This exercise helps participants discover common interests and characteristics while recognising individual differences. By focusing on shared experiences, it supports group cohesion and creates opportunities for positive interactions. The activity also encourages participation in a flexible and low-pressure way, allowing everyone to engage at their own comfort level.

**Abstract:** This article addresses the issue of using music-based interventions in working with children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD), pointing to their neurobiological, psychological, and educational foundations. Music, thanks to its ability to engage the auditory, motor, and emotional systems, proves to be an effective tool for supporting communication, emotion regulation, sensory integration, and social development in children with ASD. Particular attention was paid to the experiences of the international AutisMUSIC project (2023–2025), which aimed to develop a set of teaching tools (Toolkit) for teachers and implement musical interventions in mainstream schools. The results of the project indicate an increase in motivation, improved social interaction, and a sense of inclusion among children with ASD, as well as positive feedback from teachers implementing the developed methods. The article discusses both the potential and challenges of implementing music as a tool to support the education and development of children with autism, emphasizing the need for a flexible and individualized approach in school practice. **Author:** Aneta Orska An article written as part of the AutisMUSIC: An innovative Music Toolkit for children with autism to improve their emotional, motivational, interpersonal and social responsiveness Project no: ```2023-1-PL01-KA220-SCH-000155287```

A communication chain activity where participants pass a drawing through touch. It highlights how information changes through indirect communication.

A communication activity where one participant describes an image and another draws it without seeing it. It highlights how information changes through verbal communication.

This exercise encourages participants to express their identity in a creative and symbolic way. Sharing the business cards helps group members learn about one another while respecting individual comfort levels. The activity promotes self-expression, curiosity, and a positive atmosphere at the beginning of group work.

A playful social activity where participants wear and exchange accessories based on prompts. It promotes interaction, humor, and comfort.

A team challenge where participants build the tallest structure using cups.

A problem-solving activity where participants analyze clues to solve a mystery. It supports logical thinking, reasoning, and teamwork.

A movement-based activity where participants search for matching items. It supports attention and engagement.

A creative group activity where participants create a still “photo” (freeze frame) based on a theme or situation. At a sound or visual signal, everyone freezes exactly as they are, forming a living picture. The activity supports creativity, body expression, and group interpretation.

This introductory exercise combines verbal and physical expression to help participants learn one another’s names and begin building group connections. By pairing a name with a gesture and inviting the group to repeat both, participants engage multiple forms of communication while creating a shared experience. The activity promotes inclusion, reduces social barriers, and establishes a positive and welcoming atmosphere for further group work.

A structured question activity where one participant answers rapid, light questions from the group. It supports confidence, expression, and group familiarity.

A creative activity combining storytelling and drawing to build a shared narrative.

A structured icebreaker where participants learn and recall each other’s names through repetition in a memory chain. It supports attention, memory, and early group bonding.

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A memory game where participants observe and recall a sequence of objects.

This exercise develops interpersonal communication skills by giving participants an opportunity to express their preferences and personal boundaries in a safe setting. Working in pairs encourages active listening and respectful exchange without pressure to share with the whole group. The activity helps build mutual understanding while reinforcing the importance of privacy and individual comfort levels.

A non-verbal communication game where one participant acts out a word, action, or situation while the rest of the group tries to guess it. It supports expression, interpretation, and group engagement.

A team-building challenge where participants build the tallest stable structure using limited paper materials. It promotes planning, cooperation, and problem-solving.

This exercise encourages participants to recognize and communicate positive qualities they observe in others. By exchanging authentic expressions of appreciation, group members strengthen interpersonal connections, increase mutual respect, and contribute to a supportive group climate. Receiving positive feedback can also enhance self-awareness and confidence, while helping participants become more comfortable accepting recognition from others.