August 10, 2019
In parenting corner this week we will talk about some activities and
hobby ideas that can be included in the day to day life of children with
autism.
Every child with autism is unique and has different abilities, preferences
and talents which can be explored and enhanced with the motivation of family,
friends and teachers.
Here are some hobby ideas that children or even adults with autism can try
for a good and productive time.
• Music
• Swimming
• Dancing
• Painting
• Crafts
• Drawing
• Collecting things such as stamps, coins, models etc.
• Writing, poetry
• Coding
• Cooking, baking
• Puzzles, LEGO toys, board games, card games
• Cycling
• Sports
• Chess
• Reading
• Video games
• Acting, drama
My son loves to dance and it has helped him gain confidence. He dances
alone and also with his friends. For me the most important things is that
dancing makes him happy. He enjoys doing various choreographies on
different types of songs and loves to act as well. – Fatima Sheikh,
parent
It has been found that hobbies and other fun activities are very beneficial
for children on the spectrum.
“My son is 16 years old and is verbal. Richard’s hobby is to write and he
also loves copying scripts of about 13 language. He likes to write from the
Bible only and it makes him happy and calm,“ says Catherine
Sunitha, parent
Some of the benefits of involving children in hobbies are:
• The activities that children like to do can become their way to
communicate or express thoughts while at the same time they get to understand
their surroundings better.
• For children with autism, hobbies may also become a way to relax and
de-stress or cope with sensory issues.
• Children also get a chance to socialize and be a part of a team.
• Children gain confidence when they do something constructive.
• They also gain a feeling of independence and self-reliance.
• Hobbies, extracurricular activities are good for physical and mental
growth of children.
• Children and parents learn more about their abilities, talents and
potential.
Parents should definitely encourage children to pursue hobbies and motivate
them to learn new skills.
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Source: https://newzhook.com/story/parenting-corner-hobbies-and-autism
