Case Study
Abbas is 4 years old and has just joined your room having arrived in your town from Syria with his uncle after a long journey.
You have observed that Abbas, although he does speak and understand English, is not joining in with the other children when they are playing. He is reluctant to play outdoors and has been seen taking food from others’ plates.
This is a case study already included in an earlier lesson. Having read more about ACEs consider:
- What ACEs might Abbas have experienced?
- How can you find out more about his earlier life?
- Where can you get help to support Abbas?
It is rare that there is just one way to respond to a scenario or situation, so do not consider that the responses you have to the above scenario will be judged as right or wrong. Share your scenario with a work colleague or friend and ask them to tell you whether they think you have responded appropriately. Ask them to challenge your response if necessary. You do not need to submit this task for assessment unless asked to do so by your assessor.
