100 Learning Games for Special Needs with Music, Movement, Sounds and...Silence

Description: FREE SHIPPING UK WIDE 100 Learning Games for Special Needs with Music, Movement, Sounds and...Silence by Johanne Hanko This book provides inspiration and guidance for special education teachers, assistants, parents and carers on how to use lively play ideas to foster learning. Targeting key skills such as listening, self-awareness, movement, creative thinking and relaxation, each game has been developed with the capabilities of children with special needs in mind. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Games and activities are a great way for children with special needs to learn important skills. This book provides inspiration and guidance for special education teachers, teaching assistants, parents and carers on how to use lively and engaging play ideas to foster learning and development.Targeting key skills including listening, self-awareness, movement, creative thinking and relaxation, each game has been developed with the capabilities of children with special needs in mind. The appropriate age group is clearly identified, and possible variations for different abilities are provided. All of the instructions are easy to follow and there are cheerful illustrations throughout. Using music, dance, art, word games and breathing exercises, this book is packed with creative and enjoyable games that make learning fun.This user-friendly activity book will be an ideal resource for use in special education schools, inclusive mainstream classrooms, day-care, residential and respite settings, or at home. Notes 100 great games for teaching key skills to children with special needs. Author Biography Johanne Hanko, Ph.D., has over 20 years of experience as a teacher, trainer and capacity building specialist for children and adults with special needs and has worked in a wide range of countries across North America, South America, Asia and Africa. For over 10 years she was a technical advisor and member of the joint NGO, GO and UN organizations Thematic Working Group on Disability-Related Concerns for the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific. She received a Masters Degree from McGill University, Montreal, Canada and a Ph.D. Cum Laude from Bauhaus University, Weimar, Germany. She specializes in capacity building and training, special education, music and music therapy. She currently resides in La Paz, Bolivia. Table of Contents About the Author. Explanation of Terms. Introduction. Resources Required for Activities. Target Groups. Part I. Developing Listening Skills. 1. The Paper Bag. 2. The Little Dog Lost Its Collar. 3. Youre Getting Warmer. 4. Human Obstacle. 5. The Magic Wand. 6. Loud and Soft. 7. Short and Long. 8. The King and the Thief. 9. Cat and Mouse. 10. Musical Rings. 11. How Many Sounds Do You Hear? 12. Do you Recognize Me? 13. What Time Is It? 14. Its My Move. 15. What Is That Strange Sound? 16. The Right Sequence. 17. The Sound Circle. 18. The Key Sound. 19. Confusing the Singer. 20. Im Going to Catch You. 21. The Musical Dance. 22. Follow the Beat. Part II. Self and Environmental Awareness. 23. I Know My Body. 24. Shadow Dancing. 25. Know Your Instruments. 26. Know Your Musical World. 27. Will You Be My Guide? 28. My Body, the Sound Machine. 29. How Many People Behind Me? 30. What Has Been Changed? 31. It Sounds Like This. 32. I Move Like a(n) ________(animal). 33. A Walk in the Jungle. Part III. Sound and Tone Discrimination. 34. I Know Where It Comes From. 35. Which Instrument Is Missing? 36. Listen to the Clues. 37. Musical Bingo. 38. The Sound Chart. 39. The Secret. 40. High and Low. 41. The Giant and the Boy. 42. Dances of All Colors. 43. Hide and Listen. 44. Im a Conductor. 45. Who Said That? 46. Listening to the School. 47. Battle of the Musical Instruments. 48. Who Does This Item Belong To? 49. I Can Hear You. 50. Follow the Wanderer. 51. What Is That Sound? 52. You Didnt See Me Move! 53. The Telephone. 54. My Name Is. 55. Playing on My Beat. 56. Relaying the Beat. Part IV. Body Movement Control. 57. You Are My String Puppet. 58. Playing a Role. 59. Different Ways. 60. Which One Is Shorter? 61. Reflex Ball. 62. Follow Hands and Feet. 63. The Tightrope Walker. 64. Mirror Dancing. 65. Slow Motion Movies. 66. Silent Dancing. 67. Accentuation. 68. The Rhythmic Ball. 69. Catch It Before It Falls. Part V. Breathing Control. 70. Feather Racing. 71. The Vacuum Race. 72. Rolling Away. 73. The Paper Ball Race. 74. The Spaceship. Part VI. Creative Thinking. 75. Follow the Instructions. 76. I Remember the Singer. 77. Make Your Own Musical Instrument. 78. Story with Sounds/Story of Sounds. 79. Birth of a Butterfly. 80. Contemporary Music or Drawing Music. 81. Drawing a Dance. 82. Dramatic Expression. 83. What Is the Music Saying? 84. Hold Your Rhythm. 85. Show Me Your Mood. 86. I Wont Laugh. 87. Creatures from Another Planet. 88. I Am a Sculptor. 89. The Alphabet. 90. Create a Music Video. Part VII. Relaxation. 91. Tin Soldier/Rag Doll. 92. Kaboom! 93. Ghosts. 94. Cooking Spaghetti. 95. Sizzling Bacon. 96. The Gingerbread Cookies. 97. The Bomb. 98. The Flying Handkerchief. 99. The Very Little Engine. 100. Scarf Dancing. Review All games within the book have lead-in information regarding age suitability, materials required and learning objectives, as well as groups for which the game has not been designed. Instructions to play are clear and concise with some including instructions on how to vary the game for specific groups or purposes as well as extra notes for clarity. -- SNIP Promotional Games and activities to engage in play and foster learning and development Long Description Games and activities are a great way for children with special needs to learn important skills. This book provides inspiration and guidance for special education teachers, teaching assistants, parents and carers on how to use lively and engaging play ideas to foster learning and development. Targeting key skills including listening, self-awareness, movement, creative thinking and relaxation, each game has been developed with the capabilities of children with special needs in mind. The appropriate age group is clearly identified, and possible variations for different abilities are provided. All of the instructions are easy to follow and there are cheerful illustrations throughout. Using music, dance, art, word games and breathing exercises, this book is packed with creative and enjoyable games that make learning fun.This user-friendly activity book will be an ideal resource for use in special education schools, inclusive mainstream classrooms, day-care, residential and respite settings, or at home. Review Text All games within the book have lead-in information regarding age suitability, materials required and learning objectives, as well as groups for which the game has not been designed. Instructions to play are clear and concise with some including instructions on how to vary the game for specific groups or purposes as well as extra notes for clarity. Review Quote All games within the book have lead-in information regarding age suitability, materials required and learning objectives, as well as groups for which the game has not been designed. Instructions to play are clear and concise with some including instructions on how to vary the game for specific groups or purposes as well as extra notes for clarity. Promotional "Headline" Games and activities to engage in play and foster learning and development Description for Reader Games and activities are a great way for children with special needs to learn important skills. This book provides inspiration and guidance for special education teachers, teaching assistants, parents and carers on how to use lively and engaging play ideas to foster learning and development. Targeting key skills including listening, self-awareness, movement, creative thinking and relaxation, each game has been developed with the capabilities of children with special needs in mind. The appropriate age group is clearly identified, and possible variations for different abilities are provided. All of the instructions are easy to follow and there are cheerful illustrations throughout. Using music, dance, art, word games and breathing exercises, this book is packed with creative and enjoyable games that make learning fun. This user-friendly activity book will be an ideal resource for use in special education schools, inclusive mainstream classrooms, day-care, residential and respite settings, or at home. Description for Sales People 100 great games for teaching key skills to children with special needs Details ISBN1849052476 Author Johanne Hanko Pages 128 Publisher Jessica Kingsley Publishers Year 2011 ISBN-10 1849052476 ISBN-13 9781849052474 Format Paperback Publication Date 2011-09-15 Imprint Jessica Kingsley Publishers Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Media Book DEWEY 371.904337 Short Title 100 LEARNING GAMES FOR SPECIAL Language English Illustrations 120 black and white UK Release Date 2011-09-15 NZ Release Date 2011-09-15 Audience Professional & Vocational AU Release Date 2011-09-14 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! 30 DAY RETURN POLICY No questions asked, 30 day returns! FREE DELIVERY No matter where you are in the UK, delivery is free. 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