Teaching article
An end-of-program memory page should belong to the contributor
Invite selected activity memories without requiring personal disclosure.
Offer prompts about activities and chosen projects, with drawing, symbols or dictation available. A child can select what to remember and whether to share it without being asked for private family events or feelings.
Offer neutral prompts. Let children choose memories. Decide what to keep private.
Let the child control the selection and sharing
A drawing of a favourite model project records an activity choice.
Offer neutral prompts and a choice about sharing. The page can record activity experiences without becoming a request for private memories.
Does the child control sharing? Use symbols or dictation.
No one must describe feelings or home events.
Resources
- Activity Setup Checklist — Write the selected event activity, materials and participation choices in the editable setup checklist.
Further reading
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