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Roll With the Changes Lesson Plan

Help a 7th-grade student with autism practice coping with unexpected routine changes by learning and applying flexibility strategies through discussion, a slide deck, a game, and a reflection worksheet.

Building flexibility skills reduces frustration and helps the student adapt calmly to changes, promoting emotional regulation and independence in everyday situations.

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10 minutes

Step 1

Warm-Up Discussion

5 minutes

Step 2

Scenario Brainstorm

5 minutes

Step 3

Introduce Flexibility Strategies

7 minutes

Step 4

Play Roll With the Changes Game

8 minutes

Step 5

Reflection and Worksheet

5 minutes

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Slide Deck

Welcome: Roll With the Changes

What Is Flexibility?

Strategy 1: Deep Breathing

Strategy 2: Positive Self-Talk

Strategy 3: Seeking Support

Putting It All Together

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Discussion

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Roll With the Changes

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Lindsey Ceja

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