Nothing sparks a child’s or adolescent’s interest like a new
game! Adapted Games & Activities: From Tag to Team Building
provides a wealth of games to get your students and participants
moving and having fun, regardless of their cognitive or physical
ability levels. By offering exciting activities that entice your
students to participate, you’ll not only help them reap the
enormous physical benefits of exercise, but you’ll also provide
opportunities for them to learn to share, express feelings, set
goals, and function independently. The activities in this book
have been proven to work in the real world of school and
recreation settings. Author Pattie Rouse, an experienced adapted
physical educator and recreation and sport leader, has designed
and pilot-tested these games to enhance success while
challenging participants to think and use their physical
abilities. The games and activities range from low to high
organization, from teacher directed to community based. You’ll
find the following in Adapted Games &