Lesson Plan
Morning Connect Session 1
Students will participate in a 15-minute structured morning meeting to identify the date, weather, and express mood using visual supports, building routine and emotional awareness.
Consistent morning routines help nonverbal autism students predict daily structure, practice daily concept comprehension, and develop emotional self-awareness via visuals.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Visuals and Slide Deck
10 minutes
Step 1
Welcome and Circle Kickoff
2 minutes
Step 2
Date Check
3 minutes
Step 3
Weather Check
3 minutes
Step 4
Mood Meter Check
4 minutes
Step 5
Sensory Break and Closing
3 minutes
Slide Deck
Good Morning!
What is the Date Today?
What’s the Weather?
How Are You Feeling Today?
Sensory Break & Closing
