Lead older adults in creative drama activities. This practical handbook provides step-by-step instructions for conducting over 50 introductory activities to stimulate the senses, awaken the imagination, activate body movement, encourage interaction, and stimulate verbal communication.
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Anne H. Thurman is Professor of Theater at Northwestern University and has been a national leader in the field of Creative Drama for many years. She has much firsthand experience leading drama sessions with seniors.,
Carol Ann Piggins is Director of Creative Education Associates in Racine, Wisconsin and has extensive experience in the area of Creative Drama. She writes for many regional and national publications and is a frequent contributor to the Instructor.
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Contents
Foreword
- Preface
- Introducing Creative Drama
- Getting Started
- In the Beginning
- Leading the Way
- Communicating Through Improvisation
- Planning a Session With a Unifying Theme
- Session Plans
- Literature for Dramatization
- Appendixes
- Directory of Agencies and Associations
- Stories for Dramatizations
- Poetry for Dramatization
- Bibliography on Aging and Drama
- Directory of Activities and Session Plans
- Index