How to use this book. Introduction. 1. Singing. 2. Song Games. 3. Playing Instruments. 4. Creating Your Own Rhythm Bag. 5. Instrument Games. 6. Rhythm Activities. 7. Using Music to Identify Feelings and Emotions. 8. Moving to Music. 9. Learning Musical Concepts. 10. Quiet Time Activities. Sheet Music.
Tips, activities and songs for using music to engage with children with special needs for fun and development
Pamela Ott has over 20 years of experience using Music Therapy in the treatment of individuals with developmental disabilities, including working as the Director of Music Therapy at the UCP of Southern Arizona. She has released nine albums of music for use with children with special needs, and she writes a popular blog at www.musicforspecialkids.com. She resides in Flagstaff, Arizona.
The education value to this book is clear... The activities are
clearly described, with objectives, material etc. clearly listed,
and hint on how to develop and adapt them... The activities
themselves do have an educational value for young children with
mild or moderate learning disabilities, and would be a useful
resource for teachers or music group leaders.
*Approaches: Music Therapy & Special Music Education*
This excellent resource is full of practical ideas for anyone
working with children and offers good value for money. The author
aims to develop a child's self-esteem, confidence, motor skills and
communication through musical tasks.
There is a wide range of topics such as song games, using music to
identify feelings and emotions, and quiet time activities. Many can
be used by parents and professionals regardless of musical
ability.
The book clearly sets out the aims of the activity, lists the
materials needed and explains what to do through easy to follow,
well defined steps.
*Speech & Language Therapy in Practice*
The book does exactly what is says on the cover 'Musical
activities, songs, instruments and resources with children' The
book is packed with ideas of how to use music with any child, but
also focussing on children with Special Needs, especially children
with Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Although the author is an
experienced music therapist you don't have to be musical to use
it... This book was an enjoyable read. It could be very useful for
teachers, parents and therapists promoting music with children. It
would also be a valuable resource for professionals working with
developmental disabilities such as Autism, Cerebral Palsy and Down
Syndrome.
*British Association of Play Therapists*
This comprehensive, practical resource is packed with ideas and fun
activities to enhance children's enjoyment of music. Written by
Pamela Ott, Director of Music Therapy for children with
developmental disabilities at the UCP of Southern Arizona, this
book will be useful tool for all parents and teachers, helping to
engage children through songs and musical instruments, whether the
children have developmental disabilities or not.
*Montessori International Magazine*
Music is a powerful tool, with great potential for reaching kids
with developmental disorders from Autism to Down Syndrome - and
this music activity book shows teachers and parents how music can
be used to enhance the lives of kids with special needs.
Activities, song ideas, and tips offer games and exercises for all
levels of ability and include rhythm worksheets and more. Any
working with such kids will find this a treasure trove of ideas
from learning the musical alphabet on the autoharp to increasing
listening and coordination skills.
*The Midwest Book Review*
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