The innovative outdoor approach of Forest School offers specific benefits to students with autism, including increased social skills, enhanced self-esteem, and improved sensory functioning. This guide raises awareness about autism among educators, providing practical and easy tips for adapting Forest School activities for individuals with autism. For those from a traditional Forest School background, the author offers an introduction to autism and demonstrates what Forest School can offer to individuals with autism - both children and adults - with firsthand testimonials highlighting its success within this group. The guide provides advice on social and sensory benefits, offers practical safety and organizational tips for running a Forest School, and finally presents specific activities that can be incorporated into educators' routines.
Manufacturer
- Author
- Michael James
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Type
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Language
- English
- Cover
- Soft
- Number of Pages
- 208
- Release Date
- -
- Publication Date
- 2018
- Dimensions
- 17x24 cm
- Award
- -
- ISBN-13
- 9781785922916
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