Target/code: recognise/copy/continue an alternating TAP–CLAP cue in two or more representations; AC9MFA01. Prepare: P177 broad word/picture cards, adult cue or optional original WAV and exact alternative. No child hearing or clapping is required.
- Notice · 3 min. Adult points to TAP, CLAP, TAP, CLAP on cards while optionally making the cues. Ask which two labels return; let the child choose paper, touch or sound.
- Model · 4 min. Box TAP–CLAP as one complete unit, then copy it on the table. Do not assess rhythm speed or volume.
- Guide · 5 min. Child/directing adult lays out six cues P177 in order; if using sound, pause and check against the printed exact transcript.
- Independent route · 7 min. Day 177 A/B/C can be a pretend stage cue, paper sign sequence or tactile strip. Require next TAP–CLAP and a description/point to the two-part unit.
- Reason check · 4 min. Swap one middle CLAP/TAP card. Ask the child where the repeat breaks and what repair restores it.
- Exit · 2 min. Child points, signs, says or directs the unit once. If sound is inaccessible, the visual/tactile equivalent is the complete task.