Puzzle Piece Represents Autism

Parents and professionals who work with children on the Autism Spectrum know the symbol of a puzzle with a missing piece. Let's look at academic skills and puzzles.

Puzzles! Jigsaw puzzles, word puzzles, mazes, and so much more. What do they offer a child with Asberger's or a child with developmental delays or a physical handicap? They offer many, many benefits: problem-solving, whole-part understanding, visual discrimination, fine motor skills, patience, social skills, and the list goes on.

Do you think that puzzles are too hard for your child? I encourage you to reconsider. Here are the articles in this series.

Puzzles and the Mentally Retarded

Coordination and Discrimination

Are you saying that you don't have puzzles at home? Check back this evening for information on how to make great skill-building puzzles at home.

Have a puzzling day . . . L.