Fine Motor Tasks
The tasks pictured below are some of the most basic functional fine motor tasks including a "put in" task with CDs and a CD case, crushing cans with a canpactor, and sweeping using a handheld broom and dustpan.
Laurie Maravetz Schaefer Middle School, Springfield |
Dixie Elementary, New Lebanon |
Tabitha Eaton Main Elementary, Beavercreek |
Sorting Tasks
Sorting is another basic skill that has many functional applications. Students can practice sorting household items such as laundry, recyclables, or silverware.
Robbie Whorton Trotwood Madison High School, Trotwood |
Laurie Maravetz Schaefer Middle School, Springfield |
Robbie Whorton Trotwood Madison High School, Trotwood |
They can also practice vocational sorting using pegboard displays which offer a great deal of versatility.
Laurie Maravetz Schaefer Middle School, Springfield |
Rebecca Lemons Miamisburg Middle School, Miamisburg |
Robbie Whorton Trotwood Madison High School, Trotwood |
Assembly Tasks
Students who are working on following multiple steps can complete assembly tasks using visual grids and picture models for a variety of applications.
Kirsten Johnson Greene INC |
Kirsten Johnson Greene INC |
Kirsten Johnson Greene INC |
Brittany Sword Valley Elementary, Beavercreek |
Laurie Maravetz Schaefer Middle School, Springfield |
Robbie Whorton Trotwood Madison High School, Trotwood |
List Tasks
A great way to practice functional reading skills is through students reading lists grocery shopping, meals, stocking shelves, and getting dressed. These file folder tasks can be differentiated between using lists with picture cues and lists with only words.
For more ideas on tasks to prepare students for the real world check out the fabulous book below:
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