09/02/2026
What a fun and productive week we have had so far!
Our individuals participated in a variety of hands-on activities designed to build independence, healthy decision-making, communication, social skills, and everyday life skills. 💙
📚 Library Outing – We enjoyed time in the community, explored books, practiced appropriate social interactions, and encouraged a love of reading.
🥗 Healthy Habits & Nutrition Labels – We learned about healthy choices and practiced reading nutrition labels to identify important information when making food choices.
🧹 Cleaning & Life Skills – We practiced keeping our environment clean and organized while building independence with everyday responsibilities.
💰 Needs, Wants & Smart Spending – We worked on identifying needs versus wants and discussed making smart choices when spending money.
⏰ Time Management – We practiced understanding schedules, managing our time, and completing activities within an appropriate timeframe.
😊 What Makes a Good Day? – We talked about positive choices, helpful attitudes, social interactions, and the things that can help make each day successful.
🍁 Fall Weather Safety & Weather-Appropriate Clothing – We discussed changing temperatures, staying safe in fall weather, and choosing clothing that is appropriate for the weather.
🍂 What Happens in the Fall? – We explored seasonal changes, falling leaves, cooler temperatures, shorter days, and other signs of fall.
📖 Finish the Story – We used creativity, communication, listening, and imagination to work together and complete stories.
🪞 Mirror, Mirror – We practiced following movements, paying attention to others, and improving coordination.
🤫 Secret Leader – We worked on observation, attention, following directions, and identifying leadership through movement.
💃 Movement Charades – We used movement and body language to communicate ideas while practicing social interaction and participation.
4️⃣ Four Corners – We practiced making choices, following directions, movement, and interacting appropriately with peers.
🏆 Team Challenge – We worked together, practiced cooperation, communication, problem-solving, and encouraging our teammates.
From learning important life skills to getting out into the community and having fun with our peers, it was a week full of learning, participation, independence, and positive experiences! 🌟
