1 online resource (192 pages) : illustrations, music
Contents
Singing -- Song games -- Playing instruments -- Creating your own rhythm bag -- Instrument games -- Rhythm activities -- Using music to identify feelings and emotions -- Moving to music -- Learning musical concepts -- Quiet time activities -- Sheet music
Summary
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
