This practical manual is aimed at those who work with people with learning disabilities. It shows how creative drama can bring many benefits for both individuals and groups, including increasing tolerance and respect, enhancing self-esteem, developing social skills and learning about people, places and time. There are many easy-to-follow exercises that can be used with groups, covering: arrivals and greetings; body work; sensory work; voice work; life-skills role-play; games; puppets; and more. It has a practical format, with photocopiable activities. It should appeal to teachers, social workers, psychologists, speech and language therapists, group leaders, care and community workers, as well as drama therapists.
