Christmas Presents

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One thing that many of us forget when we get wrapped up in the life of a

parent of a child with autism......is the exactly that..... it is a

Child.... with autism. I really think that you should treat your child

with what she wants if you can, why not ? She wan't to fit in with peers..

this is a very good thing. Suggestions from others about the 'easy games'

is a good idea. It's something that she may play with around others and

'share' and learn from her playing experience. Children learn by playing.

Education is only a fraction of the way some kids learn and it isn't at all

in some areas how some kids learn.

Socially, I think that she has expressed herself which is great.... and she

has expressed a want... which is even better. Positive reward for positive

behavior can be used with this... for example.... if she's good she can use

it .... etc. if she does work on her 'sight words' then she can use

the gameboy.... etc. It's an excellent reinforcement tool. I think that

your getting more then just a christmas gift in that way.... you're getting

a tool you can use, you are reinforcing her positive behavior in asking for

something she wants, and you are allowing her to fit in with her peers.

Sounds like she's doing good !!

E.

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>From: " thompsons5 " <thompsons5@...>

>Reply-Autism_in_Girls

>Autism_in_Girls

>Subject: Christmas Presents

>Date: Sat, 23 Nov 2002 15:18:28 -0000

>

>Hoping some of you may can help me with a Christmas present

>question. My just turned 8 yr old PDD-NOS daughter wants a gameboy

>for Christmas. She loves animals, especially horses, and wants the

>game Spirit to play. The question is this: She is JUST beginning to

>read a few sight words (hat, mat, cat, see, etc), and I'm wondering

>if any of you have older daughters who have played with a gameboy and

>what games might be easy enough for her to play. I want her to be

>challenged but I don't want her to be too frustrated.

>

>Any additional ideas for presents that will help her educationally?

>

>Thanks,

>Marilyn

>

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Marilyn

Our daughter Skylar wanted a gameboy for her 8th birthday a couple of

years ago. She wanted the Winnie the Pooh game and a gamboy colour. I

wondered the same as you but bought it for her and then her Aunt bought

her a Pokemon game for it as well (she is big into Pokemon and Digimons)

but she played with it and loves it. I am not sure if she is doing what

it tells her to do but she enjoys playing it and wants more games for it

this year, the PowerPuff girls game and Harry Potter game. I agree that

she is still a kid and if it is something she will enjoy who cares if

she is reading enough to play it exactly right, as long she is having

fun. She has lots of education software for the computer and lots of

school work and lifeskills she works on, sometimes it is just nice for

her to be a kid.

Tracey

thompsons5 wrote:

> Hoping some of you may can help me with a Christmas present

> question. My just turned 8 yr old PDD-NOS daughter wants a gameboy

> for Christmas. She loves animals, especially horses, and wants the

> game Spirit to play. The question is this: She is JUST beginning to

> read a few sight words (hat, mat, cat, see, etc), and I'm wondering

> if any of you have older daughters who have played with a gameboy and

> what games might be easy enough for her to play. I want her to be

> challenged but I don't want her to be too frustrated.

>

> Any additional ideas for presents that will help her educationally?

>

> Thanks,

> Marilyn

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

Diane posted: She also wants to finish off some of her book collections which I

am thrilled about! I bought her 22 Berenstain Bears books !!!

That made me laugh, has always had her collections, we have been

through: toy animals, Sooty videos, Mcs collections (which had to be

complete, no matter how many Happy Meals she had to eat!), Pokemon, and

now.....Snoopy/Charlie Brown!

This collection thing wouldn't be too big a problem if it wasn't for the fact

that I collect videos/CDs/Vinyl and my hubby collects Sports Books. We will

need a new house soon as none of us can bear to get rid of anything LOL.

I just wondered - what collections do our children have and do any of you have

collections yourself? From the people I work with I would suggest " collecting "

things is actually quite uncommon.

Debbie

[Guest guest]

Hi Debbie

Collections LOL Our house has many of them. I collect unicorns and

beanie baby teddy bears. Our oldest daughter Coral collects anything to

do with horses and books from the Thoroughbred Ashleigh series. Skylar

collects ANYTHING Pokemon and Digimon, and stuffed foxes and lions.

Hubby is the only one who doesn't seem to collect anything. Good thing

too don't think there would be any room left in the house for

his.....lol.

Tracey

Deborah Pearson wrote:

> Diane posted: She also wants to finish off some of her book

> collections which I am thrilled about! I bought her 22 Berenstain

> Bears books !!!

>

> That made me laugh, has always had her collections, we have

> been through: toy animals, Sooty videos, Mcs collections (which

> had to be complete, no matter how many Happy Meals she had to eat!),

> Pokemon, and now.....Snoopy/Charlie Brown!

>

> This collection thing wouldn't be too big a problem if it wasn't for

> the fact that I collect videos/CDs/Vinyl and my hubby collects Sports

> Books. We will need a new house soon as none of us can bear to get

> rid of anything LOL.

>

> I just wondered - what collections do our children have and do any of

> you have collections yourself? From the people I work with I would

> suggest " collecting " things is actually quite uncommon.

>

> Debbie

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

I'm going Christmas shopping this week. Does anyone know of any

popular toys or video/computer games I can buy for my 2 1/2 year old

that would help out with his speech?

[Guest guest]

Leap frog has great things.

Fridge magnets - the best!!!!

letter factory dvd

letter factory game ( may be a bit young for this one )

zingo game - Callie's slp turned us on to it & she loves it

time to sing cd - i got this at super duper

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> I'm going Christmas shopping this week. Does anyone know of any

> popular toys or video/computer games I can buy for my 2 1/2 year old

> that would help out with his speech?

>

[Guest guest]

Leap Frog

www.leapfrog.com

The New Language of Toys: Teaching Communication Skills to Children

With Special Needs: A Guide for Parents and Teachers

by Joan E. Heller and Sue Schwartz

From Amazon.com: The New Language Of Toys is a how-to guide for

parents, teachers, and care-givers about using everyday toys (both

store-bought and home-made) to develop communication skills in children with

disabilities and making playtime a fun, exciting and educational experience.

http://www.apraxia-kids.org/site/c.chKMI0PIIsE/b.980831/apps/s/content.asp?ct=46\

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> I'm going Christmas shopping this week. Does anyone know of any

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[Guest guest]

If anyone is going to shop online for Leapfrog products -it would be

great if you could " check out " (pardon the pun) at Speechville!

Here's our page for Leapfrog products

http://www.speech-express.com/shop-leap-pad-products.html

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> I'm going Christmas shopping this week. Does anyone know of any

> popular toys or video/computer games I can buy for my 2 1/2 year old

> that would help out with his speech?

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Earobics step 1from Super DUper.

First verb, first noun from Laureate

[Guest guest]

my son likes the wii. the lego games. brady is 21 but functions on a much younger level. he has the batman game, harry potter game and star wars game and toy story game. they are the lego wii games. I would say maybe age level 5 to 7. are you any where close to where you can rent a wii or borrow one so you can see if your son responds to it? I agree, we have spend a lot of money on things brady does not find interesting. his interests are very narrow as well. mostly movies, music, computer and wii games.

From: Mom

Sent: Tuesday, December 06, 2011 8:38 PM

autism

Subject: Christmas Presents

Anyone have any ideas about Christmas presents? My son is 19, pretty much non verbal and has severe autism. He reads on a 3rd grade level, but still has preschool interests(Barney, Sesame St.). The speech therapist is trying to move him up beyond that age group. He is a whiz at the computer and loves music and videos. He plays computer games but doesn't care for playstation, xbox or anything with a lot of buttons. He totally ignored the leap frog stuff. He likes shopping, but only for a new video or music cd.The speech therapist suggested an ipod or Wii. She said there were interactive games for music with the wii and the ipod could be used as a handheld communication device. I don't want to continue to buy things that are just collecting dust and hoping that he will have an interest in them.Any ideas would be appreciated.D.

[Guest guest]

Thanks. I appreciate your input. That is something the rest of the family may be interested in if it doesn't go over big with him.

Drissia

From: Christiane <christianebayes@...>Subject: Re: Christmas Presentsautism Date: Tuesday, December 6, 2011, 9:49 PM

my son likes the wii. the lego games. brady is 21 but functions on a much younger level. he has the batman game, harry potter game and star wars game and toy story game. they are the lego wii games. I would say maybe age level 5 to 7. are you any where close to where you can rent a wii or borrow one so you can see if your son responds to it? I agree, we have spend a lot of money on things brady does not find interesting. his interests are very narrow as well. mostly movies, music, computer and wii games.

From: Mom

Sent: Tuesday, December 06, 2011 8:38 PM

autism

Subject: Christmas Presents

Anyone have any ideas about Christmas presents? My son is 19, pretty much non verbal and has severe autism. He reads on a 3rd grade level, but still has preschool interests(Barney, Sesame St.). The speech therapist is trying to move him up beyond that age group. He is a whiz at the computer and loves music and videos. He plays computer games but doesn't care for playstation, xbox or anything with a lot of buttons. He totally ignored the leap frog stuff. He likes shopping, but only for a new video or music cd.The speech therapist suggested an ipod or Wii. She said there were interactive games for music with the wii and the ipod could be used as a handheld communication device. I don't want to continue to buy things that are just collecting dust and hoping that he will have an interest in them.Any ideas would be appreciated.D.

[Guest guest]

A new camera for younger kids is out and the lens flips so

he can see himself on the screen on the back of the camera. $79.00

A skateboard with an attached handle that pulls up.

Wii Just Dance for kids my son loves the primary songs

Wii Just Dance 3 I use it and he is getting use to the music and wanting to join in.

Does your child like drawing, music or reading? Concentrate on their strengths.

If the child likes Muppets Toys R Us has the hand puppets of 3 characters avail.

New books from the movie avail at & Noble & the CD of the music somes out soon.

A poster of their favorite ???

A pillow case or throw of their favorite character.

Microphone that is battery operated.

Hope you can get 1 idea

Respectfully, Jodi IsomBe your child's voice.1 out of 80 are diagnosed w/Autism every day.Autism Costs the nation $90 billion per yeara figure expected to double in the next decade.More Children will be diagnosed with Autismthis year than with AIDS, diabetes, & cancercombined.Autism receives less than 5% of the research fundingof many less prevalent childhood diseases.Autism is the fastest growing Developmentaldisability in the U.S.A new case is diagnosed almost every 20 minutes.www.nationalautismassociation.orgwww.autism-society.orgsafeminds.org

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From: Mom <ritzywright@...>autism Sent: Tuesday, December 6, 2011 8:38 PMSubject: Christmas Presents

Anyone have any ideas about Christmas presents? My son is 19, pretty much non verbal and has severe autism. He reads on a 3rd grade level, but still has preschool interests(Barney, Sesame St.). The speech therapist is trying to move him up beyond that age group. He is a whiz at the computer and loves music and videos. He plays computer games but doesn't care for playstation, xbox or anything with a lot of buttons. He totally ignored the leap frog stuff. He likes shopping, but only for a new video or music cd.The speech therapist suggested an ipod or Wii. She said there were interactive games for music with the wii and the ipod could be used as a handheld communication device. I don't want to continue to buy things that are just collecting dust and hoping that he will have an interest in them.Any ideas would be appreciated.D.

[Guest guest]

Yes. Thanks. I think he would like the dance programs with the Wii. He loves music and paints on one of the computer programs for kids. Doesn't have good motor skills. It did give me some ideas.

Drissia

From: yodaautism@... <yodaautism@...>Subject: Re: Christmas Presents"autism " <autism >Date: Tuesday, December 6, 2011, 10:48 PM

A new camera for younger kids is out and the lens flips so

he can see himself on the screen on the back of the camera. $79.00

A skateboard with an attached handle that pulls up.

Wii Just Dance for kids my son loves the primary songs

Wii Just Dance 3 I use it and he is getting use to the music and wanting to join in.

Does your child like drawing, music or reading? Concentrate on their strengths.

If the child likes Muppets Toys R Us has the hand puppets of 3 characters avail.

New books from the movie avail at & Noble & the CD of the music somes out soon.

A poster of their favorite ???

A pillow case or throw of their favorite character.

Microphone that is battery operated.

Hope you can get 1 idea

Respectfully, Jodi IsomBe your child's voice.1 out of 80 are diagnosed w/Autism every day.Autism Costs the nation $90 billion per yeara figure expected to double in the next decade.More Children will be diagnosed with Autismthis year than with AIDS, diabetes, & cancercombined.Autism receives less than 5% of the research fundingof many less prevalent childhood diseases.Autism is the fastest growing Developmentaldisability in the U.S.A new case is diagnosed almost every 20 minutes.www.nationalautismassociation.orgwww.autism-society.orgsafeminds.org

wrightslaw.com

autismtoday.orggenerationrescue.orgageofautism.comtalkaboutcuringautism.orghollyrod.org

From: Mom <ritzywright@...>autism Sent: Tuesday, December 6, 2011 8:38 PMSubject: Christmas Presents

Anyone have any ideas about Christmas presents? My son is 19, pretty much non verbal and has severe autism. He reads on a 3rd grade level, but still has preschool interests(Barney, Sesame St.). The speech therapist is trying to move him up beyond that age group. He is a whiz at the computer and loves music and videos. He plays computer games but doesn't care for playstation, xbox or anything with a lot of buttons. He totally ignored the leap frog stuff. He likes shopping, but only for a new video or music cd.The speech therapist suggested an ipod or Wii. She said there were interactive games for music with the wii and the ipod could be used as a handheld communication device. I don't want to continue to buy things that are just collecting dust and hoping that he will have an interest in them.Any ideas would be appreciated.D.

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Puzzles? Physical ones, I mean. On heavy paper, with a picture. Nothing electronic. --

-- VickiFrom: Mom <ritzywright@...>Subject: Christmas Presentsautism Date: Tuesday, December 6, 2011, 9:38 PM

Anyone have any ideas about Christmas presents? My son is 19, pretty much non verbal and has severe autism. He reads on a 3rd grade level, but still has preschool interests(Barney, Sesame St.). The speech therapist is trying to move him up beyond that age group. He is a whiz at the computer and loves music and videos. He plays computer games but doesn't care for playstation, xbox or anything with a lot of buttons. He totally ignored the leap frog stuff. He likes shopping, but only for a new video or music cd.

The speech therapist suggested an ipod or Wii. She said there were interactive games for music with the wii and the ipod could be used as a handheld communication device. I don't want to continue to buy things that are just collecting dust and hoping that he will have an interest in them.

Any ideas would be appreciated.

D.