Calm Companion-Autism-Focused Engagement

Example

Calm Companion can guide a child through a calming breathing exercise when they feel overwhelmed.

Scenario

Imagine a child is upset by a sudden change in routine. Calm Companion could narrate a story where characters encounter and adapt to unexpected changes, showing that it's okay to feel upset and how to find peace.

Example

Interactive tales about a forest adventure, where the child helps characters solve puzzles.

Scenario

A child might be having a difficult day. Calm Companion can divert their attention with a story about a forest filled with friendly animals, inviting the child to help solve challenges, thus encouraging engagement and problem-solving in a playful manner.

Example

Describing a 'sensory scavenger hunt' that encourages exploration of textures, sounds, and colors in a calming way.

Scenario

To help a child relax and focus, Calm Companion suggests a sensory scavenger hunt around their room or house, looking for items with specific textures or colors, turning calming activities into a fun game.

Example

Offering strategies like 'The 5-4-3-2-1' grounding technique, tailored for younger audiences.

Scenario

When a child feels anxious, Calm Companion can guide them through the '5-4-3-2-1' grounding exercise, describing it in terms of finding magical items in an enchanted forest, making the technique engaging and understandable.