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Finger Painting
Finger painting is a preschool activity that is also very beneficial for autistic children. Take the children outdoors and set newspaper on a picnic table or on the ground. Give each child a large sheet of thick cardstock paper. Have them dip their fingers in paint and create designs on the paper. This activity is appropriate for mild to moderately autistic children. Children who are severely autistic might try to eat the paint. Buy nontoxic paint as a safety precaution.
Making Lego Houses
Help your autistic child make her first Lego house with medium-sized Legos. Using Legos helps these children to use their hand-eye coordination and motor skills. They also enjoy building and creating things. Building with Legos helps children to identify certain shapes with objects. For instance, an autistic child might associated a square shape with the foundation of a house. You can help your child to make other objects with Lego toys. Legos come in many different sizes. Don't give your child small Legos if she has a tendency to put items into her mouth. Some supervision is needed.
Colorful Sticker Collage
Autistic children enjoy drawing and scribbling on paper. Provide each child with a large sheet of thick cardstock paper and crayons. Help the kids draw shapes or just scribble on the paper. This activity encourages them to use their hands and imagination. The child may need help depending on how severe his autism is. Give the kids colorful pop-out stickers to place in random places on the page.
Stacking Blocks
Blocks are excellent play tools for autistic children. Show the kids how to make a block tower by stacking blocks with them. This simple activity fires up their brain and imagination. Use colorful blocks because color stimulates their thoughts and seeing color is exciting to an autistic child.