#38 - Transitioning from One-Step to Two-Step Functional Play in Young Autistic Children

Welcome to today’s episode, where playtime is more than just fun—it's a journey of learning. We've explored the foundational stages from exploratory play to one-step functional play. Now, let's delve deeper, guiding our kids from those initial moments to the dynamic world of two-step functional play. Let's discover together how to help our kids learn and grow through play.

Topics Discussed:

• Functional play

• One step play

• Two step play

• Using visual supports for play

• Suggestions for types of activities to use

Links Mentioned In This Episode About Visual Supports: 

• Exploratory Toys List On Amazon

• Functional Play Toys List On Amazon

• Episodes 10, 11, 36 & 37

• Play Blog Posts

• Themed Play Visual Supports

• Take Out The Toys Booklet

• The Hanen Centre

Other Links You May Be Interested In:

• Autism Little Learners on Instagram

• Autism Little Learners on Facebook

You can also join my free Visual Supports Facebook Group to “hang out” with like minded educators and parents who want to take action and implement visuals at home or at school.

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