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Grade Level: 1st Grade

  • Laulicht Theater — Problem Solving

    • Movie is running late
    • Someone is in the seat you would like
    • No seats available
    • Navigating if you need to use the restroom, get more snacks or leave for any reason
    • Adapting to Changes:

      How will the student handle unexpected changes in the schedule or venue; come up with strategies for adapting to these situations.

  • Laulicht Theater — Functional Communication

    • Greetings

      Saying hello and goodbye
    • Telling box office clerk what movie time you would like to purchase a ticket for
    • Selecting a snack at the concession stand
      1. Verbally telling clerk what items you would like
      2. Non-verbally by pointing to the items you would like
    • Making eye contact while communicating

  • Laulicht Theater — Time Management

    • Check the movie showtimes posted at the box office before purchasing your ticket
    • Plan to arrive at the theater a few minutes early so you have time to buy snacks and find a seat
    • Look at the clock: “Does the showtime fit with the rest of my schedule in the village?”
    • At the concession stand, check how long the line is before deciding what to buy
    • Activity: Practice reading a schedule — match the current time to available movie times and pick one that works

  • Laulicht Theater — Budgeting

    • Before entering the theater, plan your total spending: ticket price + snacks
    • Look at the concession menu and prices — add up the cost of the items you want
    • If the total is more than you have, decide what to cut: “Do I need all three snacks, or can I pick just one?”
    • Practice making a budget: “My ticket costs $X and I have $Y left, so I can spend $Z on snacks”
    • Compare prices of different snack options and choose the best value for your money

  • Laulicht Theater — Safety and Security

    • Keep money in wallet
    • Be careful when walking in the theater when the lights are dimmed
    • Know safety protocols and what to do in case of an emergency, like where the exits are located
    • Put money earned in wallet

  • Laulicht Theater — Independent Living Skills

    • Making Choices:

      Practice choosing from available options — pick a seat, decide between snack options, and choose which movie time works best. Discuss why you made each choice.
    • Advocating for Needs:

      If you can’t see the screen, ask to move to a better seat. If the movie is too loud, tell a staff member. Practice saying: “Excuse me, could I…?”
    • Theater Etiquette:

      Practice appropriate behavior for public spaces — sitting quietly, keeping your voice low, not blocking the view of others
    • Self-Regulation:

      Practice sitting still and paying attention for the length of the movie. If you need a break, quietly step out and return
    • Clean-Up Responsibility:

      When the movie is over, pick up your trash and throw it away before leaving

  • [words] Bookstore — Money Management

    • Check the price tags on books to find out how much they cost
    • Count your money and compare it to the book’s price: “Do I have enough?”
    • Hand the correct amount to the cashier when paying, or hand a larger bill and wait for change
    • Count your change to make sure it’s correct
    • If a book costs more than you have, look for a less expensive option or earn more money first

  • [words] Bookstore — Following Directions

    • Directions given by words Bookstore staff regarding:
      1. Which items they are able to buy
      2. Where to find desired books based on categories
      3. Paying for your purchase

  • [words] Bookstore — Problem Solving

    • Finding a book that is appropriate for their age/skill level
    • How to react if someone else has chosen the book you wanted
    • What to do if the book you want is not available