Thank You for Being a Friend: Fostering Friendships for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder in Inclusive Environments.

Danko, Cassandra D.; Buysse, Virginia

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ERIC Number: EJ659317

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 2002

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Thank You for Being a Friend: Fostering Friendships for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder in Inclusive Environments.

Danko, Cassandra D.; Buysse, Virginia

Young Exceptional Children, v6 n1 p2-9 Fall 2002

This article discusses supporting friendship formation in young children with autism. Strategies for facilitating friendships are discussed and include creating opportunities for displaying special talents and abilities; discovering common interests; adapting the curriculum and available materials; and recognizing the importance of school to home continuity. Assessment checklists are included. (Contains references.) (CR)

Descriptors: Autism, Check Lists, Classroom Techniques, Early Childhood Education, Friendship, Inclusive Schools, Interpersonal Competence, Peer Acceptance, Peer Relationship, Young Children

Publication Type: Guides - Non-Classroom; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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