Welcome to my "Ask Me Anything" blog post series!
I answer lots of questions on my social media channels, and it makes sense to share this information (anonymously!) in case it is useful for others, too.
"How would you manage if you had a child/children who would try to pick off the symbols in your classroom?"
Thank you for your question. You could try offering the child other ways to meet that need - ensuring that you use sticker play, maybe allowing them to remove labels from bottles in their work station too. Additionally, you might find that if they are more engaged and regulated (through big movement & heavy work), they may feel less of a need to pick.
I hope this helps! If you have any other questions, let me know.
*I am not a doctor or medical professional, so for some questions, you might want to contact your GP, the National Autistic Society, or the NHS.
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