"... there needs to be on going in-service education for neurotypical peers, geared to increasing their sensitivity toward their classmates with ASD." (Diane Twachtwan-Cullen, The Advocate volume 35. No 4, Bullying in the Classroom)

The Friend 2 Friend Programs offer a first step towards in fostering understanding, acceptance, empathy and mutual friendships for children with autism spectrum and related social-communication disorders. As part of our autism demystification programs for children, participating teachers/adults will receive our Friend 2 Friend Follow Up Guide.

The Friend 2 Friend Follow-Up Guide is designed as a resource guide to support teachers and parents to provide the regular and continuous support necessary for fostering mutual friendships between children on the autism spectrum and their peers.

Friend 2 Friend Follow-Up Guide Table of Contents

INTRODUCTION
HISTORY
MANDATE
ABOUT THIS BOOKLET

SECTION 1 – FRIEND 2 FRIEND TEACHING MODEL

• The Importance of Friendships
• Social Styles of Children with ASD
• The Social Void
• Addressing the Social Void- Autism Demystification
• The Friend 2 Friend Teaching Model
• The Learning Outcomes
• Inclusive Classroom Petrography – Support the Focus Child’s Participation
• Mini Assessment Tool

SECTION 2 – REGULAR AND CONTINOUS SUPPORTS

• Five Guidelines for Supporting Friendships
• Follow-Up Activities
• Follow-Up Books
• Teaching Materials/Resources
• The Integrated Play Group

SECTION 3 – MATERIALS, PROPS AND RESOURSES

• Seven Basic Friendship Tips Poster
• The Autism 4 Kids Booklet

SECTION 4 - THE FRIEND 2 FRIEND PROGRAMS

• Friend 2 Friend Social Learning Society Services
• The Puppet Presentation Outline
• The Simulation Game Presentation Outline
• Seminars for Parents and Professionals
• Features of the Friend 2 Friend Model

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