Son's therapist and I have been brain storming ways to socialize him without putting him in the Autistic Group, which we both think he is too high functioning for. (can I get anymore Run-on with that sentence?!?!?)
One suggestion that she had was Home Depot.
Huh? On the first Saturday of each month they have a clinic for kids. No registration required, just show up between 9 and noon, they provide the child with the project and an apron. Best thing: IT'S FREE! .
Yes, I said FREE!
We showed up for the August clinic and Son loved being able to build the project. I wasn't allowed to help him but the Home Depot Girl could.
Some Glue, nails and hammering
Some SERIOUS concentration!
And Son walked away with a school bus pencil holder
and a certificate.
We are hoping to go back in September to build a football holder.
Home Depot definitely gets my seal of approval!
Thanks Home Depot!
oh yeah...been doing this with the boys for a couple years...we have shoe shine boxes and airplanes....and aprons with pins...smiles. its really fun.
ReplyDeleteAw that looks like a lot of fun! Hope it continues to interest your son :)
ReplyDeleteI had no idea. I wonder if Home Depot does this around here? I know some kids that would love to do that.
ReplyDeleteWow, what a great idea. Were there other kids there? I guess they'd have a built-in common interest too...
ReplyDeleteMy husband wants to start that with our grandson but around here you have to sign up because the classes fill up really fast. I think/know our grandson is too young anyway:) Glad your son had such a great time. Great pictures!!
ReplyDeletethis is great. home depot has some great programs. This is so awesome for him!
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