Deborah Plummer

"Having the ability to focus, relax and concentrate is key to enabling children and young people to achieve emotional well-being, and is also important for a child's development of skills and abilities. This book uses a model of 'mindfulness play' to help children to achieve well-being, an approach designed by the author which encourages children to build awareness of their inner and outer worlds"--Publisher's description.

For many children, the act of communication which most of us take for granted can be a struggle, and communicating with others can become something to fear rather than enjoy. This creative book is full of fun and imaginative ideas to help children aged 4--11 with a speech or language delay or disorder to develop their communication skills. It is packed with activities and games specifically tailored to help develop skills such as articulation, vocabulary...

Praise for the author:. 'Deborah Plummer uses imagination and empowerment to move children and adults from discouragement to success.'. - The Canadian Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Review. 'Deborah Plummer shows a fundamental respect for a child's integrity whilst making sure her language and ideas are accessible to a wide range of people.'. - Afasic News. Featuring a wealth of familiar and easy-to-learn games, this practical handbook is designed...