Perfect for time-poor teachers, Kathy Hoopmann's essential handbook is an easy-to-navigate resource that promotes a positive learning environment in which students with Asperger syndrome (ASD) can thrive. Kathy's unique ability to explain the ASD mind-set shines through as her concise descriptions reveal how to recognise and develop the child's…

Aesthetic creativity is explained to emphasize sensory content and a nonverbal mode of cognition. Examples are given in which aesthetic creativity is emphasized through productive and receptive activities. (CL)

English as a Second Language (ESL) teachers can help disabled learners through observation and awareness efforts (such as sharing their knowledge of cross-cultural differences with special education resource staff), sensory activities (evolving a multisensory approach), and translating one sensory experience in terms of another. (CL)

Notes that early infancy, rather than being a period of helplessness, is a period of active exploration and reciprocal interaction with caregivers. Includes activities caregivers can engage in with infants to stimulate infant sensory abilities. (HTH)

The booklet explores the role of sensory experiences in the severely developmentally disabled child. Developmental theory is addressed, followed by specific activity suggestions (broken down into developmental levels) for developing tactile sense, auditory sense, gustatory (taste) sense, olfactory sense, visual sense, and kinesthetic sense.…

Presents a set of guidelines for selecting hardware to promote students' sensory, cognitive, emotional, and social development. (MP)

An outdoor meditation area can support campers' and guests' spiritual growth through a peaceful sensory experience. The bench, alcove, or place of worship should have a focus. Other suggested elements include a bridging pathway; photogenic view; soothing sounds and smells; inspirational plaques, inscriptions, or prayers; recognition of donors; and…

The paper addresses the assessment of sensorimotor and communication skills in profoundly/multiply handicapped children. The problems inherent in assessing this population are described, including lack of validity of developmental norms established on children with intact sensory systems. Factors affecting sensory organization are reviewed,…

This booklet offers learning activities for children with disabilities grouped into art activities, activities that encourage interaction, and activities that encourage movement. The activities emphasize touch, smell, sight, and hearing to allow children to utilize their strongest senses. Each activity is presented with possible goals, materials,…

Discusses the importance of sand and water play for young children. Provides a partial list of materials and equipment used to provide sensory experiences at sand and water tables. Offers a buying guide listing manufacturers of sand and water tables, product descriptions, and ordering information. (DR)

Recommends play activities in which children look, listen, taste, smell, and touch. Includes appropriate ages for activities and gives directions for several games, including peek and seek, water play, bean bags, and hot potato. (DLH)

The paper addresses the secondary learning problems that accompany various types of cerebral palsy. Three major types of cerebral palsy are reviewed: spastic, athetoid, and ataxic. Among associated disabilities noted are disorders with the primitive reflexes (such as the moro and asymmetric tonic neck reflexes). Sensory impairments associated with…

The booklet discusses designing barrier free nature areas to allow accessibility for handicapped persons. Among the aspects covered are site accessibility (including parking, loading and unloading areas, and directional information); walkways (including gradients, ramps, stops and curbs, width, surface material, and mechanical guides); rest areas…

Written by parents and intended for fellow parents of severely/multiply handicapped children, the booklet describes a series of awareness activities to enhance children's sensory experiences. Each section includes a brief rationale, background information, and a list of suggested activities for developing the senses of touch, taste, smell,…

Notes factors for determining feasibility of field trips: age of children, value, uniqueness, children's interests, safety, distance, cost, and responsibility. Presents guidelines for organizing field trips including rules, supplies, and parent notification. Includes suggestions for traditional and alternative trips such as backyard field trips.…