Foster basic cooking skills. Enhance fine motor skills and sensory experiences. Encourage social interaction and teamwork. Support language development and following instructions. Promote a fun and inclusive learning environment.
Introduce basic karate techniques in a fun, safe environment. Enhance motor skills and coordination. Develop discipline, focus, and listening skills. Encourage social interaction and respect for peers. Provide sensory integration through structured physical activity.
Foster creativity and self-expression through various art mediums. Develop fine motor skills and sensory integration. Enhance cognitive abilities through color and shape recognition. Provide a calming and enjoyable experience that promotes emotional expression. Encourage social interaction and communication.
Enhance physical flexibility and strength through gentle yoga poses. Improve balance and coordination with movement activities. Foster mindfulness and emotional regulation through breathing exercises. Encourage social interaction and group participation. Provide a sensory-friendly environment to stimulate or calm as needed.
Develop an appreciation and understanding of music through interactive activities. Enhance auditory processing and sensory integration. Foster fine and gross motor skills through instrument play and movement. Encourage expression and emotional development. Support social interaction and collaborative play.
Enhance gross motor skills and physical coordination. Promote healthy physical activity habits. Improve balance, strength, and endurance. Foster social skills through group activities. Encourage sensory integration through diverse physical experiences.
Introduce basic soccer skills such as kicking, passing, and dribbling. Enhance gross motor skills and coordination. Promote teamwork and social interaction. Foster an understanding of simple rules and gameplay. Encourage fun and enjoyment through physical activity.
The New York State Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) created the Front Door program to connect you with essential services. To check your eligibility and get started, contact your local Front Door Regional Office by clicking below or calling 866-946-9733. Once eligible, you can begin planning for various services, including support for independent or shared living, employment, day habilitation, children's services, and more.
60 Minutes per session
3-5 years old
$95/hr
3 adults per 9 children
Each session follows a consistent structure to provide a predictable routine, which is beneficial for children with autism and intellectual disabilities.
1. Welcome and Introduction (5 minutes)
2. Sensory Warm-Up (5 minutes)
3. Demonstration (5-10 minutes)
4. Hands-On Baking (20-30 minutes)
5. Cooling and Clean-Up (5-10 minutes)
6. Story or Song Time (5-10 minutes)
7. Reflection and Goodbye (5 minutes)
Ingredients: Flour, sugar, butter, and eggs.
Tools: Mixing bowl, spoon, rolling pin, cookie cutter, baking sheet.
The cookies can be decorated with safe, edible decorations such as sprinkles or icing, providing additional sensory play and creativity.
By keeping each session structured yet flexible, the Little Bakers' Academy provides a fun and educational experience that supports the development of children with autism and intellectual disabilities, making baking an enjoyable and rewarding activity.
60 Minutes per session
3-5 years old
$95/hr
3 adults per 9 children
Each session is structured to provide routine, which helps create a secure environment conducive to learning and participation.
1. Welcome and Warm-Up (5 minutes)
2. Introduction to Basic Stances (10 minutes)
3. Practice of Movements (10-15 minutes)
4. Guided Interaction (10-15 minutes)
5. Karate-Themed Game (10 minutes)
6. Cool Down and Reflection (5 minutes)
Materials Needed: Large cards with pictures of simple karate poses.
Activity: Use these cards to play a matching game or a pose mimic game where children draw a card and try to replicate the pose, promoting both recognition skills and physical activity.
Through structured yet flexible sessions, the Little Karate Kids program can help young children with autism and intellectual disabilities gain introductory skills in karate while improving their physical coordination, social skills, and self-discipline in a supportive environment.
60 Minutes per session
3-5 years old
$95/hr
3 adults per 9 children
Each session is designed to provide a consistent routine, helping to create a secure environment conducive to learning and creative exploration.
1. Welcome and Introduction (5 minutes)
2. Sensory Warm-Up (5 minutes)
3. Art Demonstration (5-10 minutes)
4. Guided Art Creation (20-30 minutes)
5. Interactive Sharing (5-10 minutes)
6. Clean-Up and Cool Down (5 minutes)
7. Reflection and Goodbye (5 minutes)
Materials Needed: Variety of textures (fabric, paper, foam), glue sticks, large paper.
Activity: Guide children in creating a tactile collage, allowing them to explore different textures and colors. This activity can help in sensory integration and fine motor development while fostering creativity.
By maintaining a structured yet adaptive approach, the Creative Explorers art program can provide a stimulating and supportive environment that encourages young children with autism and intellectual disabilities to express themselves creatively and develop important skills in a playful and supportive setting.
60 Minutes per session
3-5 years old
$95/hr
3 adults per 9 children
Each session follows a consistent structure, providing a predictable routine that helps children feel secure and enhances their ability to engage and learn.
1. Welcome and Warm-Up (5 minutes)
2. Introduction to Yoga Poses (10 minutes)
3. Guided Yoga Practice (15-20 minutes)
4. Movement Activities (10-15 minutes)
5. Breathing Exercises (5 minutes)
6. Cool Down and Reflection (5-10 minutes)
7. Closure and Goodbye (5 minutes)
Activity: Teach children to do "butterfly breathing" where they sit with the soles of their feet together, flap their knees like butterfly wings slowly, and take deep breaths in and out. This activity helps them learn diaphragmatic breathing while engaging their entire body.
Through a structured yet flexible approach, the Peaceful Movers program can help young children with autism and intellectual disabilities gain physical and emotional benefits from yoga and movement, enhancing their overall well-being in a fun, supportive environment.
60 Minutes per session
3-5 years old
$95/hr
3 adults per 9 children
Each session is structured to provide a consistent and predictable routine, which helps children feel secure and enhances their ability to engage and learn.
1. Welcome and Introduction (5 minutes)
2. Warm-Up Activity (5 minutes)
3. Introduction to Musical Concepts (10 minutes)
4. Instrument Exploration (10-15 minutes)
5. Guided Music-Making (10-15 minutes)
6. Listening and Response (5-10 minutes)
7. Cool Down and Reflection (5 minutes)
8. Closure and Goodbye (5 minutes)
Materials Needed: Colorful scarves and rhythmic music.
Activity: Children use scarves to express the music's rhythm, either by waving them in time to the music or by using them in a dance. This activity integrates sensory, visual, and auditory stimulation and supports motor coordination.
Through a structured yet adaptable approach, the Melodic Explorers program can help young children with autism and intellectual disabilities enjoy and learn from music, promoting their cognitive, emotional, and social development in a supportive and fun environment.
60 Minutes per session
3-5 years old
$95/hr
3 adults per 9 children
Each session follows a consistent structure, providing a predictable routine that helps children feel secure and enhances their ability to engage and learn.
1. Welcome and Warm-Up (5 minutes)
2. Introduction to Daily Activity (5 minutes)
3. Skill Development (10-15 minutes)
4. Guided Physical Games (15-20 minutes)
5. Free Play (10 minutes)
6. Cool Down and Reflection (5-10 minutes)
7. Closure and Goodbye (5 minutes)
Materials Needed: Cones, hoops, soft mats, tunnel, and balance beam.
Activity: Set up a simple obstacle course that children can navigate. Include activities like crawling through a tunnel, walking along a balance beam, jumping into hoops, and running around cones. This activity helps develop a variety of physical skills and can be easily adapted to each child's abilities.
By maintaining a structured yet adaptable approach, the Active Stars program can provide a stimulating and supportive environment that encourages young children with autism and intellectual disabilities to participate in physical activities, enhancing their motor skills, social interactions, and overall well-being in a playful setting.
60 Minutes per session
3-5 years old
$95/hr
3 adults per 9 children
Each session follows a consistent structure, providing a predictable routine that helps children feel secure and enhances their ability to engage and learn.
1. Welcome and Warm-Up (5 minutes)
2. Introduction to Soccer (5 minutes)
3. Skill Development (15 minutes)
4. Guided Practice (15-20 minutes)
5. Mini-Game (10-15 minutes)
6. Cool Down and Reflection (5-10 minutes)
7. Closure and Goodbye (5 minutes)
Materials Needed: Several large, soft balls, and a variety of targets (such as cones with hoops or large, soft goalposts).
Activity: Teach children to kick the ball towards a specific target. This helps improve their aim and control over the ball while making the activity fun and rewarding.
Through a structured yet adaptable approach, the Little Kickers program can provide a supportive environment that encourages young children with autism and intellectual disabilities to participate in soccer, enhancing their physical skills, social interactions, and overall enjoyment of sports.
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