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Understanding Autism: Embracing Differences

Introduce young students to autism awareness, promoting acceptance and empathy through engaging activities and a brief video. Students will learn to respect differences and understand simple facts about autism.

Early exposure to diversity topics helps foster an inclusive classroom culture and supports social-emotional development by nurturing understanding and kindness towards all individuals.

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Pre-Classroom Preparation

5 minutes

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Introduction and Video Viewing

5 minutes

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Discussion and Worksheet Activity

5 minutes

Step 3

Closure

5 minutes

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Understanding Autism: Embracing Differences

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Sasha Acevedo

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