It is a group-based program aimed at developing the skills and abilities of school-enrolled children who face difficulties adapting to the demands of the classroom environment.
The Blue Puzzle Program provides a supportive group setting enriched with structured activities that focus on developing social skills, teaching classroom rules and systems, and promoting positive behaviors.
The program is based on the Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) methodology and is considered a supportive step toward improving children’s academic performance and enhancing their effective adaptation to the school environment. In addition to group activities, the program offers each child individualized sessions tailored to their specific needs, including:
- Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
- Speech and Language Therapy
- Occupational Therapy
This ensures the delivery of an integrated intervention that contributes to enhancing the child’s academic, behavioral, and social development.
Objectives of the Blue Puzzle Program
1. Enhancing Social Skills:
- Enabling children to interact positively with their peers.
- Teaching principles of verbal and non-verbal communication.
- Developing skills such as sharing, waiting, cooperation, and emotional expression.
2. Training on Classroom Rules and Systems:
- Training children to adhere to daily classroom rules.
- Reinforcing organized behaviors such as sitting calmly, following instructions, and maintaining routine discipline.
3. Behavioral Intervention Using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA):
- Using scientifically validated strategies to modify behavior and develop skills.
- Designing individualized plans for each child through the VB-MAPP assessment.
- Focusing on positive reinforcement, task analysis, and gradual support.
Target Group:
Children aged 6 to 10 years diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) who have a level of communication that can be developed within a group environment.
Each child is assessed prior to enrollment to ensure the program aligns with their individual needs.
Program Schedule:
The program runs in the evening, four days per week from Sunday to Wednesday, for four hours daily, from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
Program Duration:
The core duration of the program is three months, with the option of monthly enrollment (four weeks) to facilitate families in managing payment arrangements.
Program Provider:
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Department.
