We adapt common theater exercises to suit the needs of our students, including-
- Increased eye contact
- Effective social skills
- Expressing & identifying emotions
- Verbal & nonverbal communication
A main activity in our program is “social scenes”. In social scenes, students act out “social stories”, an effective educational concept developed by autism consultant Carol Gray. Through role play, they practice proper behavior in the following situations, among others:
- Following teachers’ directions
- Staying with parents at the supermarket
- Respecting people’s personal space
- Sharing with friends
- Including others in group activities
Students also learn how to empathize with “roles” they have yet to play, like their teachers and parents. By understanding how their actions affect others, they are motivated to make positive changes to their behavior.