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! I have a membership to the site and can share materials with parents.
Use this to work on dealing with peer conflicts.
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.
Companion Worksheet - Think It Or Say It
Use this if your child needs to learn to take a break when they are elevated.
Use this to teach using breath support for mindfulness and relaxation.
I have lots more where this came from! I have many terrific resources that I just can't legally share on this public site. To request more materials for your child's specific goals, contact me! I will email them directly to you.