Improvised Theatre and the Autism Spectrum: A Practical Guide to Teaching Social Connection and Communication Skills

Author(s) : Gary Kramer, Author(s) : Richie Ploesch

Improvised Theatre and the Autism Spectrum: A Practical Guide to Teaching Social Connection and Communication Skills

Book Details

  • Publisher : Routledge
  • Published : 2021
  • Cover : Paperback
  • Pages : 246
  • Category :
    Autism and Aspergers
  • Catalogue No : 95976
  • ISBN 13 : 9781032075501
  • ISBN 10 : 1032075503

Reviews and Endorsements

"A groundbreaking work for the fields of special education, approaches for working with those on the spectrum, and others dealing with particular mental health challenges." - Don Waisanen, PhD, author, Improv for Democracy.

"The approach described by the authors is quite innovative, both to watch it in action and to read about...Well planned and organized." -
Inna Fishman, PhD, associate clinical director, SDSU Brain Development Imaging Laboratories.

"Combining the art of improvisation along with science-based methodologies, Gary Kramer and Richie Ploesch have created a powerful, unique, and easy-to-use tool for educators and therapists. This transformative curriculum provides a fun and engaging way for neurodiverse individuals to cultivate social connections and is founded in a strengths-based approach to learning. Add this tool to your therapeutic toolbox and watch your students and clients grow in confidence and connectedness." - Sue Faber-Pew, MA, Speech-Language Pathologist, San Diego Unified School District.

"The world is a better place because Mr. Kramer & Mr. Ploesch have written this book. They have provided us a way to enjoy the valuable and creative human capital of those of us with social skill challenges. Hilarity, poignancy, and health benefits are just bonuses to this awesome truth. Hurry up and play." - Les McGehee, author, Plays Well with Others.

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