Product Description

Parents of young children on the autism spectrum are often at a loss for ideas about how best to help their child. Playing, Laughing and Learning with Children on the Autism Spectrum shows how to break down activities into manageable stages and looks at ways to gain a child's attention. Case studies illustrate how obsession and ritual can be redirected positively and how to build on small achievements. Each chapter centers on a theme: music, art, reading, physical activities, puzzles, playing outdoors and turn taking and can be used for toddlers and older children who struggle with play.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #11611 in Books
• Published on: 2002-06
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 176 pages

Book Info
(Jessica Kingsley) Text includes a collection of play ideas and shows how to break down activities into manageable stages. Looks at ways to gain a child's attention and motivation and to build on small achievements. Case studies and chapters on reading and making the most of television are included. Softcover.

About the Author
Julia Moor has worked with adults with learning disabilities both as a carer and facilitator running group art sessions in residential homes. Her son Robin, diagnosed autistic at two, is now five years old and functioning well in mainstream education.

Customer Reviews

great book
I thought that this was a great book. it really focuses on younger children, most other books that I have read are geared towards older kids. There were a lot of practical ideas and simple things that you could do with your child.

Excellent reference
I found this book to be a great resource. It's a very gentle, child-centered way to promote interactive play with children on the spectrum. The examples are creative and easy to follow and most of the materials you can make yourself. Highly recommended!

A great resource!
Great resource with lots of practical and usable ideas. I would highly recommend for young children on the spectrum.