How Mateo is growing
Progress is not always a straight line. These are the real moments — big and small — that show what is building. If a number ever doesn't make sense, message your team.
The moment to celebrate this week
Mateo used his picture card to ask for a break all on his own — no one prompted him. That is the goal. He is starting to own it. Keep the card where he can reach it.
You helped make this happen by practicing at home.
Recent highlights
Apr 15 · Tuesday
New milestoneUsed his break card without being asked
During snack — Mateo handed it over before getting up. First time completely unprompted.
Apr 13 · Sunday
Transitioned to mealtime with one visual cue
3 of 4 tries went smoothly this week. Getting more consistent.
Apr 10 · Thursday
Starting to notice his name in quieter settings
2 of 5 trials — this one is new and will take time. The fact that it happened at all matters.
Where things stand
Plain-language summary of each current focus area.
Asking for a break on his own
Getting strongerPractice at home
Keep the picture card visible at meals and let him use it without prompting.
Moving from play to mealtime
Steady and improvingPractice at home
Use the visual timer — 2 minutes before every meal.
Noticing when someone says his name
Brand new — just startedPractice at home
Say his name softly from nearby before giving any instruction.
Something not adding up? Something you want to understand better?
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