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by Joshua Levy (Author), Elizabeth Hampton (Foreword by)
A practical guide for parents and special educators to help enrich the lives of children with special needs
In The Creative Outlet Method Book of Creativity: At-Home Activities for Children with Special Needs, certified special education educator Joshua Levy delivers practical and effective resources for conducting over 30 enriching theater arts and improvisational activities. The included exercises will allow children with disabilities to demonstrate creativity, increase self-confidence, and build social skills.
Special needs children will benefit from the innovative approaches included in The Creative Outlet Method and experience creative energy from the comfort of home. The book also offers:
- Opportunities for children with special needs to achieve their academic, social, and behavioral goals
- Activities that enrich the lives of special needs students, their parents, and other caregivers
- A 10-step framework to improving the learning outcomes for children with special needs
The Creative Outlet Method Book of Creativity is an indispensable resource for the parents and caregivers of special needs children, special education teachers, administrators, and therapists. It's also a must-read for K-12 general educators looking for ways to better engage with their special needs students.
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Help special needs children boost creativity, increase confidence, and improve social skills
The Creative Outlet Method: At-Home Activities for Children with Special Needs offers readers an effective, hands-on resource to perform over 30 enriching theater arts and improvisational activities that help students combat mental health difficulties. The included exercises allow children with disabilities and special needs to perform creatively, increase self-confidence, and build social skills.
Accomplished special needs educator Joshua Levy explains a simple, 10-step framework to improving learning outcomes for children with disabilities. Concepts like the HIPPP Rules and the A+ Audience Type will help students achieve their academic, social, and behavioral goals in educational and social settings.
An invaluable reference for the parents and caregivers of special needs children, as well as special education teachers, administrators, and therapists, The Creative Outlet Method is a can't-miss book for K-12 educators seeking to improve their ability to engage with students who have disabilities.
"The Creative Outlet Method is an amazing assortment of activities to make group participation (and skill-building!) fun and exciting for all children, including those who need structure and guidance to successfully interact with friends and peers. Step-by-step instructions, lists of needed items, and supplemental materials are included, making it super easy for families and caregivers to create successful performances at home or anywhere!"
--KATHY BRILL, MEd, MPS, Co-Founder of Parent to Parent USA, disability advocate, and consultant
Author Biography
Joshua Levy is Founder and Executive Director of Joshua's Stage and Joshua Levy Educational Consulting. He has taught children with autism, learning disabilities, behavior disorders, emotional disturbances, speech impairments, and other health impairments.
