Autism, Therapy, and Fun: OT to the Rescue

By Christina Bell and Angela Baker

Autism, Therapy and Fun; OT to the Rescue is a collection of engaging activities that are versatile enough for use with individuals or groups of mixed ages and abilities. It is intended for children with adaptive functioning levels in the two- to five-year-old range. The activities were developed to enhance skills that often challenge children with autism and other special needs including fine motor, visual processing, body awareness/motor planning, sensory processing, self-help, and cognitive skills. Children aged 2 through 17 years with autism, ADHD, sensory processing disorders, feeding concerns, Down syndrome, and speech-language delay have successfully participated in these activities.Each activity in Autism, Therapy and Fun; OT to the Rescue includes a Leader Guide, a Parent Information Handout, and supplemental materials, when appropriate. The Leader Guide provides a list of materials needed, detailed instructions, and helpful hints. The Parent Information Handout explains the rationale, process, and skills emphasized, helping parents be informed members of the team. Supplemental materials such as templates, diagrams, and pictures are also included. Play is the work of children. Through play, children learn about themselves and the world around them. Dr. A. Jean Ayres, sensory integration pioneer researcher

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432751077
• ISBN13: 9781432751074
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Outskirts Press
• Length: 84 Pages
• Weight: 0.81 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 8.3" x 11.0"