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Peer reviewedJordan, Rita – Autism: The International Journal of Research and Practice, 2003
This article considers the nature of social play deficits in autistic spectrum disorders (ASDs). It discusses how initial social difficulties of children with ASDs prevent the development of social interaction, and cognitive and affective difficulties prevent play from developing to the extent of attracting other children. Teaching strategies are…
Descriptors: Autism, Early Childhood Education, Elementary Secondary Education, Emotional Development
