If you are considering running LEGO® Based Therapy clubs (brick clubs) then you will find this occasional paper of interest.
Psychologist Dr LeGoff (USA) in 2004 developed the theory around LEGO® after he noticed that children with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) were playing with LEGO® and interacting with each other in his waiting room. Of all the toys available in the waiting room children preferred to play with LEGO® and he therefore chose this as a medium to promote and develop collaborative play.
LEGO® based therapy is a play-based intervention originally aimed at improving participants social, communicative and other identified skills. It was originally used to support participants with Autism and other related conditions but has been used successfully in Schools, and other settings to support pupils/children/young adults showing signs of disengagement or disruptive behaviour.
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Thank you for sharing this so freely. Very useful links and a good clear explanation of what to do.
billlockitt
4 years ago
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There are a few more free papers available via the TES, see below.<br />
Best wishes and again thank you for such positive feedback. Bill<br />
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An introduction to ACEs<br />
INTRODUCTION Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) is a complex and specialised area of research and behavioural modification regarding how traumatic events at an early age can affect individuals throughout their lives. This paper is intended to be an introduction and overview.<br />
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Constructive Play<br />
Research undertaken by the author found that very few parents thought about the skills their child/children developed through play and even fewer linked the play their child did at home with the Schools aims and objectives.<br />
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The Benefits of Play<br />
Intended Audience The paper is aimed at raising awareness to the importance of play in education and highlight some of the current research available. It is hoped that teachers, parents, home educators and others interested in developing play activities.<br />
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LEGO® more than a toy<br />
What can you do with LEGO®? The simple answer is anything, the use of LEGO® is only limited by the imagination of the user/s and the availability of the LEGO® bricks/resources.<br />
<br />
AN INTRODUCTION TO LEGO® BASED THERAPY<br />
Psychologist Dr LeGoff (USA) in 2004 developed the theory around LEGO® after he noticed that children with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) were playing with LEGO® and interacting with each other in his waiting room.
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Such a great resource. I am using it with a small group of boys with quite challenging behaviour and they are hooked.
billlockitt
5 years ago
Really pleased you like it, see my reply from 8 May regarding other free resources/publications you may find useful. All the best with your group. Bill <br />
<br />
There are a few more free papers available via the TES, see below. <br />
Best wishes and again thank you for such positive feedback.<br />
<br />
An introduction to ACEs<br />
INTRODUCTION Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) is a complex and specialised area of research and behavioural modification regarding how traumatic events at an early age can affect individuals throughout their lives. This paper is intended to be an introduction and overview.<br />
<br />
Constructive Play<br />
Research undertaken by the author found that very few parents thought about the skills their child/children developed through play and even fewer linked the play their child did at home with the Schools aims and objectives.<br />
<br />
The Benefits of Play<br />
Intended Audience The paper is aimed at raising awareness to the importance of play in education and highlight some of the current research available. It is hoped that teachers, parents, home educators and others interested in developing play activities.<br />
<br />
LEGO® more than a toy<br />
What can you do with LEGO®? The simple answer is anything, the use of LEGO® is only limited by the imagination of the user/s and the availability of the LEGO® bricks/resources. <br />
<br />
AN INTRODUCTION TO LEGO® BASED THERAPY<br />
Psychologist Dr LeGoff (USA) in 2004 developed the theory around LEGO® after he noticed that children with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) were playing with LEGO® and interacting with each other in his waiting room.
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I have been given the task of setting up a small group to help our vulnerable and ASD students (Year 7) as they transfer to us from Year 6 and this has been most helpful and informative.
billlockitt
6 years ago
Thank you for the feedback and I hope all goes well with your group.<br />
There are a few more free papers available via the TES, see below. <br />
Best wishes and again thank you for such positive feedback.<br />
<br />
An introduction to ACEs<br />
INTRODUCTION Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) is a complex and specialised area of research and behavioural modification regarding how traumatic events at an early age can affect individuals throughout their lives. This paper is intended to be an introduction and overview.<br />
<br />
Constructive Play<br />
Research undertaken by the author found that very few parents thought about the skills their child/children developed through play and even fewer linked the play their child did at home with the Schools aims and objectives.<br />
<br />
The Benefits of Play<br />
Intended Audience The paper is aimed at raising awareness to the importance of play in education and highlight some of the current research available. It is hoped that teachers, parents, home educators and others interested in developing play activities.<br />
<br />
LEGO® more than a toy<br />
What can you do with LEGO®? The simple answer is anything, the use of LEGO® is only limited by the imagination of the user/s and the availability of the LEGO® bricks/resources. <br />
<br />
AN INTRODUCTION TO LEGO® BASED THERAPY<br />
Psychologist Dr LeGoff (USA) in 2004 developed the theory around LEGO® after he noticed that children with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) were playing with LEGO® and interacting with each other in his waiting room.<br />
Empty reply does not make any sense for the end user
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