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Introduction.; 1. Why is Playing So Important?; 2. Early Playing Skills: Gaining Attention and Sharing Space.; 3. Structured Play.; 4. Your Computer as a Valuable Resource.; 5. Toys, Toys, Toys.; 6. Table-top Games and Puzzles.; 7. Music.; 8. Turn-taking in Play.; 9. Physical games and activities.; 10. Outdoor play.; 11. Water play.; 12. Television potential.; 13. Being Creative - Art and Craft.; 14. Creating Imaginative Play Sequences.; 15. Introducing Books and Reading.; 16. Problems, Frustrations, Tantrums - Making Play Enjoyable.; Bibliography.; Therapeutic Options/Organisations.; Recommended Reading.; Websites for Articles Written by Adults With Autism.; Toys and Suppliers.; Index.