Clash of Choices Cards
Clash of Choices
Visual Decision & Compromise Cards • Set A
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#01
Communication
The Sound of Silly
Sing Everything
Whisper Only
Compromise Challenge:
If we disagree, can we mix them? (Sing in a whisper, or whisper a song?)
#02
Sharing Space
The Pet Paradox
Mini Dragon
Giant Hamster
Compromise Challenge:
If we disagree, can we share space? (Your dragon rides on my giant hamster's back?)
#03
Sharing
The Culinary Crisis
Chocolate Pizza
Spicy Ice Cream
Compromise Challenge:
If we disagree, can we trade? (You eat half my pizza crust, I eat half your ice cream?)
#04
Taking Turns
The Teleporter
Fast / Wet Socks
Run Backwards
Compromise Challenge:
If we disagree, can we take turns? (Teleport to the park today, run backward tomorrow?)
#05
Merging Places
The Time Twister
Future City
Old Castle
Compromise Challenge:
If we disagree, can we merge them? (Build a medieval brick castle that floats in the sky?)
#06
Division of Labor
The Weather Wonder
Jellybean Rain
Potato Snow
Compromise Challenge:
If we disagree, can we share chores? (I eat/clean up the jellybeans, you scoop the potatoes?)
Cut cards out. Use visual icons to help point and choose.
CLASH OF CHOICES • VISUAL THERAPY SET A
Clash of Choices
Visual Decision & Compromise Cards • Set B
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#07
Teamwork
The Fashion Fail
Scuba Mask
Metal Armor
Compromise Challenge:
If we disagree, can we swap gear? (I wear your heavy armor helmet, you wear my flippers?)
#08
Active Listening
The Animal Chat
Speak Dog
Speak Bird
Compromise Challenge:
If we disagree, can we combine them? (A magical flying pet dog that tells bird jokes?)
#09
Negotiation
The Speed Run
Fast but Tied
Slow Flying
Compromise Challenge:
If we disagree, can we negotiate speed? (I run fast first, and then I wait for you to fly slowly?)
#10
Teaming Up
The Giant Leap
Hop on One Foot
Jazz Hands
Compromise Challenge:
If we disagree, can we team up? (I hop on one foot and you do jazz hands right next to me?)
#11
Middle Ground
The Game Grid
Inside Arcade
Glow Red Face
Compromise Challenge:
If we disagree, can we find a middle ground? (A pixelated face inside a miniature arcade cabinet?)
#12
Listening Rules
The Movie Mind
Loud Music
Narrator Voice
Compromise Challenge:
If we disagree, can we take turns? (Loud music plays first, but only when the narrator pauses?)
Cut cards out. Use visual icons to help point and choose.
CLASH OF CHOICES • VISUAL THERAPY SET B
Clash of Choices Therapist Guide
Clash of Choices
Therapist Guide • 20-Min ASD Support Session
Inclusion Ready
ASD & Inclusion Accommodations
- Point & Choose: Accept pointing to card icons.
- Reduce Processing: Stick to the concrete icons.
- Silly Debating: Keep tone playful, not critical.
- Rule Predictability: Preview changes before step 3.
- Low Language: Use simplified reflection prompts.
- Structured Choice: Limit to exactly 2 choices.
Battle Plan (20 Minutes)
1 Rules Prep (3m)
Set the rules visually. "We draw a card. We both pick one option. We share why we like it."
Establishes Structure
2 The Clash (12m)
Draw 3–4 visual cards. Point to choices. Talk about why A or B is cool. Ask the simple question at the bottom.
Observes Flexibility
3 Compromise (5m)
Pick a disagreed card. Make a silly hybrid choice (e.g. "Spicy Ice Cream on a Mini Dragon").
Direct IEP Connection
Observational Tracker
Response Speed
Fast Slow
Cognitive Shift
Flexible Rigid
Disagree Response
Calm Upset
Blended Choice
Yes Needs Scaffolding
Intake Notes & Next Steps
Student: __________________
Date: __________________
Inclusion Facilitator: ___________
1. Triggers or Rigidity Observed:
2. Accommodation Success Rate (pointing, choosing):
3. Next Step for Inclusion IEP Goal:
For ERMHS specialists, school counselors, and inclusion teachers. CLASH OF CHOICES • ASD INTAKE TEMPLATE
