Cabins, Canoes And Campfires: Guidelines for Establishing a Camp for Children With Autism Spectrum Disorders - Softcover

Hudson, Jill

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1931282773 ISBN 13: 9781931282772

Publisher: Aapc Inc, 2005

Synopsis

Many children with autism spectrum disorders are not able to thrive in a typical summer camp due to their unique sensory and behavioral needs. Yet, like all other kids, most love the camp experience. To help make this dream become a reality, the author presents step-by-step how to put on a camp that takes into consideration the special needs of children on the autism spectrum. Throughout the focus remains on the adjustments that need to be made to accommodate children on the autism spectrum during the camp experience.

About this title

From the Inside Flap:

Many children with autism spectrum disorders are not able to thrive in a typical summer camp due to their unique sensory and behavioral needs. Yet, like all other kids they love the camp experience. This book presents in clear and detailed terms what it takes to put on a camp that takes into consider-ation the special needs of children on the autism spectrum.

About the Author:

JILL HUDSON, M.S., CCLS, is a certified child life specialist trained at Johns Hopkins Hospital and with a graduate degree in autism and Asperger Syndrome from the University of Kansas. She has worked with children of all ages and with a variety of diagnoses and disabilities. In addition, she has participated in many camp programs as a participant, facilitator and administrator.

About this edition

• Publisher: Aapc Inc
• Publication date: 2005
• ISBN 10: 1931282773
• ISBN 13: 9781931282772
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 88