Engage an autistic boy for up to an hour with activities matched to his interests and sensory profile:
- Sensory Toys: Fidgets, stress balls, textured objects, chewelry.
- Tactile Play: Kinetic sand, clay, water beads, slime.
- Music & Movement: Preferred songs, dancing, simple instruments.
- Sensory Bottles: Glitter, oil, water, beads for visual tracking.
- Building/Construction: LEGO, magnetic tiles, vehicle sets.
- Puzzles/Games: Matching, jigsaw, cooperative board games at his level.
- Art/Crafts: Crayons, markers, paint, playdough—open-ended.
- Outdoor Exploration: Nature walk, ball play, plant observation.
- Reading/Storytelling: Interactive books, ask questions, act out scenes.
- Special Interests: Videos, facts, projects on his passion topic.
- Educational Apps: Tailored to learning goals (e.g., Khan Academy Kids, Endless Alphabet).
- Structured Play: Visual schedules, sequence games (first/then).
- Water Play: Bath, water table, sprinkler.
- Sensory Walks: Observe sights, sounds, textures neighborhood.
- Role-Play: Scenarios with figures/puppets for social practice.
Observe preferences, follow his lead, adapt pacing. Joy and engagement matter more than duration.
