Testimonials
"Skill Building Buddies is a lively mix of animated hosts and live action snippets. The skits are short, to the point, and cover accepting daily change- a big problem for many kids on the autistic spectrum. Music and topic repetition are effective in communicating the point."
-Little Bird Reviews
Questions and Answers About Skill Building Buddies™
Q. What is video modeling?
A. Video modeling is a visual teaching method for children with autism. Think of it as social stories on video. Most children immediately direct their attention to a computer or television screen. When you have attention, learning can take place.
Q. Is video modeling a research-based therapy?
A. Yes. Video modeling meets the Council for Exceptional Children’s criteria for evidence-based practice. Numerous studies have shown that video modeling is an effective intervention.
Q. What skills can be taught using Skill Building Buddies™ video modeling?
A. Video modeling is an easy-to-use method to develop and strengthen social skills, communication skills, motor skills and self-help skills.
Q. How do Skill Building Buddies™ modeling videos help children with autism?
A. Our videos feature peer actors who demonstrate appropriate behaviors and language in a variety of settings and situations. Through repeated viewings, children develop the ability to memorize, imitate, generalize and appropriately adapt those skills and behaviors.
Q. What is the goal of using Skill Building Buddies™ video modeling?
A. The goal of using video modeling is to help children learn and develop the skills they need to communicate and socialize with others and to care for themselves.
Q. Who can implement Skill Building Buddies™ therapies?
A. Parents, teachers, therapists, and caregivers can all use the Skill Building Buddies method effectively.
Q. Where can Skill Building Buddies™ video modeling programs be used?
A. The strategies presented by Skill Building Buddies™ can be used at home, at school, and at therapy sessions.
Q. Can Skill Building Buddies™ programs be used with other interventions?
A. Yes. Skill Building Buddies™ videos can support and be integrated with other interventions including ABA, SCERTS®, DIR®/Floortime and more.