Strategies for Attentional or Organizational Strategies
- Extra time to complete the word or reading given.
- A quiet area to complete the work or take a test.
- Having someone read the material to them.
- "Preferential seating" means sitting near the front or away from distractions or in their area of preference (may be for hearing/audio).
- Visual charts
- Visual schedules
- Fidget focuses
- Written schedules on locker, lunchbox, in backpack, etc.
- Personal time outs to regroup and prepare for transitioning.
- TIme warnings and increased transition time.
- Minimal use of open ended statements or questions.
- Check verbal instructions
- Adapt lunch settings to reduce sensory stressors
- Monthly, weekly, or bi-weekly phone or in person conferences with parents.
- Give sensory breaks
- Social stories
- Reward charts
- Yoga, medication, relaxation techniques, etc.
- Choice cards
- Emotions cards
- Ear plugs or headphones
- Alternatives for completing assignments (typed instead or written or verbal)
- Demonstrate expectations
- Provide example of completed projects