Helping children with disabilities grow through play In Creative Play Activities for Children With Disabilities you will discover 250 games and activities designed to help infants to 8-year-olds with all types of disabilities grow through play. Many activities describe special adaptations for children with physical, visual, or hearing impairments. Developed in conjunction with the Joseph P. Kennedy, Jr. Foundation, these creative play activities will help confidence and self-esteem blossom as young children meet success in activities that are fun. Creative Play Activities for Children With Disabilities is the only book to address both the concerns of parents guiding their children's activities at home and issues faced by educators in program settings. Each chapter focuses on a particular "world," or activity theme. Themes include exploring the world of the senses; active games with rolling, crawling, walking, and more; building and creating; imaginative outdoor fun and water play; music play; and group games and activities. Each activity lists detailed directions, needed equipment, the activity's benefits, and, where possible, adaptations for different disabilities. CONTENTS Chapter 1. Tips for Successful Playtimes
Play for Fun and Learning * Play for Family Unity * Begin by Getting to Know Your Child * Set the Scene for Fun and Learning * Learn to Play With Your Child * Help Brothers and Sisters Join in Play * Try to Support Your Child's Independence * Adapt Play to Your Child's Special Needs * If Your Child Is Deaf or Hearing Impaired * If Your Child Is Blind or Visually Impaired * If Your Child Is Physically Impaired * Remember You're Not Alone Chapter 2. Exploring the World of the Senses
The Blue Family Plays Touch 'n' Tell, Hear 'n' See Games * Rub-a-Dub-Dub Games * How to Make Mobiles and Mobile Fun * Stretch 'n' Reach Games * Fun 'n' Food Games * Shaving Cream * Masterpiece Games * Moving Sounds Games * Hear 'n' See Games * Talking Sounds Games * Body Part Games * Texture Box Games * Hide 'n' Find Games * Flashlight Games * Grab Bag Games * Shake, Rattle, 'n' Roll Games * All Kinds of Sounds Games * Sensory Stimulation for All Ages Chapter 3. Exploring the World of Movement
The Green Family Plays Walk 'n' Roll, Crawl 'n' Stroll, Build 'n' Scoot Games * Rock 'n' Roll Games * Copy Me Games * Climb 'n' Roll Games * Creep 'n' Crawl Trail Games * Eyes 'n' Hands Games * Chalkboard Games * The Circle Game * The Popcorn Game * Roly Poly Games * Carpet Square Trail Games * Follow the Footsteps Games * Let's Play Ball Games * Jump 'n' Hop Games * The Choo-Choo Express Game * How to Make Scooter Boards * Scooter-Mover Games * Match 'n' Adapt Playing Abilities Chapter 4. Exploring the Worlds of Water Play, Outdoors, and Make-Believe
The Gold Family Plays Splash 'n' Twirl, Outside World Games * Water Play Games * Bath 'n' Splash Games * Washing Games * Backyard Water Slide Game * House and Sidewalk Painting Games * Sand Play Games * Rumble Tumble Games * Outdoor Art Activities * Up, Up, and Away Games * Shadow Games * Family Story Time Games * Let's Pretend Games * Box Creation Games * Dramatic Play Games * Nature Creation Activities * Treasure Hunt Games * Detective Walk Games * Discover Other Playtime Resources Chapter 5. Exploring the World of Arts and Crafts
The Violet Family Plays Pound 'n' Paint, Pour 'n' Create Games * How to Make Play Clay and Play Clay Fun * How to Make Finger Paint Fun * How to Make Collages and Collage Fun * Simple 'n' Fun Craft Projects * Simple 'n' Fun Decorations and Toy Creations * How to Make Puppets and Puppet Fun * Show Your Family Art Chapter 6. Exploring the World of Music and Rhythm
The Red Family Plays Rap 'n' Rhyme, Music Time Games * Rhythm and Finger Play Songs and Games * Action Songs and Chants * Creative Movement Music, Songs, and Games * Musical Circle Games * Rhythm and Musical Instrument Games * How to Make Instruments and Instrument Fun * Learning Is Fun Chapter 7. Exploring the World of Group Activities
The Rainbow Bunch Shares the Fun With Everyone * The Hat Game * Shoe Find Game * The Ball Goes 'Round 'n' 'Round Game * The Freeze Game * Express Train Game * Musical Hoops Game * Balance the Beach Ball Game * Beanbag Toss Game * Tunnel Ball Games * Simple Circle Games * Red Light, Green Light Game * Leapfrog Game * The Fishing game * Family Photo Posters Guessing Game * Loop De Loop Game * Lassie Game * Charlie Over the Water Game * Animal Farm Game * Surprise Jar Game * Fashion Parade Games * Name Game * Parachute Games * Balloon Games * Tag Games * Relay Games * Getting Together Resource Section
Associations and Agencies Resource List Organizations Serving Persons With Disabilities and Their Families * Magazines and Newsletters * Books on Play * Books on Play Activities and Games for the Infant, Toddler, and Preschool Child * Books on Arts and Crafts * Books on Music and Creative Movement * Resources for Making and Selecting Toys * Commercial Sources of Toys and Equipment for Play and Recreation * Records ABOUT THE AUTHOR Lisa Rappaport Morris has a master's degree in communication disorders and clinical education from Johns Hopkins University. She was program coordinator for the Let's Play to Grow program of the Joseph P. Kennedy, Jr. Foundation from 1983 to 1987. Her 8 years of experience in hospital and community settings and in early childhood special education provide much of the practical wisdom in Creative Play Activities for Children With Disabilities. Linda Schulz is a consultant on rehabilitation and special education to local and national organizations. She was director of the Let's Play to Grow program from 1983 to 1988 and is a former vice president of the National Organization on Disability. Ms. Schulz has a master's degree in education from Michigan State University and a postgraduate diploma in special education studies from Oxford University. Her experience in special education includes 10 years of researching programs for the disabled in China, Hong Kong, Japan, and the United Kingdom. WORDS OF PRAISE "This book is a valuable resource for parents, therapists and teachers who work with children with varying abilities." Canadian Journal of Occupational Therapy
"An excellent resource . . .useful at home and in the classroom."
Education and Training in Mental Retardation
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