The article presents a study on the development of gross motor skills in 6-7 years old children with autism through the development of play skills. Children in the control group followed the methodology of Gina Wineland, as it emphasizes the development of functional motor skills. After identifying the skills that posed the greatest difficulties, a series of exercises were developed and incorporated into play activities. It was found that as a result of implementing these exercises, the children's communication interaction with others improved in addition to their gross motor skills.
adaptive physical education, gross motor skills, play skills, autism, autistic children
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