10. Not all children who line up toys are autistic. It is one of the play schemas. I studied child psychology, child development in University level, and I was trained in special education BUT I never learnt about Play Schemas until I became a mother! When I was in special education, I was fed the information that autistic children have limited play skills, they like to line up toys. After a while, I came into conclusion that autistic populations like things to be orderly and that’s how they play. It opens my eyes when I became a mother and through observing how my own children and their friends grow and play, I came to realize that lining up toys (connecting schema) is one of the 8 play schemas and that’s how our children play naturally!!!!! Now when I work with autistic populations, I am confident in my explanations to parents about their play skills, choosing toys that support this play schemas and ways to expand on their current stage of play. Background: I presented on a topic on “Reflect, Learn and Grow- A workshop based on 10 things I wish I knew as a music therapist 10 years ago” at the recently music therapy sharing session. Wrapping up all the 10 things I wish I knew 10 years ago. Let me know which one resonates with you the most. #iwishiknew #musictherapistjourney #musictherapyreflection #conbriomusictherapy #playschemas #parentssg #parentsofinstagram #therapists #therapistsofinstagram #therapistsg #therapistsofig #eceducatorssg #eceducators #play #autistickids https://www.instagram.com/p/Cgqat81rXDQ/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=
