3. Replace the clay in Step 1 with food items of approximately 1/2 inch in size.
4. Carefully, with physical guidance, assist the student in placing food into his or her mouth and closing lips around the fork. Reduce guidance as opportunities allow.
5. Assist the student in removing the fork from his or her mouth. Reduce guidance as opportunities allow.
6. Verbally prompt the student to chew and swallow as needed. If problems such as choking occur, contact appropriate professional or medical staff for assistance.