A break card is a visual support
established by a child’s team for the purpose of communicating a need. Students who are non-verbal, use break cards
when they become bored or frustrated and have difficulty expressing it. Students also need a break from an environment
they are in, for example the echoing sound in a gym is often cause for
frustration therefore a student can ask for a sensory break. The “first then” break card establishes expectations
and then the reward the child can earn. Students are able to calmly make
requests and know expectations.
References: https://www.erinoakkids.ca/getattachment/Resources/Autism/Visual-Supports/Requesting-a-Break.pdf.aspx
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