Discussion of transition planning in the area of physical activity and recreation/leisure for students with disabilities considers notes the increased opportunities of students transitioning into community-based programs and offers two case studies. Emphasis is on exposing students to a variety of activities at a young age and integration into…

Presented is a listing of approximately 125 recreational and physical education programs or services serving the mentally retarded population in Indiana. Programs are listed alphabetically by county, and usually included are agency name, activities provided, and a contact name and address. A summary chart and copy of the survey questionnaire form…

This book was developed to assist recreation service providers, as well as families, to understand strategies for supporting individuals with ASD in community and school recreation programs. The ideas have many practical uses in generic and specialized recreation programs. A variety of audiences, including teachers, recreation service providers,…

Presented is an analysis of selected research and program literature which is coordinated with an extensive reference list on the integration of the handicapped into regular physical education (PE) and recreation programs. Included are statements on mainstreaming in public school PE, athletic, and intramural programs; community recreation…

Papers and presentations on physical education and recreation for the mentally retarded consider programs in Norway, the importance of physical activity, the physical educator as a member of the special education team, and the team approach in programing. The following are also treated: recreation and day care for the severely retarded in a…