Play

In this episode, let’s talk about the different styles of play that can help children with autism to learn, improve and practice new skills and abilities for everyday life. References: Gena, A., Papadopoulou, E., Loukrezi, S., & Galanis, P. (2007). The play of children with autism: Theory, assessment and research on treatment. In L.B. Zhao (Ed.), Autism research advances (pp. 1-40). New York: Nova Science. Grant, R., & Turner-Bumberry, T. (2021). AutPlay therapy social skills groups: A 10-session model. Abingdon, UK: Routledge. Hampshire, P., & Hourcade, J. (2014). Teaching play skills to children with autism using visually structured tasks. Teaching Exceptional Children, 46(3), 26-31. doi: 10.1177/004005991404600303. Jarrold, C. (2003). A Review of Research into Pretend Play in Autism. Sage Journals, 1(1), 1-13. https://doi.org/10.1177/1362361303007004004 Jung, S., & Sainato, D.M. (2015). Teaching games to young children with autism spectrum disorder using special interests and video modelling. Journal of Intellectual & Developmental Disability, 40(2), 198. doi: http://dx.doi.org/10.3109/13668250.2015.1027674. Kok, A.J., Kong, T.Y., & Bernard-Opitz, V. (2002). A comparison of the effects of structured play and facilitated play approaches on preschoolers with autism. Autism, 6(2), 181-196. doi: 10.1177/1362361302006002005. Rogers, S. J., Cook, I., & Meryl, A. (2005). Imitation and Play in Autism. In F. R. Volkmar, R. Paul, A. Klin, & D. Cohen (Eds.), Handbook of autism and pervasive developmental disorders: Diagnosis, development, neurobiology, and behavior, 382–405. John Wiley & Sons Inc. Stahmer, A.C., Ingersoll, B., & Carter, C. (2003). Behavioral approaches to promoting play. Autism, 7(4), 401-413. doi: 10.1177/1362361303007004006. Links: Interactive Play Ideas for Children with Autism Video Playing with Toys Real Look Autism Video Structured Play Movement and Play A Parent’s Guide – Teaching Playskills Preschool Activities for Children with Autism Learning to Play, Playing to Learn For more information, head over to Aspect Australia - www.autismspectrum.org.au. Disclaimer: I'm not a professional, just a student with a passion for autism.