Multiple multi-sensory rooms : myth busting the magic / Joanna Grace.

"Multi-Sensory rooms are being used increasingly across the country in schools, care settings, hospitals and homes. Even settings such as football stadiums and airports are seeing the benefits of installing multi-sensory environments. Nevertheless, a significant lack of effective research has led to a sense of unease around sensory rooms. This crucial books explores into the use of multi-sensory rooms in order to ease that anxiety; taking the mystery out of multi-sensory rooms, and supporting the reader as they make the most out of their space. Key features include: Guidance on creating sensory spaces on any budget, to suit any level of need; An overview of the history of multi-sensory rooms, and a detailed exploration of the actual way in which the rooms are used today; A framework for evaluation of existing practices and equipment, in order to maximise the potential of the room; A focus on the practitioner as the most important piece of 'equipment' in any sensory room. Written by a leading sensory specialist in a fully accessible way, this book is an invaluable tool for anybody who uses, or is considering using, a multi-sensory room"-- Provided by publisher.