Pathways to Play - Softcover

Fuge, Glenda; Berry, Rebecca

 
9781931282550: Pathways to Play

Synopsis

This book presents a series of ready-to-go theme-based activities to address children's sensory issues. With fun and motivating titles such as "Flying Trapeze!", "Let's Go Fishing!" and "Dinosaur Island", the 40 carefully designed activities make it easy for professionals and parents alike to provide structured peer play activities with a sensory-motor foundation. "Pathways to Play!" has the potential to enhance the development and lifelong happiness of children with sensory-integration challenges.

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About the Author

Glenda Fuge, MS, OTR/L, has worked as a staff therapist for Oakland Public Schools, coordinator of Pediatric Rehabilitation at Peninsula Hospital in Burlingame, California, and occupational therapy faculty at San Jose State University. She is also co-founder of Developmental Pathways for Kids, a private practice in Redwood City, California, where she specialized in sensory integration treatment and integrated play groups for children with autism spectrum disorders, learning disabilities, behavioral dysfunction, and other self-regulation problems. While serving on the Commission on Disabilities for San Mateo County, she co-wrote a FEMA grant to develop a comprehensive disabilities training program for firefighters and paramedics. She also co-authored Pathways to Play! Glenda has presented throughout the United States.

Rebecca Berry, M.S., PT, has been an active pediatric physical therapist since 1985, most recently as co-founder of Developmental Pathways for Kids, a pediatric therapy group in Redwood City, California. She received her master's degree in physical therapy from the University of Southern California. For over 16 years, she has provided evaluation and treatment for infants and children with mild to severe developmental delays. In addition to direct patient services, Rebecca has served as a coordinator of a multidisciplinary pediatric team at a major hospital and provided consultative service to schools. She has presented workshops for professionals throughout the United States.

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