All About Brains
Everyone’s brain is special. This word means brain differences are normal.
What is neurodiversity?
People with this might move a lot or have trouble sitting still.
What is ADHD?
When the teacher changes the plan, we call that a _______.
What is a change in routine?
Taking a deep _______ can help you calm down.
What is deep breath?
Point to your head and say: “My brain helps me learn!” Now jump 3 times!
Point and jump
Someone whose brain works in a typical way is called this.
What is neurotypical?
People with this might like doing the same thing every day and find big changes hard.
What is autism?
This feeling can happen when you're not ready for a change.
What is stress (or worry)?
These small toys can help hands stay busy.
What are fidgets?
True or False: All brains are the same. Say your answer while doing 5 jumping jacks.
What is false! Jumping Jacks
This part of your body helps you think, feel, and learn.
What is the brain?
This makes reading hard, but pictures or audiobooks can help!
What is dyslexia?
These pictures can help you know what’s coming next.
What are visual schedules?
This quiet place helps you feel better when you need a break.
What is a calm corner (or quiet space)?
The word for different brain styles is neuro-_______. Fill in the blank while spinning once.
what is Diversity Spin
True or False: All brains learn the same way.
What is false?
Some kids don’t like loud sounds or itchy clothes. Their brain works this way.
What is sensory sensitive (or sensory processing)?
Taking this kind of break can help when you feel upset.
What is a calm-down break?
Counting to 10 slowly is a good way to do this.
What is calming down?
Pretend your brain is super strong! Flex your arms and say one thing your brain is good at.
Flex and speak
A group of people who learn about neurodiversity at SPOT is called this.
What is Advocacy Group?
True or False: People who think differently can still be smart and creative.
What is true?
A “Plan B” is also called this.
What is a backup plan?
Talking to a grown-up when you need help is called this.
What is asking for help?
Your brain is like a computer! March in place and name 2 things your brain can do.
March and name