This is designed to be a simple, basic text for students of occupational therapy which presents current thinking on and terminology of models and OT theory. Collating material from many sources, the author takes a user-friendly approach, avoiding jargon, and presenting readers with material on various different models. Exercises and discussion points encourage readers to reach their own conclusions. The book does not explain treatments and techniques, but makes readers think about why they may prefer one style of practice over another. The text summarizes a variety of models used in OT and explains the theoretical basis of models and their practical application. The workbook format leads the student through a plan of study.