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Derived from Matheson RC. DIR floortime therapy. J LC Spec Educ. 2016;12(1):2; and Greenspan SI, Wieder S. Engaging Autism: Using the Floortime Approach to Help Children Relate, Communicate, and Think. Da Capo Lifelong Books; 2006.

Remember, unless there’s a safety issue, the child leads the time together. It doesn’t have to be deep conversations, just hanging out together. When possible, point out feelings your child is having, express curiosity, and remind the child that you enjoy this time.

For young children: I would love to play with you. Will you play with me? We can play anything you would like...

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