TY - BOOK AU - Kurtz, Lisa A TI - Simple low-cost games and activities for sensorimotor learning : : a sourcebook of ideas for young children including those with autism, ADHD, sensory processing disorder and other learning differences SN - 9781849059770 PY - 2014/// CY - London PB - Jessica Kingsley Publishers KW - AUTISM KW - ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER (ADHD) KW - SENSORY DISORDERS KW - LEARNING DIFFICULTIES KW - CHILD DEVELOPMENT KW - PLAY KW - MOTOR SKILLS KW - SENSORY SKILLS KW - VISUAL SKILLS KW - CHILDREN N1 - Donated to the Library by The Freemasons Charity; Preface 1. Introduction - The Importance of Play 2. Promoting Gross Motor Skills 3. Promoting Fine Motor Skills 4. Promoting Visual Skills 5. Promoting Sensory Skills Appendices; Copyright Permission: Yes N2 - "This practical sourcebook is packed full of fun, low-cost games and activities that encourage the development of motor skills, coordination and sensory tolerance in young children. Using materials that are readily-available in most households or that can be purchased or homemade at a very low cost, these games and activities are appropriate for all children, including those with autism, ADHD, Sensory Processing Disorder, and other learning challenges. The book includes clear descriptions of how to carry out each activity, helpful illustrations, and ways to adapt activities according to the child's individual needs. In addition, a comprehensive reference guide to the activities enables easy searching for games suited to the development of particular skills. This sourcebook is the key to easy-to-understand, low-cost, and effective games and activities that will support the development of sensorimotor skills. It is a useful tool for parents, carers, therapists, and teachers of children with or without special needs." -PUBLISHER'S WEBSITE ER -