Making a place for kids with disabilities
An study of children with disabilities participating in youth programmes alongside their peers. In a Midwestern community, the author probes the issues and dynamics attending increased participation of disabled kids in activities such as Scouts, by interviewing parents, peers and community leaders
xviii, 204 pages ; 25 cm
9780275965655, 0275965651
41612492
Preface Introduction: Inclusive Recreation and Sports Enter The Mainstream Lindy's Wish Embarking on a Qualitative Case Study Entering Wabash Batter Up? Fun Versus Competition In The Park and Recreation Department's Baseball Leagues The Youth Recreation Center: Many Drop In; One Family Opts Out On My Honor, I Will Try "Sensei, Permission to Join Class?" Answering MY Own Questions: Conclusions from the Case Study Which Way Forward? End Notes Selected Bibliography