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Peer Play and the Autism Spectrum

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This is a comprehensive, user-friendly field manual for people seeking to address the unique and complex challenges children with ASD experience in peer relations and play. It is a practical guide that offers an introduction to the basic principles, tools and techniques that comprise the Integrated Play Groups model (IPG). These groups are designed to support children of all ages and abilities on the autism spectrum in their play experiences with typical peers or siblings. Emphasis is on maximizing childrens developmental potential while teaching peer groups to be more inclusive and responsive to children who relate and play in different ways. There are detailed chapters on the nature of play and autism, initiating and forming integrated playgroups, team planning, designating roles, assessment, monitoring play and social-communication guidance. Filled with forms and checklists to help facilitate implementation, this is an invaluable tool that offers practical guidelines for developing social and imaginative play in young learners.

Soft Cover, 264 pages, by Pamela J. Wolfberg

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Peer Play and the Autism Spectrum

By Customer In: dasmarinas cavite, NY
Date Posted: Apr 21, 2010 at 12:58 AM

An autistic child i believe can be best friend of normal child. It will help them to develop the role of responsibilities and awareness of taking care and communication skills.