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Direct linkSidhu, Jeevita; Barlas, Natasha; Lifter, Karin – Topics in Early Childhood Special Education, 2022
The term "functional play" is used widely and variably in serving young children who have developmental delays, affecting its use in research and practice. It also is confused with play as a functional goal. We reviewed studies that used the term. Of 146 reports, less than half included a definition. We organized those with definitions…
Descriptors: Play, Developmental Delays, Toys, Psychomotor Skills
Sylvia Collazo – ProQuest LLC, 2021
Research suggests spending time outdoors and with natural materials can benefit all young children across different areas of development. However, children with developmental disabilities often have fewer opportunities to engage with nature as a result of the limited understanding and negative views about nature expressed by their caregivers and…
Descriptors: Faculty Development, Teaching Methods, Environmental Education, Outdoor Education
Gehris, Jeffrey S.; Simpson, Amelia Chloe; Baert, Helena; Robinson, Leah E.; MacDonald, Megan; Clements, Rhonda; Logan, Sam; Schneider, Sharon – Journal of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance, 2018
Research has shown that children's levels of physical activity are set at an all-time low, which can lead to health problems such as obesity and diabetes. So, what can parents do to ensure that their child gets enough physical activity each day? This booklet answers that question and explains why the key to helping a child be more physically…
Descriptors: Physical Activity Level, Parent Role, Skill Development, Psychomotor Skills
Download full textDependents Schools (DOD), Washington, DC. – 1982
Intended for use by administrators, regular education teachers, and teachers of the preschool exceptional child, this document includes guidelines for providing an individual education program for preschool handicapped children. Chapter I provides an introductory overview of the document's purpose, defines terms used throughout the document,…
Descriptors: Child Development, Class Organization, Developmental Disabilities, Educational Diagnosis
de la Brosse, Beatrice – 1988
Practical information and sample teaching activities for child caregivers who work with young developmentally disabled children in family day care settings are provided in this manual. Each chapter shares a typical experience a caregiver may have with a particular child. Chapter 1 focuses on getting to know a new child, initial expectations, and…
Descriptors: Child Caregivers, Child Development, Developmental Disabilities, Developmental Stages
de la Brosse, Beatrice – 1988
Practical information and sample teaching activities for child caregivers who work with young developmentally disabled children in family day care settings are provided in this manual. Each chapter shares a typical experience a caregiver may have with a particular child. Chapter 1 focuses on getting to know a new child, initial expectations, and…
Descriptors: Child Caregivers, Child Development, Developmental Disabilities, Developmental Stages
