Description:Studies have shown that reading in a melodic and rhythmic voice can produce positive changes in mood, emotion and behaviour in those with dementia. This technique – known as bibliotherapy – is used in this book and has been tailored to help those who grew up during the 1930s through to the 1960s, as well providing for people of all cultures. While traditional literature, such as Dickens and Shakespeare, might be beyond the literacy skills of many readers, and while poetry may not interest all, this book presents short stories, prose prompts and biographies which are written in a rhythmic and lyrical way to make communicating easier and more enjoyable. A focus on using short sentences, repeated language features and striking imagery which appeals to all the senses captures moments in time or action. Complex plots and multiple characters are avoided, as are excessively lengthy pieces.Inside this book you will find:· A detailed section on the background of how and what to read to those with dementia, as well as the research behind bibliotherapy. This section provides the evidence base for the reading activities and stories. · Reading topics that are broad in scope, therefore appealing to a wide-reading audience. · Stories designed to fit on a single or double page A4 spread, allowing them to be copied readily and shared. · Stories that are 500–800 words in length, allowing several pieces to be shared in a single hour group session. · Pieces that focus on brief, episodic and descriptive content. · Prose prompts which consist of powerful words, phrases and visual imagery presented in a double spaced format to encourage slow, deliberate reading · Short stories which are printed in large, clear font to suit readers who have limited vision or who may struggle to maintain attention. · Language to suit a lower reading level, but appropriate and respectful of adult readers.We have made it easy for you to find a PDF Ebooks without any digging. And by having access to our ebooks online or by storing it on your computer, you have convenient answers with Reading in the Moment - activities and stories to share with adults with dementia. To get started finding Reading in the Moment - activities and stories to share with adults with dementia, you are right to find our website which has a comprehensive collection of manuals listed. Our library is the biggest of these that have literally hundreds of thousands of different products represented.
Pages
114
Format
PDF, EPUB & Kindle Edition
Publisher
—
Release
2014
ISBN
0863889816
Reading in the Moment - activities and stories to share with adults with dementia
Description: Studies have shown that reading in a melodic and rhythmic voice can produce positive changes in mood, emotion and behaviour in those with dementia. This technique – known as bibliotherapy – is used in this book and has been tailored to help those who grew up during the 1930s through to the 1960s, as well providing for people of all cultures. While traditional literature, such as Dickens and Shakespeare, might be beyond the literacy skills of many readers, and while poetry may not interest all, this book presents short stories, prose prompts and biographies which are written in a rhythmic and lyrical way to make communicating easier and more enjoyable. A focus on using short sentences, repeated language features and striking imagery which appeals to all the senses captures moments in time or action. Complex plots and multiple characters are avoided, as are excessively lengthy pieces.Inside this book you will find:· A detailed section on the background of how and what to read to those with dementia, as well as the research behind bibliotherapy. This section provides the evidence base for the reading activities and stories. · Reading topics that are broad in scope, therefore appealing to a wide-reading audience. · Stories designed to fit on a single or double page A4 spread, allowing them to be copied readily and shared. · Stories that are 500–800 words in length, allowing several pieces to be shared in a single hour group session. · Pieces that focus on brief, episodic and descriptive content. · Prose prompts which consist of powerful words, phrases and visual imagery presented in a double spaced format to encourage slow, deliberate reading · Short stories which are printed in large, clear font to suit readers who have limited vision or who may struggle to maintain attention. · Language to suit a lower reading level, but appropriate and respectful of adult readers.We have made it easy for you to find a PDF Ebooks without any digging. And by having access to our ebooks online or by storing it on your computer, you have convenient answers with Reading in the Moment - activities and stories to share with adults with dementia. To get started finding Reading in the Moment - activities and stories to share with adults with dementia, you are right to find our website which has a comprehensive collection of manuals listed. Our library is the biggest of these that have literally hundreds of thousands of different products represented.