Play and Imagination in Children With Autism

This now classic text remains a cornerstone of continued efforts to develop inclusive peer play programs for children on the autism spectrum. This second edition has been thoroughly revised to reflect the significant new developments that have transpired in the field of autism. Notable additions to the text include an updated description of the Integrated Play Groups (IPG) model and related research; an examination of the nature of autism and play from past to present, with major updates on incidence, diagnosis, and characteristics; and a comprehensive review of play interventions

Pamela Wolfberg, Ph.D., is associate professor of special education at San Francisco State University, where she developed a new autism spectrum graduate program. Her current research and practice focus on supporting children with ASD in the areas of peer relations, play, childhood culture, and social inclusion. As creator of the Integrated Play Groups model, Pamela leads efforts to develop inclusive peer play programs at the local, national, and international level. As a part of these efforts, she is also working in partnership with families and professionals on developing an inclusive community center, Autism Network for Global Education and Lifelong Support (ANGELS), the international hub for the Autism Institute on Peer Relations and Play and Friend 2 Friend Social Learning Society. Pamela is in frequent demand as an invited speaker at conferences around the globe. She is widely published and the author of numerous peer reviewed articles, chapters and books