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to increase independence, reduce challenging behaviour, foster flexibility, and lessen anxiety. There are many tools that are simple to make and easy to use to support transitions. Remember to tweak tools and visuals as a child grows and develops to ensure they remain effective and age appropriate.
19. PHYSICAL EXERCISE AND SPORTS
Physical exercise and sports are important for relieving tension, it supports cognitive and emotional / social development. Regular self-movement reduces anxiety, develops muscle strength and motor skills. It is also important to be in the fresh air.
Sometimes, if a student becomes distressed, you’ll need to calm them down. Some positive techniques that might help are sport activities.
Motor skills – students with challenging behaviour are often lacking coordination and proper motor skills. They can appear stiff and clumsy during physical education lessons. The teachers of PE should consider which exercises or games the students with challenging behaviour are able to attend, encourage them during training and develop their motor skills taking into consideration their limitations. If serious problems with gross motor skills are identified children should be sent to a physiotherapist.
20. A BALANCE BETWEEN ACTIVITIES AND BREAKS
When assigning tasks and activities, it is important to ensure that the child is not overloaded. It is important to avoid irritation and restlessness due to fatigue.
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