4th November 2011, 01:05 PM
Wax Wrote:If you are dealing with a wide range of abilities be very adaptable. Don't go in with a very fixed programme but go in with a wide range of props give them the opportunity to be very hands on. You might be surprised at the enjoyment that can be got from washing and handling finds. Making crayon rubbings from patterns on objects, sorting objects and looking at the materials they are made of. Above all enjoy yourself and be prepared for some surprising questions. Try dressing up in togas etc think of the things you would have fun doing, whatever their abilities if people are having fun they will learn. Enjoy:face-approve:
Oh and above all do not be patronising, yes their levels of skills and understanding of the world will be different from yours but you might be surprised at their ability to cut through the bull.
Thanks Wax!
I have worked with adults with learning disabilities before and they can be sharp as hell
Never to be underestimated!