Teaching Your Autistic Child How to Pray - Paperback

by Spectrum In Mind (Author)

This book provides a structured, step-by-step approach to teaching salah (prayer) to children on the autism spectrum. Combining Islamic guidance with proven Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) strategies, it breaks down prayer into manageable steps using techniques such as modeling, prompting, and positive reinforcement.

Parents and educators will learn how to:

• Teach prayer positions like Qiyam, Ruku, and Sujood
• Use visual tools like the "Prime Square"
• Manage behaviors such as stimming and echolalia
• Build consistency, focus, and independence in prayer

This guide emphasizes patience, compassion, and adaptability recognizing that every child learns differently. It is not just about teaching prayer, but nurturing a lifelong spiritual connection.