Precious Stones Learning Program

The Precious Stones Learning Program is divided into specialized therapy groups designed to support children by grouping them based on their age and skill level. This structure allows for targeted interventions that address individual needs while fostering a collaborative and supportive environment. Inspired by the unique qualities of precious stones—Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire, and Diamond—the program emphasizes growth, resilience, and the development of key life skills.
Through evidence-based practices in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), children are guided in learning essential skills such as:

Social Skills

Building positive peer relationships, sharing, and participating in group activities.

Cognitive Development

Strengthening problem-solving, focus, and critical thinking skills.

Behavior Support

Promoting self-regulation, following routines, and managing transitions.

Develop Independence

Learn important self-help skills like listening to instructions and completing tasks on their own.

Communication

Improving verbal and non-verbal skills, understanding instructions, and expressing thoughts and needs more effectively.

Play Skills

Encouraging cooperative and imaginative play to foster creativity, turn-taking, and the ability to engage in structured and unstructured play activities with peers.

Emotional Regulation

Helping children recognize and manage their own emotions and understand others' feelings.

Making and Maintaining Friendships

Encouraging healthy relationships through trust, cooperation, and empathy.

Teamwork and Cooperation

Participating in group activities to promote collaboration, sharing, and turn taking.

Problem Solving and Conflict Resolution

Teaching strategies for resolving disagreements and navigating challenges.

Self-Confidence Building

Encouraging children to feel more comfortable in social settings and take initiative in interactions.

With a one-to-one ratio, children receive the attention and support they need to thrive in an inclusive, developmentally appropriate, and fun learning environment, preparing them for a smooth transition to kindergarten.

Program Structure

The program is divided into groups, each representing a specific "stone" that aligns with the children’s developmental stage and skill level.

Ruby Group

Focus: Foundational skills and early development.

Age Range: Younger children or those at the beginning stages of skill acquisition.

Activities:

  • Building communication and social interaction skills.
  • Enhancing motor skills through play-based learning.
  • Developing routines and adaptive skills to promote independence.

Emerald Group

Focus: Growth and skill development

Age Range: Children ready to expand their foundational skills.

Activities:

  • Developing peer collaboration and sustained social interactions 
  • Emerging problem-solving skills 
  • Introducing structured tasks to build focus and persistence.

Sapphire Group

Focus: Learning readiness skills

Age Range: Children ready for structured learning environments

Activities:

  • Encouraging peer collaboration and teamwork. 
  • Strengthening problem-solving and critical thinking. 
  • Expanding structured tasks to build focus and persistence for success in the educational setting.

Diamond Group

Focus: Mastery and preparation for independence.

Age Range: Adolescents or children with advanced skills.

Activities:

  • Transition planning for school, community, or vocational settings.
  • Building leadership and mentoring skills.
  • Strengthening executive functioning, such as time management and organization.

Benefits of Age and
Skill-Based Grouping

  • Personalized Care: Tailoring activities to the developmental needs of each group ensures that therapy aligns with the child's current abilities.
  • Peer Learning: Group settings allow children to learn from and support each other, promoting collaboration and empathy.
  • Skill Progression: Clear group structures help children transition seamlessly as they advance in their developmental journey.

Program Goals

The Precious Stones Learning Program aims to:

  • Build confidence and self-esteem.
  • Enhance communication, social, and functional skills.
  • Prepare children for greater independence and success in school, home, and community settings.

By fostering growth in an environment that is both nurturing and appropriately challenging, the Precious Stones Learning Program helps children unlock their potential, much like a rough stone transforming into a brilliant gem.

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