Here are some "think outside the box" ideas. Is he seeking auditory input at that time? If so, maybe the whisper phone could help? I use it with beginning readers so they can hear themselves read better. They're plastic and pretty durable. Whatever noise he makes would go into his own ear, so it might help him understand how loud he is being, and naturally encourage him to be quieter.
Other than that, I am unsure. We have had similar difficulties at our school in the past. We always offer books and quiet nap toys to our non-nappers, but sometimes these diversions just don't work. Does it help to have a teacher sit with him? You could try felt boards with felt "blocks" or use foam blocks/ wrap blocks in fabric to reduce noise so he can build with them, it that's where his interests lie. It sounds like he has a short attention span, so you may need several options depending on how long your nap takes.
Best of luck finding what helps him be successful!
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Mary Porter
Lead Teacher
Macfeat Laboratory School
Rock Hill SC
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Original Message:
Sent: 02-07-2020 03:37 PM
From: Nicole Catalano
Subject: Difficulty During Nap Tim
Hi,
I am looking for some tips and tricks to keep a child who has learning disabilities occupied during nap time so that they are not being loud and waking up other children during nap time. We know this child needs additional supports during this time and are looking for new tools to fill out tool box and gain more knowledge.
Any thoughts would be helpful!
Thanks!
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Nicole
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