Simulation Games
Friend 2 Friend Social Learning Society's Simulation Game Presentations are unique and innovative programs that provide autism demystification and educational training for children ages 12 to 18.
Friend 2 Friend visits schools/classrooms to create a sensory and communication “Simon Says” game which supports students to understand “what it feels like to have ASD” and promotes empathy and friendships for students on the autism spectrum among their peer group.
Simulation Game for students aged 9-14
This 45 - 50 minute presentation is designed to promote understanding of ASD from the child's perspective and promote empathy and mutual friendships for children aged 9-14.
- The Game
- Senses and ASD
- Communication and ASD
- I Have the Kind of Mind
- Self-Regulating Behaviours
- The Seven Friendship Tips
- I Want Friends
- Questions and Answers
- Follow-Up Guide
Each student will receive firework glasses and teachers will receive a copy of the Friend 2 Friend Follow-Up Guide.
What Does It Feel Like to Have ASD (for students grades 10 to 12)
This 50-60 minute presentation is designed to promote understanding of ASD and to promote empathy and mutual friendships for individuals on the autism spectrum among their peer group.
- The Game
- Senses and ASD
- Communication and ASD
- Self-Regulating and ASD
- Everybody is Different
- What are Friendships
- How to be a friend
- How to foster friendships for everyone
Each student will receive a handout and firework glasses.
Please Note:
Friend 2 Friend provides inclusive autism demystification programming for children and adults. We encourage the participation of all children including those on the autism spectrum. The word “autism” is mentioned during programs, in a sensitive and respectful manner. However, the child on the autism spectrum are never singled out or identified in any manner.
