Creating Solution Kits
Who are solution kits for?
children and adults
List 3 ways to assist a child in calming down.
squeezing, breathing, counting, taking a break, Tucker Turtle, calm down kit, etc.
Only verbal students can benefit from solution kits.
false
**DAILY DOUBLE**
Angelica reaches for a doll in Suzie’s hand... WWYD? Act it out.
prompt Angelica to ask, show Angelica another doll, etc.
When might you use only one solution in a kit?
for younger children, more significant delays, novel to solution kits, etc.
List 2 possible strategies to facilitate a successful transition.
offer transition item, highlight aspect of upcoming activity, use first/then, remind child of impending reinforcement, etc.
Solution kits guarantee immediate success.
false
**DAILY DOUBLE**
Tommy is playing in small group centers, pushes the blocks away, and puts his head down... WWYD? Act it out.
offer choices, make it more fun, prompt communication, expand play, etc.
Who can make solution kits?
teacher, the student's team, etc.
List 2 solutions for when a child wants to get someone’s attention.
tap someone on the shoulder, call their name, show them something, ask them to play, etc.
Solution kits can be adapted and individualized for each unique student and conflict.
true
Phil asks Lil if he can play with her, and she says no. WWYD? Act it out.
prompt Phil to play with another student or to ask Lil for some materials, offer to play with Phil, etc.
When might you add more solutions to a kit?
when a student has mastered, progress/no progress, new ideas, etc.
Name 2 solutions for when a child is requesting something that is not available.
offering something (fun) they can have/do, let them know when they can have it, etc.
Effective use of solution kits can be taught in strategic, planned opportunities.
true
Bart usually protests leaving OT. It's time to leave OT. What can Mr. Homer do? Act it out.
timer, first/then, transition item, highlight the fun in the next activity, make the transition fun, etc.