Fine Motor Skills in Children with Down Syndrome: A Guide for Parents and Professionals (Topics in Down Syndrome) - Softcover

Bruni, Maryanne

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1890627038 ISBN 13: 9781890627034

Publisher: Woodbine House Inc.,U.S., 1998

Synopsis

The popular book Fine Motor Skills for Children with Down Syndrome is now available in a completely revised third edition. The author is an occupational therapist and parent of an adult with Down syndrome. She describes how the characteristics of Down syndrome can impact the acquisition and progression of fine motor skills. She presents a thorough overview of the building blocks of fine motor development, following the course of development from infancy through to adulthood: Early arm and hand control Stability Bilateral coordination Sensation Dexterity Also covered are the fine motor aspects of important daily living skills for home and school with step-by-step activities to build: Scissor skills Pencil grasp development Pre-printing, printing & cursive writing Keyboard skills Computer and tablet skills Dressing, grooming, and feeding skills With expanded and updated information on fine motor skills and computer and personal electronic device use, keyboarding skills, postural support, sensory processing, and the adult years, readers will have at their fingertips a wealth of information and guidance to support the fine motor development of children and adults.

About this title

Synopsis:

Written for parents, health professionals, and teachers, this is a practical and accessible guide to understanding and developing fine motor skills in children with Down syndrome. The author draws on her expertise as a seasoned occupational therapist and parent to show readers how to help children develop the hand skills required for such tasks as holding pencil, cutting with scissors, or using a computer. Especially valuable is the book's sensitivity to the medical, physical, and psychological characteristics of children with Down Syndrome and how these can affect motor development.

About the Author:

Maryanne Bruni, parent of a daughter with Down syndrome, has practiced occupational therapy in pediatrics for 35 years, and is now volunteer Board President of West Toronto KEYS to Inclusion.

About this edition

• Publisher: Woodbine House Inc.,U.S.
• Publication date: 1998
• ISBN 10: 1890627038
• ISBN 13: 9781890627034
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 191