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Peer reviewedRoswal, Glenn; And Others – Physical Educator, 1984
The results of an investigation to determine the effect of the Children's Developmental Play Program on behavioral and neuromotor functioning of developmentally disabled children indicates that it serves as a valuable resource to the child, community, and inservice teachers. This study observed risk-taking behaviors, self-concept, and motor skills…
Descriptors: Developmental Disabilities, Elementary Education, Motor Development, Movement Education
Peer reviewedSchneekloth, L. H. – Journal of Visual Impairment and Blindness, 1989
The study compared the motor activities and environmental interactions of sighted and visually impaired children (N=36), ages 7-13. Analysis suggested that some developmental delays in visually impaired children may result from lack of gross motor interactions with the environment. Implications for the design of play environments and personnel…
Descriptors: Developmental Disabilities, Developmental Stages, Educational Facilities Design, Elementary Education
Download full textLeahy, Cynthia; Rarig, Monica; Chambliss, Catherine – 2000
This paper describes and evaluates a gymnastic program for children (ages 4-9) with autism and related developmental disorders. An introductory section reviews the literature on characteristics of children with autism and discusses how traditional education is inadequate for such children. Review of the literature on effective interventions notes…
Descriptors: Adapted Physical Education, Developmental Disabilities, Elementary Education, Gymnastics
