Role-Play

Role-Play

Goal

‍Build confidence by practicing specific behaviors, social interactions, or responses in a calm, structured way.

‍How

‍Pick a scenario or skill to practice, like asking for help, handling a tough task, or responding to peers. Start by modeling the behavior, then invite learners to act it out. Give supportive feedback and repeat practice to build comfort. Add fun with props or scene changes to keep it engaging.

‍Context

‍Role-play helps learners build social and behavioral skills by practicing in a safe, low-pressure setting. It’s most effective in 1:1 or small groups with trusted adults and peers. This strategy can help teach skills like emotional regulation, problem-solving, social interaction, and more!

‍TipJoin the role-play! It’s a great chance to model skills and make it feel safe. Keep it light and fun—start with simple scenarios and work up to trickier ones. Try our Mindful Moments game in the Resource section!

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