strategies Visual Supports ● […]
View LessonFor many autistic individuals, the distinction between private and public spaces is not always intuitive. These concepts involve, on the one hand, physical environments (where activities take place) and, on the other hand, social boundaries (what is appropriate to share or do in each setting). Professionals can play an essential role in helping autistic people understand and navigate these differences, promoting autonomy, safety, and social inclusion. Defining private and public spaces In the context of […]
View LessonPuberty describes the transition from a child’s body to an adult’s body capable of reproduction. During this phase, the body undergoes physical, hormonal, and emotional changes. Are there differences between ASD individuals vs. N-ASD peers? The physical changes (hormonal shifts, growth spurts, sexual maturation) occur in a similar timeline for ASD and non-ASD individuals. Emotional fluctuations, self-consciousness and identity exploration are also common in both groups. Although they mostly move through a similar development along […]
View LessonGoals This chapter aims to support learners with autism in: ● Understanding the physical changes that occur during puberty ● Identifying and managing emotional changes ● Developing a healthy body image and self-esteem ● Learning about personal hygiene and self-care routines ● Understanding menstruation in a clear, supportive way ● Recognising and regulating mood swings ● Respecting their own and others’ bodily autonomy ● Learning appropriate social and emotional responses. Teaching Strategies – Visual Supports […]
View Lesson1. Concept Sorting with Visual Cards Goal: Understand differences between key concepts Provide cards with: ● Gender identity (woman, man, nonbinary, agender) ● Gender expression (clothes, hairstyle, voice) ● Sexual orientation (gay, straight, bisexual, asexual) ● Relationships (friendship, romantic, family) Learners sort cards into labeled categories. Why it works for autistic learners ● Clear structure ● Reduces abstraction ● Encourages pattern recognition Adaptation: Use color coding or icons (e.g., hearts for attraction, mirrors for identity). […]
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