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Learning Skills Through The Morning Routine

9/4/2012

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Many of you returned to the Back to School routine today being that it is the day after Labor Day. You probably don't realize it but that "routine" you have in place-no matter how basic-is helping you and your child build a foundation for Executive Function skills. This, in turn, builds a strong foundation for academic skills. 


Who knew?!


{Actually, I did. }


I have long suggested routines to my families in my early intervention programs. I'm sure they have grown tired of my answer to everything being "get a routine in place" or "use a picture schedule." 


It's TRUE though and for many children, especially with delays, the way to learn a new skill is through everyday routine activities like the morning routine.


Here is a great FREE one that you can find at http://www.pricelessparenting.com/Chart-for-Kids.aspx. 


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Creating a routine helps build Executive Function skills and , in turn, academic skills by providing a scaffold (guide) for becoming independent with organization, memory and attention skills that are important for learning (AKA Executive Functions). 


Eventually, the child can move through their morning routine without the use of the picture schedule. Some children may need more time than others and that is OK. Make sure you use the visual supports as long as you need to.


So, what do YOU do to help your children with developing their skills to follow a routine? 


As always, thanks for reading. Be sure to tune in to our BlogTalk Radio show, later this week, when we continue to discuss Executive Function Skills.


Jen
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