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Music for Special Kids: Musical Activities, Songs, Instruments and Resou

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  • ISBN-13: 9781849058582
  • Publisher: JESSICA KINGSLEY PUBLISHERS
    Imprint: JESSICA KINGSLEY PUBLISHERS
  • By Pamela Ott
  • Price: AUD $40.99
  • Stock: 0 in stock
  • Availability: This book is temporarily out of stock, order will be despatched as soon as fresh stock is received.
  • Local release date: 14/05/2011
  • Format: Paperback (242.00mm X 173.00mm) 192 pages Weight: 358g
  • Categories: Creative therapy (eg art, music, drama) [MQTC]
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Music is a powerful means of engaging children with developmental disabilities such as Autism Spectrum Disorders, Down's Syndrome and Cerebral Palsy. Pamela Ott's 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 book will have everybody singing, tapping and playing along! The book 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. With 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, this book has a great song for every situation!This book of toe-tapping music activities is a must-have for parents, teachers, caregivers, music therapists and anybody else working with children with developmental disabilities.
1. Singing.; 2. Song Games.; 3. Instruments.; 4. Creating Your Own Rhythm Bag.; 5. Instrument Games.; 6. Rhythm Activities.; 7. Increasing Self Esteem through Music.; 8. Using Music to Identify Feelings and Emotions.; 9. Moving to Music.; 10. Learning Musical Concepts.; 11. Quiet Time Activities.; 12. Sheet Music.
Music is a powerful tool, with great potential for reaching kids with developmental disorders from Autism to Down Syndrome - and this music activity book shows teachers and parents how music can be used to enhance the lives of kids with special needs. Activities, song ideas, and tips offer games and exercises for all levels of ability and include rhythm worksheets and more. Any working with such kids will find this a treasure trove of ideas from learning the musical alphabet on the autoharp to increasing listening and coordination skills.
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