Star Power Token Board STAR POWER TOKEN BOARD
Visual Reinforcement & First-Then System
Child: _________________ Date: ________
Level 1
5-Star Reward Board
I AM WORKING FOR:
[Reward Card]
1
STAR 1
2
STAR 2
3
STAR 3
4
STAR 4
REWARD!
Quick Win 3-Star Focus Board
1 Begin
2 Stay
Win!
First - Then Visual Routine
1. FIRST
[Task Box]
2. THEN
[Token / Fun]
Cut-Out Visual Star Tokens & Choice Cards
Laminate and attach hook-and-loop dots
STAR
STAR
STAR
STAR
STAR
BONUS
Trampoline
Bubbles
Sensory Bin
Music Jam
Sticker
High Five
Caregiver Rule: Award tokens immediately for calm attempts. Never remove earned tokens!
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TURTLE SPEED PACING MAT
Visual Self-Monitoring: Slow Down & Check
Desk Mat Visual
What Speed Is My Body Doing?
Cheetah Speed Too Fast! Mistakes happen Action: Press Pause
Turtle Speed Just Right! Careful & Calm Earns Star Power!
Snail Speed Stuck or Tired Action: Ask for Help
Tactile Finger Slow-Down Track
Touch each stop before turning page or finishing item
Step 1 Look
slow...
Step 2 Breathe
slow...
Step 3 Do Item
slow...
Step 4 Check
Printable Desk Cue Cards (Laminate & Tape) Prompt without talking during work
TURTLE PACE 1 item at a time
POINT & TOUCH Use pointing finger
1-2-3 STOP Deep belly breath
CHECK WORK Ready for star!
Coaching Tip: Pair nonverbal tapping on the "Turtle Pace" cue card instead of verbal nagging.
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Pacing Play Lesson Plan PACING & TOKEN PLAY PLAN
Lesson 1: Star Power & Turtle Speed Instructional Guide
Target: Age 5 • ADHD / Neurodivergent
Core Learning Objectives
Child selects a preferred reward card before starting work.
Child accepts "First [Task], Then [Star]" routine without protest.
Child uses "Turtle Speed" finger pacing to pause and check 1 task.
Materials & Sensory Prep
Laminated Star Power Board & Velcro tokens.
Turtle Speed Desk Pacing Mat.
Two simple puppets (or animal figurines: Turtle & Cheetah).
4-Step Interactive Play Sequence (15–20 Mins)
1 Puppet Theater: "Dash Cheetah vs Toby Turtle" (5 mins) Concept Introduction
Adult Script: "Look at Dash the Cheetah! Zoom zoom zoom! Dash scribbles in 1 second, rips the paper, and drops his pencil. Uh oh, Dash feels frustrated! Now look at Toby Turtle. Toby points his finger: one... two... slow and steady. Toby takes a belly breath. Look! Toby earned a shiny STAR!"
2 Movement Game: "Turtle Slow-Mo Challenge" (5 mins) Kinesthetic Regulation
Stand together. Say: "Show me Cheetah speed!" (fast marching in place for 5 seconds). Call out: "TURTLE POWER!" Everyone freezes and transitions into ultra slow-motion walking. Praise body control: "Look at those calm, controlled muscles! You controlled your speed!"
3 Hands-On Guided Practice: The 3-Star Quick Win (5 mins) Direct Practice
Present the 3-Star Board. Let the child pick a high-preference reinforcer (e.g., bubbles or sensory car). Use a micro-task (e.g., tracing 3 circles or sorting 3 blocks). Before each block, prompt: "Touch the Turtle track: Look, Breathe, Place." Award star immediately upon calm completion of each item with enthusiastic high praise.
4 Reward Cash-In & Reset Routine (3 mins) Reinforcement Delivery
When the 3rd star clicks on: "STAR POWER UNLOCKED! You worked with calm hands and turtle pacing!" Give immediate 2-minute access to the chosen item. Set a visual sand timer so the child knows when the break wraps up comfortably.
Adult Scripting Cheat Sheet (Use Exactly These Words)
Starting Task: "First 3 blocks, then bubbles! You pick your star power!"
When Rushing: "Tap-tap turtle! Let's touch step 2 and take a big turtle breath together."
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TEAM FIDELITY & CONSISTENCY
Classroom, Home & Therapy Alignment Protocol
Caregiver Alignment
Cross-Setting Application Matrix
Classroom Desk
• Tape Turtle Pacing Mat directly to child's primary seat.
• Break worksheets into strips of 2-3 problems only.
• Nonverbal prompt: Tap the turtle card instead of verbal warnings.
Reinforcer: 2-min sensory swing or class helper job.
Home Routine
• Keep 3-Star Board on refrigerator for high-friction routines.
• Example: Star 1 (Shoes on), Star 2 (Jacket on), Star 3 (Backpack on).
• Same Turtle Breath cue when rushing through teeth brushing.
Reinforcer: 5-min bedtime story or dance song.
OT / Therapy
• Pair token delivery with fine-motor endurance tasks (cutting, pegboard).
• Use tactile cue (velcro resistance) to anchor finger pacing.
• Pre-rate arousal: Check if child is "Cheetah" before starting.
Reinforcer: Heavy work obstacle course or crash pad.
Common ADHD Roadblocks & Responsive Solutions
Issue 1:
Child demands token immediately or snatches it before working:
Keep token in adult's palm or hidden behind the board. Say neutrally: "Hands on desk, complete 1 card, then star lands!" Deliver token within 1 second of task completion.
Issue 2:
Child rushes aggressively, making sloppy errors to finish fast:
Do not scold. Point to the Pacing Mat: "That was Cheetah Speed! Cheetahs don't get the star yet. Let's touch step 4 to check together." Guide hand gently to trace.
Issue 3:
Child swipes or throws the token board during frustration:
Hold neutral face, block hits calmly (see Lesson 2). Say: "Body is hot. Board is resting. Let's take 3 turtle breaths." Do NOT remove previously earned stars; tokens are irrevocable once earned.
5-Day Team Implementation Quick Tracker Mark: ✓ = Independent • P = Prompted • X = Resistant
Skill Observation Target Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4 Day 5 1. Selects reward card willingly [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ] 2. Accepts First-Then without swatting [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ] 3. Follows Turtle Pacing track to slow down [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ] 4. Earns all 3 or 5 stars and cashes in calmly [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ]
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Calm Hands Visual Kit CALM HANDS REDIRECTION KIT
Visual Replacement Behaviors • Safe Bodies First
Safe Hands Protocol
Golden Body Rule
Hands Are For Building, Helping & High-Fives!
Hitting hurts friends and teachers. When redirected, my hands choose a safe squeeze.
NO HITTING
When An Adult Says "Freeze" or "Redirection":
Choose 1 Safe Action Instantly
Squeeze Lemons Clasp hands tight for 3 seconds then shake loose
Wall or Desk Push Push hands flat against desk/wall with strong arms
Hands in Pockets Tuck both hands into pockets or sit on hands safely
Bear Body Hug Cross arms tight over chest and take 1 deep breath
Wearable Visual Cue Cards (Cut, Hole-Punch & Ring)
Teacher & Parent Fast Redirection Prompt
• punch •
CALM HANDS Show open palms
• punch •
WALL PUSH Give heavy work
• punch •
3 BREATHS Breathe with adult
• punch •
GRAB FIDGET Squeeze safe tool
Redirection Response: Never match volume. Whisper: "Hands push the desk. Let's do 3 pushes together."
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FIDGET TOOL PARKING LOT
Fidget Rules & Desk Boundary System
Sensory Regulation
The 3 Fidget Rules (A Fidget is a Brain Tool!)
Tool ≠ Toy
1
Eyes on Teacher / Work My hands fiddle while my brain listens.
2
Quiet & In My Space No throwing, no clicking, no mouth.
3
Parks When Finished Parks in garage when listening time ends.
• OFFICIAL FIDGET PARKING LOT •
Active Work Zone Fidget is in 1 hand while I work or listen calmly
Fidget Parking Garage Place fidget here when teacher says "Park" or work is done
Printable Allowed Fidget Visual Cards (Select 1 Per Work Session)
Pop-It
Squish Ball
Twist Snake
Squeeze Putty
Rough Strip
Marble Mat
Fidget Protocol: If fidget becomes a distraction, give 1 neutral reminder: "Fidget in hand or parked in garage."
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Calm Hands Practice Guide CALM HANDS PRACTICE GUIDE
Lesson 2: Redirection Role-Play, Puppet Scripts & Safe Fidget Drills
Active Role-Play
The ADHD Hitting Instinct: At age 5, hitting during redirection is rarely malicious; it is an impulsive fight-or-flight motor surge triggered by sudden task switches. Our goal is motor replacement —giving the hands an immediate, intense physical alternative before anger peaks.
3 Low-Pressure Practice Routines (Practice During Calm Times!)
1 Puppet Drama: "Barnaby Bear Gets Redirected" (5 mins) Puppet Modeling
Adult holds Barnaby Bear building blocks. Second puppet (Teacher Owl) says: "Time to clean up for lunch!" Barnaby roars, raises paws to hit Owl. Adult freezes Barnaby: "Wait! Barnaby's brain remembers CALM HANDS!" Barnaby drops paws flat onto carpet and pushes with all his might for 3 seconds: "Puuuush! Hooo-ahhh (deep exhale)!" Owl praises: "Thank you for safe hands, Barnaby! Here is your star!" Ask child: "Can you show Barnaby how you push the floor?"
2 Movement Game: "Freeze & Squeeze Redirection Dance" (5 mins) Impulse Control
Play high-energy music. When music stops, do NOT just say freeze—hold up one of the Visual Replacement Cards! If you flash "Squeeze Lemons," child clasps both hands and squeezes tight until you say "Juice is out!" If you flash "Wall Push," child dashes to the wall and pushes flat. Award a token for every rapid, safe motor switch.
3 Fidget Driving School: "Park Your Fidget" (3 mins) Tool Practice
Give child their favorite squish ball or pop-it. Practice: "Drive on the road" (child squishes while adult reads 1 sentence of a story). Call out: "Red Light! Park your car!" Child immediately places the fidget in the designated Fidget Parking Lot square on their desk mat and rests hands on lap. Deliver immediate star token for parking on the first prompt.
Avoid Saying (Escalates Fight/Flight):
× "Don't you hit me! That is bad!"
× "Why did you do that? Look at me!"
× "You just lost your prize for the day!"
What to Say (Calms Motor Surge):
✓ "Hands push the floor. Push with me."
✓ "Body is surprised. Big breath in."
✓ "Squeeze lemon 1-2-3... relax."
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DE-ESCALATION & SAFETY STEPS
3-Phase Physical Intervention Protocol for Caregiver Team
Break Box Visual Cards BREAK & TASK BOX CARDS
Functional Communication Training (FCT) Exchange Cards
Self-Advocacy Visuals
Big Visual Exchange Cards (Point or Hand to Adult)
Laminate & attach to desk corner or communication ring
I NEED A BREAK 2-minute calm reset
TASK BOX PLEASE I am ready to work
I NEED HELP Show me the first step
WATER SIP Cool down body
TOO LOUD Headphones on
ALL FINISHED! Ready for star check
Calm Corner Reset Menu (Pick 1 for 2-Minute Break)
Sand Timer Paired
Beanbag Rest Heavy pressure & eyes rest
Picture Book Quietly flip 3 pages
Sensory Bottle Watch glitter slowly sink
Floor Press Push hands down into mat
FCT Rule: If child uses the "Break" card instead of hitting, honor it immediately 100% of the time during early training!
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TASK BOX INDEPENDENCE SYSTEM
Structured Work Routine & Finished Bin Markers
Visual TEACCH Style
3-Step Independent Task Box Routine
1
GET 1 TASK BOX Carry with 2 hands to desk mat.
2
DO ALL PIECES Turtle Speed. Match, sort, or build.
3
PUT IN FINISHED BIN Lid on, slide into bin, earn star!
Desk Workspace Anchor
↓ PLACE CURRENT ACTIVE TASK BOX HERE ↓
1 Box at a Time on the Mat
Tub / Basket Label
ALL DONE / FINISHED BIN
Place completed task boxes inside here when all pieces are finished!
Cut & tape to plastic tub
ADHD Task Box Tip: Keep task boxes clear, closed-ended, and brief (3–5 minutes) with visible end points.
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Team Behavior Support Plan TEAM BEHAVIOR SUPPORT PLAN
Classroom, Home & Therapy Unified Intervention Protocol
Child: ____________________ Age: 5 • Diagnostic Profile: ADHD
Behaviors Targeted for Reduction:
1. Physical Aggression: Hitting, swatting, or shoving adults/peers during unexpected redirection, task demands, or transition away from preferred items.2. Rushing / Task Swiping: Frantic scribbling (<3 sec) or clearing materials off desk without attempting steps.
Function & Desired Replacement:
Function: Escape from overwhelming sensory/cognitive demand & impulsivity.Replacement: Handing "Break" card, handing "Task Box" card, using Turtle finger pacing, and utilizing Wall/Floor Push replacement motor actions.
1. Prevention
• First-Then Structure: Always pair high-interest reward card on token board prior to presenting task.
• Chunking: Present only 1 task box at a time on the mat. Hide extra materials.
• Visual Countdown: 2-minute visual sand timer warning before ending preferred play.
• Desk Cueing: Silent point to Turtle Card instead of verbal corrections.
Goal: Stop frustration before motor surge.
2. Replacement
• Functional Break Exchange: Child hands or taps "Break" card → Immediate 2-min calm reset honored 100% of time during initial teaching.
• Motor Substitution: When fists clench, prompt "Squeeze Lemons" or "Wall Push".
• Fidget as Tool: One approved quiet sensory tool kept in hand or on Parking Lot mat.
Goal: Communicate need without striking.
3. Team Response
• Neutral Affect: No angry facial expressions, scolding, or long explanations.
• Side Block: Maintain 45-degree angle. Use cushion/clipboard to absorb strikes. Never hold wrists.
• Irrevocable Tokens: Never take away earned stars. Deliver token on 1st calm replacement step.
Goal: Keep everyone safe & de-escalate fast.
Unified Reinforcement Protocol Across All Settings Class • Home • Clinic
Classroom: Earns 5 stars across structured table work. Cash in for sensory swing, class errand, or toy car track.
Home: Earns 3 stars for morning shoes/teeth and bedtime routine. Cash in for bedtime story or living room obstacle course.
