Neurodiversity
What does neurodiversity mean?
Neuro = brain
Diversity = lots of different types
Neurodiversity = lots of different types of brains
Name one of your OWN special interests
Jaxon: e.g. Pokémon, Minecraft, Harry Potter
Jo: e.g. crosswords, The Simpsons
Dad: e.g. tennis, Maths/ Physics, Looney Tunes
Who is Jo's favourite Pokémon?
Snorlax
What is Jaxon's BIGGEST strength, according to him?
Reading
e.g. Leo, Tane, Jaxon, Sarah, Linda
What are special interests?
Something you are super into! You like to learn lots about it, and it captures your attention really well!
Play Jo a song on the piano!
Beautiful, thank you!
What does neurotypical mean?
Neuro = brain
Typical = common
Neurotypical = common type of brain
Why are special interests so cool?
They are a part of who you are!
They can bring lots of joy to your life.
They can help you focus.
Sharing your special interest can help you build connections with others.
What makes Jaxon a good friend?
He likes Pokémon
He plays with his friends
He is kind
He cares for his friends
He offers to help his friends
What does neurodivergent mean?
Neuro = brain
Divergent = different/ less common
Neurodivergent = brains that work in their own unique way, thinking, learning and feeling!
What are Jaxon's 3 favourite numbers?
67, 41, 21
Who is Jaxon's favourite Pokémon?
Primal Kyogre
What is something at SCHOOL that Jaxon is really good at?
Maths, reading