Teaching Play to Children with Autism - Practical Interventions using Identiplay (Paperback, 2nd Revised edition)

The Identiplay intervention helps children on the autistic spectrum, and those with specific communication disorders, learn to play. Through the use of play scripts the approach promotes the development of social skills, understanding, imagination and exploration. By learning these skills the young person can enjoy reciprocal play with an adult or peer. Supported by case studies the theory behind the approach is fully outlined and scripts are provided for instant use in a number of settings.

The new edition of this popular book includes:

- More on developing your own scripts

- How to assess the child's current play skills

- The adult's role in play

-The use of visual/verbal support

-New case studies

-New scripts

-Advice on taking learning outdoors

-Links to resources and useful websites

A supporting CD ROM contains video clips of the intervention in practice, printable scripts and a PowerPoint presentation to facilitate professional training making this a vital resource for anyone working with young children on the autistic spectrum or with communication difficulties.

General

Imprint:	Sage Publications Ltd
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Series:	Lucky Duck Books
Release date:	April 2012
First published:	May 2012
Authors:	Nicky Phillips • Liz Beavan
Dimensions:	242 x 170 x 9mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback •  CD
Pages:	118
Edition:	2nd Revised edition
ISBN-13:	978-1-4462-0766-6
Categories:	Books > Social sciences > Education > Teaching of specific groups > Teaching of those with special educational needs > Teaching of learning disabled persons
LSN:	1-4462-0766-8
Barcode:	9781446207666

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