Self-Advocacy
It is time to leave for group, but you're not feeling ready. What could you say?
I need a minute
Wait, I'm not ready
You are at the store and can't find the apple juice. What can you ask?
WHERE apple juice?
You're going to a restaurant with class. What do you need to bring?
Wallet
AAC device
Jacket
You remember you left your device in class. What could you do?
Ask a teacher to help you
Go back to class for your device
Your friend is coloring and you want to know who is in the picture. What can you ask?
WHO
WHICH ONE
You're having a party for a friend. What do you want to eat at the party?
Cake
Pizza
Popcorn
You are going to the LSC and don't want to drive yourself. What could you do?
Can you drive?
I need a break from driving.
Your friend says it's almost their birthday, what could you ask them?
WHEN birthday?
Your parents ask you where you want to go on the weekend?
the park
the beach
the store
Your schedule changes and you didn't know until the morning. What can you do?
Take some deep breaths
Tell your teacher you feel upset about the changes
Your teacher says it's time for cooking group, and you want to know what you're making. What could you ask?
WHAT cooking?
You want to color on your break. What do you need?
Markers
Pencils
Tape
You want to color but it is time to do work in class. What can you do?
Take a deep breath
Save coloring for after work.
Ask your teacher to set a timer.
Your class is going on a virtual field trip, and you want to know more. What can you ask?
WHERE going?
WHAT doing?
You want to plan a birthday party. Who do you want to invite?
Teachers
Friends
Family