Celebrating Neurodiversity in Learning: Fun Ways to Engage Children This Week
Celebrating Neurodiversity (17thā23rd March) is about recognising and valuing the many ways people think, learn, and experience the world.Ā
For children, this means creating learning environments that honour their strengths, whether they process information through movement, storytelling, visuals, or hands-on experiences.
As educators, tutors, and caregivers, we can make a real difference by supporting neurodiverse learners in ways that respect their natural ways of thinking.Ā
One fun and simple way to do this is through storytelling games like Roll & Tell!
A Fun Way to Celebrate Neurodiversity
There are a stack of great ways to open conversations about neurodiversity, support each other’s individuality and celebrate neurodiversity! Click here to explore some great activities.
One of my favourites is Roll & Tell which is a fantastic game that helps children explore their thoughts and feelings in a playful, low-pressure way.
Hereās how to play:
š² Roll a die.
š” Match the number to the prompt.
š£ Share your experiences, ideas, or thoughts based on the prompt.
By using games like Roll & Tell, we make celebrating neurodiversity fun, interactive, and meaningful for all children.
Why Celebrating Neurodiversity Matters in Education
Neurodiversity isnāt just about labels – itās about recognising that every childās way of thinking is valuable.Ā
When we celebrate neurodiversity in education, we:
- Embrace everyone as being their unique selves
- Encourage different approaches to problem-solving
- Create supportive learning spaces for sensory needs
- Honour movement, flexibility, and creativity in learning
- Recognise that struggles in one area donāt define a childās potential.
By celebrating neurodiversity, we move beyond outdated ideas of āone-size-fits-allā education and create spaces where all learners can thrive.
Join the Celebration!
Neurodiversity Celebration Week is the perfect opportunity to explore new ways of learning and support every childās unique strengths.Ā
Whether through Roll & Tell, inclusive teaching strategies, or simply encouraging different perspectives, we can all make a difference.
š¬ How are you celebrating neurodiversity this week? Letās share ideas in the comments!
