Worksheet
Role-Playing Scenarios
These cards contain different social scenarios for students to role-play, helping them practice communication and empathy.
You are meeting a new friend at school. How do you introduce yourself?
You see someone sitting alone at lunch. How do you approach them?
You want to join a group activity. How do you ask to participate?
You are in a group project and someone is not contributing. How do you address this?
You disagree with a friend about a game to play. How do you resolve the conflict?
You notice a classmate is upset. How do you offer support?
Discussion
Discussion Questions
These questions are designed to facilitate a group discussion on social skills and personal experiences.
What was the most challenging part of the role-play?
Encourage students to reflect on their feelings and the social cues they noticed.
How did you feel when someone listened to you during the activity?
Discuss the importance of active listening and empathy.
What social skills do you think are most important?
Guide students to think about skills like communication, empathy, and teamwork.
Lesson Plan
Social Skills Workshop
Build Social Skills
This lesson focuses on enhancing social skills among teens with autism through interactive activities. By engaging in role-playing and group discussions, students will have the opportunity to practice communication, empathy, and teamwork in a supportive environment. This lesson is important as it helps students develop essential social skills that can improve their interactions in everyday life.
Audience
Teens with Autism
Time
25 minutes
Approach
Materials
Role-Playing Scenarios, Discussion Questions, Post-it Notes, and Pens
Step 1
Introduction
5 mins
Step 2
Role-Playing Activity
10 mins
Step 3
Group Discussion
7 mins
Step 4
Closure
3 mins