03/31/2022
April Fool’s Day is famous for jokes and hoaxes. Everyone from friends to big companies try to prank us and give us an extra reason to laugh.
Although the goal of this holiday is harmless, the idea of it may be confusing for kids on the spectrum. So let’s take a moment to talk about April Fool’s Day with kids and discuss what may happen tomorrow in advance.
😝 Care for Pranks
Some kids with have a hard time reading others’ emotions. For example, they may not notice a tone of voice in the prank and will feel like they are being bullied or lied to.
Explain that most pranks are lighthearted and are made to create a funny situation like in comedies on TV. People prank others to lighten the mood and not to offend them.
😜 Don’t Get Fooled
Kids with autism are often very dependent on a schedule and it is hard for them to have any changes in plans. Tomorrow they may hear that there will be no more school. Or they will stay there all weekend. Or maybe their favorite show is getting canceled.
Explain that they should double-check any information that feels suspicious. Talk about how the goal of such a hoax is to fool someone and have a good laugh together.
