Asperger Children: how to prepare them for success in schoolAsperger in children can prevent them from being succesful in school. I think as parents there is a lot we can do prior to their first day. These tips could help children with Asperger to feel more prepared before school entry. When normal children are heading for pre-school we, as parents assume a healthy curiosity to interact with peers and enough motivation to go to school. Children with normal development have learned so much from their social environment already they know how to interact with other children and how to behave in a group with peers. However this is not the case for children with Asperger Syndrome. Most of the time their biggest problems start at school entry. Those children who have Asperger Syndrome can be overwhelmed by the presence of so many other children in one room or the same building. So many people running in and out making loud noises will confuse them. The might experience a school as the “chaotic place” they don’t want to be. They might even be scared to go. It’s vitally important to prepare your child to go to school ahead of time. If you turn it into a fun project you can both be involved in at home your chances of success are high!
What to do at home prior to the first day in school:• Talk to them about school in a positive way, mention unwritten rules in class( raising your finger)• Mention all the things they will be able to do, see or learn. • Take a picture of the building, teacher and classroom. This way they will know what to expect prior to their first day of school • Draw a flour plan of the building so it’s easier to find a toilet or the classroom • Find out what activities your child will do in school and prepare him for it. • Make a schedule of the weekdays with school times on it. • Fill in some of his favourite things you can do together after school • Talk about expectations others might have
What to do in school prior to the first day:• Arrange for a pre-view visit with your child to the building on a quiet moment• Arrange for a talk with your child and the teacher on a quiet moment • Prepare school and staff on the ins and outs of your child and what it needs in order to be successful in school. • Arrange for a quiet space in class where the child can go if it feels overwhelmed during lunchtime or breaks. • Make sure the environment is as structured and predictable as possible • Make several appointment up front on a regular basis so you can monitor your child’s progress
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