Lesson Plan

Flexible Thinking Lesson Plan

Students will practice shifting perspectives and adapting to changes by solving playful scenarios and role-playing responses, fostering creative problem solving and resilience.

Flexible thinking helps children on the autism spectrum adapt to unexpected changes, manage frustration, and develop creative solutions in everyday situations.

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10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction & Hook

3 minutes

Step 2

Flexible Thinking Game

12 minutes

Step 3

Reflection & Reward

5 minutes

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Flex Your Thinking!

What Is Flexible Thinking?

Flexible Thinking Game

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Reflection & Reward

Great Job Being Flexible!

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Flex Your Thinking

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Erin Harackiewicz

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