1st Edition
by Marianne Sollok Nordenhof (Author), Lone Gammeltoft (Author)
Autism, Play and Social
Interaction is a fully illustrated guide that explains how to help
children with autism spectrum disorders engage in interactive play,
which is vital for the acquisition of social skills and attention to
shared activities.
The authors explain how to set up suitably
structured play environments, games schedules and play routines, and how
to use visual aids and other props to facilitate co-operative play and
interaction. Common children's games have been adapted to accommodate
children with autism spectrum disorders and range from simple
interaction, such as 'putting-in' and 'give and take', to more complex
games like 'hide and seek', 'sound-lotto' and 'spin the bottle', as well
as games that teach social behaviour, such as exchanging toys and
engaging with other children for play opportunities.
This is a
practical and accessible book for parents and teachers of children with
autism spectrum disorders, as well as professionals working with these
children.
