"[A sturdy wooden shopping cart] creates expansion of the play schema itself and fosters motor coordination, as well as planning and organizing of movements."
Large Blocks For Toddlers: Building Skills Through Play
“You can discover what the child is thinking, how much effort they put into making sure their ideas work, and...how they start to handle disappointment.”
"Some autistic kids with a range of language skills have shut off the lights, saying good night, dark, or stars to let me know the day has reached its peak."