Which of the following activities is an appropriate intervention to facilitate socialization for a cognitively impaired child?
A) Providing age-appropriate toys and play activities
B) Providing peer experiences such as Guides or Scouting when older
C) Avoiding exposure to strangers who may not understand cognitive development
D) Emphasizing mastery of physical skills because they are delayed more often than verbal skills

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The acquisition of social skills is a complex task.Children of all ages need peer relationships.Parents should enroll the child in preschool.When older,they should have peer experiences similar to other children,such as group outings,Boy Scouts and Girl Guides,and Special Olympics.Providing age-appropriate toys and play activities is important,but peer interactions will facilitate social development.Parents should expose the child to strangers so he or she can practise social skills.Verbal skills are delayed more than physical skills.

Which of the Following Activities Is an Appropriate Intervention to Facilitate