It's called the bunny hole. Squares are painted on the floor to show them where to line up when it's time to go home. They sit on mats during story time to help them sit in their own personal space. They're urged to speak in full sentences. A skill taught one day may not be retained to the next or generalized into another setting.
Directions are simple and direct and choices are limited.
FAS kids have a hard time changing activities and locations, so they need plenty of notice to make transitions. Abstract concepts such as time, ownership and money are difficult for them, too. Bryant sets a special timer and announces that in five minutes it will be story time. She'll remind them several times before the timer runs out. Kids born with FAS often have weak oral motor skills, says Gerylo.