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The Incredible 5-Point Scale was created to help individuals understand and manage their emotions and behaviors. It uses a simple five-point scale to categorize feelings and responses, aiding in self-regulation and communication. This tool is particularly useful in educational and therapeutic settings for children and adults needing extra support with social and emotional concepts.
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Who is this resource designed for?

This resource is suitable for children with: ASC, ADHD, Speech, language + communication difficulties, Intellectual disability, Acquired brain injury

Age Group: 1 - None

Intended outcome(s): Enhance emotional regulation, communication, and social skills in individuals with neurodivergent conditions. Empower school staff with knowledge, tools, and support systems that enable effective use of the 5-Point Scale.

Does this resource also support student health/wellbeing? No

Developed by: Kari Dunn Buron and Mitzi Curtis

This resource is: FREE

Resource Delivery

Resource type: Worksheets/printables, Practical strategies, Communication Aid

Resource delivered by: Anyone

Training required: None

Notes on training:

Evaluations

Has this resource been co-developed with the community? Yes

Educator
score

7.3

Evidence
rating

7.3

Educator Appraisal

IN-Hub teacher evaluation Grace Dallimore gives her evaluation of 5 Point Scale, by Kari Dunn Buron and Mitzi Curtis. Here is a summary of what Grace thinks: “5 Point Scale is a tool used for emotional regulation and as a communication aid. I liked that the resource is straightforwards which allows students to have a better idea of their own feelings. I didn't like that it might be oversimplified and reduce understanding of complex emotions as well as cause dependency on the tool.”

Evidence Rating

The Incredible 5-Point Scale is based on the empathising-systemising theory and is designed to enhance communication by using a simple 5-point scale. While the scale has shown positive results, its effectiveness has only been tested in a single case study with one participant