Social communication refers to the skills we use when interacting with others. To be good communicators, we need to: understand and use nonverbal cues (e.g. eye contact, appropriate personal space, etc.), understand others' emotions as well as our own, think about others' perspectives, use good conversation skills, and know how to resolve social problems. These are just a few of the many skills that it takes to interact appropriately with others. These skills are often impaired in individuals with autism, ADHD, or developmental disabilities.
Video modeling has been proven to be effective in teaching children social communication skills. A sample of the videos from Everyday Speech is below. For more videos and companion worksheets for your child's specific goals, please contact me!
Use this to work on staying on topic in conversation. See the companion worksheet at the link below.
Use this to help your child understand when to keep thoughts to themselves and when to share them. See the companion worksheet from Everyday Speech at the link below.
Use this if your child needs to learn to take a break when they are elevated. See the companion worksheet at the link below.
Use this to help your child learn how to work with others in groups. See the companion worksheet from at the link below.