Children on the autistic spectrum experience varying degrees of difficulties; all of which can be understood as a disassociation of mind and body. Expressing feelings; making eye contact; keeping a steady heartbeat and recognizing faces are all part of the autism dilemma which can be poetically explored by Shakespeare. Over ten years; Hunter worked with children on all points of the spectrum; developing drama games for the specific purpose of combatting autism. These unique games; derived from specific moments in the plays; shed new light on how to teach Shakespeare to children; using the drama as an exploration of how it feels to be alive.Shakespearersquo;s Heartbeat is a step-by-step guide; detailing how to demonstrate; play and share these sensory games. The book includes:Games based on A Midsummer Nightrsquo;s DreamGames based on The TempestTips and advice for playing one-on-one with the childrenAn afterword describing Hunterrsquo;s journey from performer and practitioner to creator of this work.Shakespearersquo;s poetic definitions of seeing; thinking and loving reveal the very processes that children with autism find so difficult to achieve. This book provides an indispensable learning tool for those wishing to encourage childrenrsquo;s eye contact and facial expression; improve their spatial awareness and language skills and introduce them to imaginative play.
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