Which statement about Lyon and Sims' method is true?

• A. It emphasizes describing, drawing, and cues
• B. It relies on oral-only communication
• C. It forbids drawing
• D. It uses written instructions only

Answer: (A)

Lyon and Sims' method uses multiple ways to teach a task: describing what to do, drawing a quick visual of the steps or setup, and giving cues to guide performance. This combination supports understanding, memory, and smooth execution by engaging both verbal and visual processing and providing prompts at key moments. It helps people learn how to perform daily activities more independently, rather than relying on a single form of instruction.

It isn’t limited to oral-only communication, nor does it forbid drawing or rely only on written instructions. Using describing, drawing, and cues together offers a flexible, supports-based way to teach functional tasks. For example, when teaching how to make a simple meal, you’d describe each step, sketch a simple diagram of the task flow, and use cues like “next” or “after washing hands” to guide the sequence.