What key general observations should therapists note during a readiness screening?
Answer
Key general observations provide immediate insight into a child’s social and emotional readiness and their approaches to learning. Therapists should note what happens when they come to the door: Do they separate from their parent? Is there eye contact? You should also observe their temperament and style, noting whether they appear to understand directions. If they are hesitant, restless, tearful, or scared, this is also worth noting. These notes on a child's engagement and persistence, similar to their temperament, are vital for understanding how they will approach learning new things.
Tere Bowen- Irish has practiced Occupational Therapy in pediatrics and psychiatry for over 40 years. Through her business, All the Possibilities, she continues to provide treatment, assessment, and consultation for clients. Workshops for therapists, educators, and parents are offered privately or publicly on a variety of topics such as inclusion, child development, classroom management, behavioral challenges, executive function, and other topics relevant to the 21st-century educational system. The focus is on common sense and a practical approach toward empowering educators and students to create a climate of learning, understanding, and inclusiveness for all abilities.
Tere is also the creator/author of The Drive Thru Menu Suite of Exercises, which is an initiative to bring movement and mindfulness into today’s classrooms. She is a certified YogaKids teacher and a Certified Mindful Schools Instructor. She is the author of Yoga and Me, Come be a Tree and co-authored My Mindful Music with Mary Ann Harman. Feel free to contact Tere at tereirish@gmail.com
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