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TIP OF THE ICEBERG – Helpful Tips from CAR
February 2, 2021
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An event every week that begins at 12:00 am on Tuesday, repeating until June 22, 2021
June 1 – Timers help us to know how much time is left with an activity but some timers are too abstract or use unpleasant tones. “Visual Countdown Timer” is a free app (with the option to purchase upgrades). The timer features a picture that the individual can choose. You can set increments of any time. As the time winds down, the picture is revealed. When the whole picture is visible, confetti appears and the time is up.
June 8 – Organize your playroom space by using clear totes for toys and adding a photo label so that kids know what is inside. It is easy to stack the totes inside a cabinet so that options are visible. This method also helps with clean-up and only taking out a couple toys at once.
June 15 – Character Playsets or Dollhouses. Dollhouses are always going to be on our list of suggested toys. There is immeasurable value in pretend play and dialogue in these contexts.
For some kids who are character-motivated, character play sets are suggested. Target has a fantastic collection of Peppa Pig houses. You can also find Mickey Mouse, Paw Patrol…even Blippy’s recycle truck vehicle. For kids who have episodes of shows memorized, it is fun to act out the familiar scenes with characters. Peppa Pig’s Treehouse by Jazware at Target