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A MyAutismTeam Member asked a question 💭
North York, ON

Like anytime Amari plays, espcially if its toys with balls or building with blocks, he doesnt actually play or build he just picks the item up and flings it to the floor..lol. Idk how to get him to actually play with things. When its a toy he actually likes he'll either just have it in hand, bite on it or observe it, push its buttons and then fling it down when hes done with it.. Why is this? Is he just young and eventually will learn to play and place things down properly?

October 24, 2018
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Members reassured a parent worried about their toddler throwing toys that this behavior is extremely common in young children, both... Read more

Members reassured a parent worried about their toddler throwing toys that this behavior is extremely common in young children, both neurotypical and neurodivergent, often driven by curiosity about sounds, movement, and cause-and-effect rather than defiance. Several members shared that the best approach is to join the child's style of play without correction at first to build connection and trust, then gradually model appropriate play and redirect throwing to soft objects only. A recurring theme was letting go of typical expectations, embracing the child's unique way of exploring the world, and trusting that more conventional play will develop naturally with time and gentle guidance.

A MyAutismTeam Member

Forget appropriate play, that will come with time. At this age, join in if it makes him happy. Gradually with time work on throwing soft toys only and then teach appropriate play. Focus on building a good relationship at this point... rest will follow.

October 25, 2018
A MyAutismTeam Member

Hands down yes! A lot of toddlers throw toys and they are neurotypical. Constant watching and stating, no throwing toys. It will stop, but takes work.

October 31, 2018
A MyAutismTeam Member

Its very common and I still deal with at 13, but rarely. My position is that down is better then at you...lol sometimes its to watch it drop. To see if something will happen to it.If its a throw, it to watch it fly. Its a compulsion as well as a curiosity. Our kids do things in a different world....a flying object world sometimes...lol

October 25, 2018
A MyAutismTeam Member

His style of play is in a different world. The sooner you can let go of typical expectations the more you both will enjoy that time:)

October 25, 2018
A MyAutismTeam Member

Yea that makes sense. I know hes still very young .. thanks @A MyAutismTeam Member

October 25, 2018

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