Todd Eller Share 5 Best Learning Activities for Autistic Children
                     Todd Eller
5 Best Learning 
Activities for 
Autistic 
www.toddeller.com
Children
Introduction
Todd Eller is the owner of Best Practices, an organization that helps 
children with autism and special needs through behavioral interventions. 
With over 17 years of experience, he offers training and support to 
families. Todd also works with BabyFirst TV and serves as Chief 
Educational Officer at First Media, developing educational content to 
support children’s learning.
1. Social Skills Groups
• Encourages interaction with 
peers in a controlled setting.
• Helps children practice 
conversation, turn-taking, and 
emotional regulation.
• Activities include role-playing, 
group games, and storytelling.
2. Sensory Play 
A•cUtsievs ittexiteursed objects, kinetic 
sand, or water play to enhance 
sensory processing.
• Helps children regulate sensory 
input and improve focus.
• Can be combined with 
educational elements like 
counting or letter recognition.
3. Visual Schedules 
and Task Charts
• Provides a structured, visual way 
to understand daily routines.
• Reduces anxiety by offering 
predictability.
• Uses pictures, icons, or written 
steps for tasks like dressing or 
brushing teeth.
4. Interactive 
Storytelling & Picture 
B• Iomporokvses communication and 
comprehension skills.
• Engages children through 
animated reading, visuals, and 
props.
• Encourages participation through 
Q&A or role-playing the story.
5. STEM-Based Hands-
On Learning
• Simple science experiments, building 
blocks, and coding games help with 
problem-solving.
• Encourages logical thinking and 
creativity.
• Activities like Lego robotics or puzzle-
solving enhance fine motor skills and 
cognitive abilities.
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