Dyspraxia 5-11
A Practical Guide
Christine Macintyre
This book takes a very practical view of dyspraxia in children aged 5-11 and considers ways of helping teachers and parents to understand this complex condition.
The author looks at:
- how to identify children who have dyspraxia
- what sort of intervention is necessary and appropriate
- tried and tested strategies and activities to help children
- case studies of children at school and at home
- the social and emotional development of dyspraxic children
- how parents and teachers can interact most effectively to help the child
The book is based on a developmental framework and areas covered include making friends, coping with the curriculum and boasting the child's self-esteem. It will provide advice and guidance on how to ensure that the most effective support is given to the child in school.
Contents: Explaining dyspraxia; Studying dyspraia within a developmental framework; Perceptual-motor development; Intellectual development in the dyspraic child; Social development and making friends; Emotional development; Practical considerations for parents and teachers; Program of activities; Appendices: A movement observation record; Activities to help ball skills; Games and activities to help fine motor skills.
Published 2001, 136 Pages, Paperback
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