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    Loose parts for children with diverse abilities / Miriam Beloglovsky.

    • Title:Loose parts for children with diverse abilities / Miriam Beloglovsky.
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    • Author/Creator:Beloglovsky, Miriam, author.
    • Published/Created:St. Paul, MN : Redleaf Press, 2022.
      ©2022
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    • Library of Congress Subjects:Play.
      Early childhood education--Activity programs.
      Children with disabilities--Education (Early childhood)
      Creative activities and seat work.
      Inclusive education.
    • Medical Subjects: Play and Playthings.
      Mainstreaming, Education.
    • Edition:First edition.
    • Description:x, 276 pages : color illustrations ; 28 cm
    • Summary:"Award-winning author and educator Miriam Beloglovsky advocates for play for play sake and invites early childhood educators and families to see children with diverse abilities' strengths, recognize them as capable, competent and creative, and listen to their powerful voices. This book addresses the importance of play while providing appropriate accommodation to support young children with diverse abilities"-- Provided by publisher.
    • Notes:Includes bibliographical references.
    • ISBN:9781605547077 paperback
      1605547077 paperback
      9781605547084 electronic book
    • Contents:Machine generated contents note: ch. 1 Importance of Inclusive Ecosystems and Loose Parts
      Language of Loose Parts
      Loose Parts to Inspire Adults to Be Joyful and Creative
      Loose Parts Play for Children with Diverse Abilities
      Educator's Role in Observing, Reflecting, and Supporting Play
      Designing Ecosystems That Create a Sense of Belonging
      Designing Ecosystems That Promote Empathy and Compassion
      Designing Ecosystems That Support Identity
      Designing Ecosystems That Build Community
      Designing Equitable, Equal, and Inclusive Ecosystems
      Study of Play in Children with Diverse Abilities
      Moving beyond the Label
      How This Book Is Organized
      ch. 2 Engaging the Senses
      Sight and Vision
      Hearing
      Touch
      ch. 3 Engaging the Body
      Movement, the Body, and Learning
      Motor Development
      Proprioceptive and Vestibular Systems
      Body Strength and Stability
      ch. 4 Engaging the Brain
      Core Cognitive Skills
      Motivation and Engagement
      Importance of Critical Thinking
      Wonder and Curiosity
      ch. 5 Engaging Identity, Agency, and Relationships
      Identity
      Developing a Sense of Agency
      Sense of Efficacy and Mastery
      Building Resilience and Protective Factors
      Sense of Belonging
      Emotions, Communication, and Collaboration
      ch. 6 Engaging Creativity
      Visual Arts
      An Expression of Hope
      Importance of Storytelling
      Play and Creativity
      ch. 7 Supporting the Whole Child
      Therapeutic Opportunities in the Environment
      Building Relationships with Families
      Anti-Ableist Education
      ch. 8 Acknowledging Funds of Knowledge
      Engaging Families' Funds of Knowledge
      Engaging Children's Funds of Knowledge
      Funds of Knowledge from Advisory Members
      Checklist of Considerations for Loose Parts for Children with Diverse Abilities.
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