5 Must Haves for Task Box Activities to Teach Independence

Task box activities are great for practicing independence and maintaining previously mastered skills. But how can we ensure our task boxes are set up to teach independence effectively? Not all task box activities are created equally - some might be great activities but would not work well in an independent work system. There are 5 key characteristics that task box activities must have if they are being used in an independent work system. Ensuring your task boxes meet all 5 of these characteristics sets your students up for success and allows them to truly practice working on their independence. In this episode, I am sharing why your tasks must be mastered, the need for a clear beginning and end, excluding extra pieces, why task components must be organized, and why tasks should remain assembled. 03:00 - Why tasks in independent work systems must be previously mastered08:07 - The importance of tasks having a clear beginning and end09:07 - Why including extra pieces in task boxes can cause confusion10:21 - How organizing materials can be helpful for students completing task box activities11:56 - Why students should leave a completed task intact when they turn it inShow Notes: http://autismclassroomresource....s.com/episode202Reso out my TpT store for Independent Work ResourcesWatch the Independent Work Systems WebinarTable Tasks: Increase Engagement at Waiting TimesFree Sock Sorting Work TaskPlastic Egg Put-In Task: Independent Work InspirationWatch #TaskBinTuesday Quick Tip Cupcake Edition YouTubeGet My Book: Building Independence: How to Create and Use Structured Work Systems - Future Horizons PublishersShop my Book: Building Independence: How to Create and Use Structured Work Systems on Amazon (Affiliate Link)Join the Autism Classroom Resources' Free Resource Library Get more information about the Special Educator AcademyJoin the Free Facebook Group <br/>If you're enjoying this podcast, could you please take a quick moment to leave your