In efforts to broaden his food repertoire, Santino was introduced to additional kernels of popcorn aligned on the table as he was eating his lunch. He was prompted to count each kernel with his finger, but the number of kernels was increased today, doubled to 6, and prompts were gradually faded to consist of verbal cues alone - eliminating physical prompts. Santino did well on this in 5 consecutive trials, meeting objectives. He required physical prompts for only 1 trial at the onset, to clarify expectations and objectives. Santino requested his snack of Fruit Loops and was prompted to add the word "please' at the end; he did so with only one prompt, indicative of improvement towards his language goal. Santino had water in a bottle from home, but I provided him with water in a cup, from which he drank independently and without spillage. Before putting away his thermos and cleaning off the table, Santino brought the kernel of popcorn to his mouth, given just one verbal prompt. I am very pleased with the progress he has been making increasing his tolerance aroiund and when shown alternative food items.