self-relianceaid

noun
UK /ˌself rɪˈlaɪəns eɪd/
US /ˌself rɪˈlaɪəns eɪd/

A self-reliance aid is a helpful thing that lets you do things by yourself.

The picture book is a self-reliance aid that helps kids learn to dress themselves.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A guide or manual that teaches people to manage tasks without outside help.

The farm's self-reliance aid explained how to grow vegetables and fix tools alone.

3. A device or feature designed to help someone act independently.

The talking clock is a self-reliance aid for people who cannot see well.

4. Financial or material support given to help a person or group become independent.

The charity offered a self-reliance aid so families could start small businesses.

5. A teaching method that encourages students to solve problems on their own.

Her classroom uses a self-reliance aid that lets children pick their own projects.