Friend 2 Friend Social Learning Society's Simulation Game Presentation is a unique and innovative program that provides autism demystification and educational training for children ages 10 and up.

Friend 2 Friend visits schools/classrooms to create a sensory and communication "Simon Says" game to help students understand "what it feels like to have ASD" and promote empathy and friendships for students with ASD among their peer group.

Simulation Game for students aged 9-14

This 40-45 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

1. The Game
2. Senses and ASD
3. Communication and ASD
4. I Have the Kind of Mind
5. Self-Regulating Behaviours
6. The Seven Friendship Tips
7. I Want Friends
8. Questions and Answers
9. Follow-Up Guide

Each student will receive firework glasses and teachers will receive a copy of the Friend 2 Friend Follow-Up Guide.

*** NEW*** What Does It Feel Like to Have ASD (for students grades 10 to 12)

1. The Game
2. Senses and ASD
3. Communication and ASD
4. Self-Regulating and ASD
5. Everybody is Different
6. What are Friendships
7. How to be a friend
8. How to foster friendships for everyone

Each student will receive a handout and firework glasses.