Fun, Social, LEGO Workshop-Star Wars Theme

Welcome to Star Wars LEGO!

Join Kern Autism Network Inc., in an innovative and exciting workshop just for our children! Research has been conducted on this therapeutic approach and the findings were positive. In the past pre-Covid, our organization held numerous LEGO Workshops, with HUGE SUCCESS. Over that time, things changed a bit on how we were able to deliver the event to occur each year. This year we have partnered with GARCES MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL for our pilot program to re-introduce the LEGO Workshop. This workshop allows the children to be creative, work on fine motor skills and social skills. It encourages and allows them to interact with an atypical peer in a naturalistic setting. As our LEGO Workshops continue, we bring you, LEGO Star Wars!

Parental or caretaker participation is required. Supervision will be provided and there will be volunteers available, but to ensure the safety and well being of our participants, a parent/caretaker must be present. This workshop is now opened to siblings, with the attendance of a sibling diagnosed with Autism. Registration is required for each child/youth participating ONLY. This helps with the check in process.

Our theme is: STAR WARS, so come dressed as your favorite character for the day! Join us and let's get social and have fun with LEGO's! We are pleased to welcome the Legion 501st Star War's organization for joining us and donating their time to be a major part of our event in full Star War's costume.

Studies have assessed the benefits of LEGO play in three measures of social competence – self-initiated social contact, duration of social interaction and reductions in “stereotyped” behaviors. Each of these showed significant gains over the pre-treatment and waiting-list levels.

http://asdaid.org/lego-and-asd/lego-therapy

Children with autism may be naturally attracted and motivated by systems of one kind or an other. LEGO is a highly systematic toy that appears intrinsically rewarding to children on the autistic spectrum. This project confirmed that LEGO Therapy leads to improvement in social skills.

QUESTIONS:

What are my parking options for the event?

The Garces Memorial H.S. front and back parking lot has numerous options for parking. The event will be in the Cafeteria.

What should I wear to the event?

Dress comfortably and preferable in the colors that symbolize the Autism Ribbon: red, yellow and blue or in the theme: STAR WARS! Photos will be taken and lots of vibrant colors will enhance the atmosphere.

Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?

[email protected] or 661-489-3335

Can I arrive anytime within the time frame of 10:00 a.m. and noon?

Yes you can! The time frame allows parents to arrive at their pace with lunch served at noon for the children. It is not necessary to stay the entire workshop time, unless you wish too! Again it is meant for the kids to have a good time and socially interact. Lunch will be offered of hot dogs and chips after their workshop stay, if they so wish to participate. Please note, we will serve all children participating first, along with our volunteers.

Does my child get to take home the LEGO's?

Unfortunately, the workshop is meant to repeat and we will be needing them for future events. Your welcome to bring cameras and take pictures of their finished product! Each theme that is offered a new set of LEGO's are purchased to re-supply the event.

Can I bring my child's siblings?

The LEGO workshop is now open to siblings of an individual diagnosed with Autism and all Disabilities. However, the event is NOT OPEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC.

Will there be other activities besides the LEGO's?

Yes, each time we add something new to keep the interest of the children engaged. Face painting, bubbles, coloring, puzzles, games and so much more.

Parent refreshment and coffee talk will be available during the time that your child enjoys the workshop.

Host or Publisher Kern Autism Network, Inc.