Acceptance
What does acceptance mean to you?
understanding and appreciating someone or something for who/what they are.
True or False: Some people with disabilities/special needs are nonverbal.
True. Many people with disabilities can still communicate through other means than speaking.
How can a sib be there for their sibling with special needs?
Be there to talk, to play, to listen, to hug....
what is your favorite thing you have ever done at sibshops?
tell us!
How should you treat someone who is different than you or might have a disability?
With kindness and respect! Just like anyone else.
True or False: Kids with special needs/disabilities can sometimes need help and get special services in school.
True.
Is it normal to get frustrated or annoyed with a sibling who has special needs?
Yes!
Name four foods that start with the letter P.
pickles, pineapple, pork, peppers, peanut, passionfruit, peach, plum, pomegranate, pumpkin, potato, PIZZA!
Can many people with disabilities and special needs play instruments or a sport?
Yes!
Can someone have more than one disability?
Yes, it is possible.
What is something fun that a someone can do with their sibling who has special needs?
Just about anything!
What country is St. Patricks Day celebrated in?
Ireland.
Are all disabilities noticeable by looks?
Do all people with disabilities get diagnosed when they are born/as a baby?
No. While some children are diagnosed very young, others are diagnosed when they are older.
true or False: Your sibling got their disability because of something you or your sibling did.
False! No one caused the disability of your sibling.
Where is the Eiffel Tower located?
Paris, France.
List somethings a person with special needs might use to cope.
Headphones, service dog, fidget toy, therapy, siblings, parents, medication, etc.
How can sibshops be helpful for a sibling of someone with special needs?
Tell Us! Sibshops can help sibs relate to other kids and talk about their experiences and feelings.
Name something that is true about a lot of siblings of kids with special needs or disabilities.
They are often more mature, more patient, and more understanding than kids who don't have a sibling with a disability.
They usually love their sibling even though they may get frustrated or mad at times.
They often learn to take care of a lot of things because they see how much their sibling needs.
They sometimes feel that life isn't fair.
How many colors are there in the rainbow?
7