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Tired means your body or brain needs to rest.
Hidden Curriculum of Vision
Visual World Concept: Tired
Understanding that "tired" describes a temporary state in which a person has less physical or mental energy. People often recognize tiredness through changes in appearance, movement, behavior, and communication. Applicable Learners Blind Low Vision CVI Multiple Disabilities Autism AAC Users Deafblind Developmental Delays Elementary Students Secondary Students Transition-Age Students Related Concepts Rest Sleep Emotions Feelings Self-Regulation Body Awareness Health Stress Calm Break Energy Executive Functioning Ob...
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Children who are sighted naturally learn what tiredness looks like by observing countless everyday situations. They notice people rubbing their eyes, yawning, moving more slowly, slouching, closing their eyes, stretching, or becoming quieter after a busy day. Over time, these repeated observations help them recognize when someone may be tired—even if...
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Understanding tired supports self-awareness, relationships, health and safety, social interpretation, descriptive language, organization, emotional regulation, and informed participation in school and community life.
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