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Make leisure time fun for all children and adults with autism spectrum disorders.
Leisure time should be a part of the day that all look forward to enjoying. For many, it can cause anxiety and fear.
This book provides comprehensive, structured strategies introducing meaningful leisure time to
ASD children and adults, which they can practice at home, school, and in the community. This book has a wealth of ASD information, including forms and charts that will help to assess sensory needs; select age-appropriate activities and assist in determining the level of interest in specific activities; 48 “Activity Cards” for going to the park, playing games, and many more!
This detailed guide also covers:
The components of leisure development;
Assessing leisure patterns, skills, and preferences;
Activities that require minimal supervision;
Community activities;
Ongoing assessment;
And more!
Price: $29.95
Pages: 288
Publisher: Future Horizons
Imprint: Future Horizons
Publication Date:
13 April 2016
Trim Size: 11.00 X 8.50 in
ISBN: 9781941765036
Format: Paperback
Preface
Contents of This Book
Revisions and Additions in the Second Edition
How to Use This Book
Chapter 1: Leisure and Autism Spectrum Disorder
Importance of Leisure Engagement
Nature of Autism Spectrum Disorder
Three Individuals Featured in this Book
Pattern of Leisure Engagement
Summary
Chapter 2: Components of Leisure Development
The Immediate Component
The Exposure Component
The Training Component
Interrelationship of the Components of Leisure
Development
Summary
Chapter 3: Leisure Assessment
Interviews
Direct Observation
Surveys
Recording Leisure Pattern and Skills
Summary
Chapter 4: The Immediate Component of Leisure Development
Key Elements of the Immediate Component
Meaningful Engagement During Unstructured Time
Sensory Preferences and Special Interests
Untaught Materials and Activities with Minimal
Supervision
Formative Assessment
Summary
Chapter 5: The Exposure Component of Leisure Development
Key Elements of the Exposure Component
Discovery of New Leisure Interests
Guidelines for Activity Selection
Repeated and Supported Exposure to New Activities
Formative Assessment
Summary
Chapter 6: The Training Component of Leisure Development
Key Elements of the Training Component
Leisure Activities and Related Skills Development
Guidelines for Prioritizing Activities
Systematic Training
Formative Assessment
Summary
Appendices: Forms, Charts & Activity Cards
Appendix Contents
Appendix A. Leisure Behavior & Activities Lists
Appendix B. Blank Forms for Assessment
Appendix C. Support and Training Strategies
Appendix D. Activity Cards
References