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Music for special kids [electronic resource] :musical activities, songs, instruments and resources / Pamela Ott.

By: Ott, Pamela.
Contributor(s): ProQuest (Firm).
Publisher: London : Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 2011Description: 192 p. : music.Subject(s): DISABILITY | CHILDREN | EDUCATION | MUSIC | MUSICAL ACTIVITIES | MUSIC THERAPYGenre/Form: Electronic books.Online resources: Read this eBook
Contents:
How to use this book Introduction 1. Singing 2. Song Games 3. Playing Instruments 4. Creating Your Own Rhythm Bag 5. Instrument Games 6. Rhythm Activities 7. Using Music to Identify Feelings and Emotions 8. Moving to Music 9. Learning Musical Concepts 10. Quiet Time Activities Sheet Music.
Summary: "Music is a powerful means of engaging children with developmental disabilities such as Autism Spectrum Disorders, Down's Syndrome and Cerebral Palsy. This lively music activity book shows how music can be an effective and enjoyable way to enhance the education and development of children with special needs. Packed with inspiring tips, activities and song ideas, this practical resource will have everybody singing, clapping and playing along! It explains simple and fun ways of using songs, instruments and musical games to connect with children of all levels of ability, and includes helpful rhythm worksheets and sheet music. There is a wide range of suggestions for songs and activities that encourage communication, increase self-esteem, stimulate fine and gross motor skills and motor coordination, and promote relaxation." - BOOK JACKET Explains simple and fun ways of using songs, instruments and musical games to connect with children of all levels of ability and includes rhythm worksheets and sheet music. There is a wide range of suggestions for songs and activities that encourage communication, increase self-esteem, stimulate fine and gross motor skills and motor coordination and promote relaxation.
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How to use this book
Introduction
1. Singing
2. Song Games
3. Playing Instruments
4. Creating Your Own Rhythm Bag
5. Instrument Games
6. Rhythm Activities
7. Using Music to Identify Feelings and Emotions
8. Moving to Music
9. Learning Musical Concepts
10. Quiet Time Activities
Sheet Music.

"Music is a powerful means of engaging children with developmental disabilities such as Autism Spectrum Disorders, Down's Syndrome and Cerebral Palsy. This lively music activity book shows how music can be an effective and enjoyable way to enhance the education and development of children with special needs. Packed with inspiring tips, activities and song ideas, this practical resource will have everybody singing, clapping and playing along! It explains simple and fun ways of using songs, instruments and musical games to connect with children of all levels of ability, and includes helpful rhythm worksheets and sheet music. There is a wide range of suggestions for songs and activities that encourage communication, increase self-esteem, stimulate fine and gross motor skills and motor coordination, and promote relaxation." - BOOK JACKET

Explains simple and fun ways of using songs, instruments and musical games to connect with children of all levels of ability and includes rhythm worksheets and sheet music. There is a wide range of suggestions for songs and activities that encourage communication, increase self-esteem, stimulate fine and gross motor skills and motor coordination and promote relaxation.

Electronic reproduction. Ann Arbor, MI : ProQuest, 2015. Available via World Wide Web. Access may be limited to ProQuest affiliated libraries.

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