Napolean Dynamite

Napoleon Dynamite.  Yes, I am writing about this movie!  I can hardly believe it either.  But, this movie can create some great opportunities for conversation with adolescents and young adults with social communication issues.  I used it with a teen who was making inappropriate comments at school.  I would show a scene and we would talk about what happened, if it was appropriate, why it was inappropriate and what the characters should have done instead.  Then, I had the young man consider being in a similar situation and tell me what he would/should do. It is a fun way to address some of the more sensitive issues.  Be sure to watch the movie ahead of time and know which parts you want to show based on the individual need of your client.