Neurotypical vs. Neurodivergent Communication Styles: Student Lesson

by Boho Speechie

Price: 500 points or $5 USD

Subjects: speech,specialed

Grades: 5,6,7,8,9

Description: In order for our neurodivergent students to be able to effectively self-advocate for their needs, and fully embrace themselves, they need to be aware of their unique differences. This boom deck teaches 5 common communication style differences, between neurodivergent and neurotypical people in a neurodiversity-affirming way. - Small Talk vs. "Info-Dumping" - Eye Contact Preferences - Understanding Indirect Language (sarcasm) - Understanding Body Language - Use of AAC This is NOT a social skills curriculum. This does NOT teach masking. It is created to lead an interactive conversation with all of our students, to foster self-understanding and acceptance.