 The "Leader's Guide,", How Does Your Engine Run?, describes an innovative program that supports children, teachers, parents, and therapists to choose appropriate strategies to change or maintain states of alertness. Students learn what they can do before a spelling test or homework time to attain an optimal state of alertness for their tasks. Teachers learn what they can do after lunch, when their adult nervous systems are in a low alert state and their students are in a high alert state. Parents learn what they can do to help their child's nervous system change from a high alert state to a more appropriate low state at bedtime.Among the products used to support the use of the Alert Program, the Leader's Guide contains the complete program. It explains the theory along with step-by-step instructions and activities. It was written for therapists to teach children how to identify and change how alert they feel. Many therapists, teachers and parents have taught themselves how to do the program, just by reading the Leader's Guide. Some people believe that they need all the products in order to do the program. Actually, the Leader's Guide is really the only essential product to be able to do the whole program. But many don't have time to teach the whole program, so they like to start with the booklet, the Take Five book, or the CD. It's up to you! Leader's Guide! contains the complete program. It explains the theory along with step-by-step instructions and activities. It was written for therapists to teach children how to identify and change how alert they feel. Many therapists, teachers and parents have taught themselves how to do the program, just by reading the Leader's Guide book. This is an essential resource for those working with children who have attention problems and/or learning difficulties. The program consists of a series of lessons and activities, that when incorporated with sensory processing techniques, has proven to be highly effective. Though initially designed for children ages eight to twelve, the program has been adapted successfully for preschool through high school students and for adults. This comprehensive book is a gold mine of information for use in school, clinic, or home settings. It will provide everything you need to implement the program with confidence, including:
• Overview of the underlying theory and concepts of sensory integration and self-regulation.
• Unique methods to teach other adults (teachers, parents, etc.) who support the Alert Program® students.
• Twelve detailed steps to teach independent self-regulation.
• Over 20 practical, low budget activity ideas.
• Personal clinical stories that clearly illustrate the program.
• All worksheets, charts, and pictures needed for the program (permission to photocopy included).
The Leader's Guide! is intended for individuals who are familiar with sensory processing techniques. Those who are unfamiliar with this theory can implement the program with consultation from an occupational therapist or other professional trained in sensory processing. All will find the Introductory Booklet, CD!, and Take Five! useful, whether or not they are familiar with sensory processing theory. 130 pages. 1996 |
