Many people have debated back and forth over the idea of inclusion for years. Some say its helpful and others say it is not. From the position of an adaptive movement educator, inclusion is the whole reason I do what I do: I simplify & break down stories, exercises & movement games so that ALL kids can feel competent and motivated to participate with a group of peers.
"Inclusive programs create accepting environments and send a powerful message that all children are welcomed and valued. This provides all children with an authentic sense of belonging." ~Angela Moorad, MS, CCC-SLP, IAYT, RCYP-2 - Founder, OM Azing Kids Yoga
Angela Moorad is another Yoga teacher I know who develops inclusive programs for children in Norman Oklahoma. She has incredible energy, many years of experience & a great vision of a Universal Design for Inclusion. She has generously shared some of her inspiring ideas as well as a dozen excellent resources for educators on her blog here: (You can also find Angela and OmAzing Kids Yoga on Facebook)
Universal Design for Inclusive Kids Yoga: Inclusion is Belonging
Inclusion is belonging. Do you have a resource or an idea for inclusion that you'd like to share? Please post it below in the comments!
To contact me: barbara@bodylogique.com
Blog content is based on the original S.M.Art Kids® Adaptive Yoga Program. ( Founded By Barbara Gini, CMBE, RCYT. ) Yoga-Based sensory-motor tools & holistic techniques for children with autism and other sensory & social challenges. Parents, educators & professionals can help improve children's health, integrate the senses & build social confidence through storytelling, (adaptive) movement games, visual art & guided imagery.
Tuesday, January 17, 2012
Inclusion is Belonging
By:
Barbara Gini, CMBE, RCYT
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8:34 AM
Labels:
Adaptive Learning,
children's Adaptive Yoga,
inclusion,
social skills
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