Sports, Fitness, and Motor Activities for Children with Disabilities: A Comprehensive Resource Guide for Parents and Educators

This well-researched and comprehensive book is a valuable resource for parents, guardians, and recreational professionals in promoting inclusive and meaningful recreation for children with disabilities, beyond the school day. Information for the legal rights of student to participate in interscholastic athletics, provides knowledge or families to advocate effectively. Developmental information, adaptions and strategies provides the practical information for the parents' role as their child's first teacher and greatest supporter. -- Melissa Charbonnet, executive director of special education/student services, St. Mary's County Public Schools This book, Sports, Fitness, and Motor Activities for Children with Disabilities. A Comprehensive Resource for Parents and Educators, is a unique addition to our existing literature. It is written by top experts in the field of Adapted Physical Activity with many years of collective experience. The samples, forms, references, and ideas are life changing for children, adolescents, and their families. Rocco Aiello has created a wonderful and powerful guide for teachers, parents, and specialists for years to come! -- Lauren J. Lieberman, PhD, distinguished professor of adapted physical education and co-director of The Institute of Movement Studies for Individuals with Visual Impairments, The College at Brockport