Abstract
Many teachers struggle with implementing self-help eating goals for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). No group programs exist to target this important problem. We used findings from applied behavior analysis research and adapted single-subject interventions into a group-based eating program. In describing the program using two vignettes, children in two preschool special education classrooms are introduced to a character called “Esther the Eater” and then taught to expand their eating choices. The program is designed to be routine, fun, and classroom-friendly to help children with ASD try new foods.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 142-153 |
Number of pages | 12 |
Journal | Beyond Behavior |
Volume | 28 |
Issue number | 3 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Dec 1 2019 |
Keywords
- applied behavior analysis
- behavioral
- early childhood
- interventions
- preschool
- school/classroom
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Education
- Developmental and Educational Psychology
- Clinical Psychology