Autism/Neurodiversity > Professional/Educator/Parent
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Paula Kluth "You're Going To Love This Kid!": Teaching Students With Autism in the Inclusive Classroom
A book teachers will keep forever for creative ideas and inspiration, this new edition is the ultimate practical guide to including students with autism, teaching them effectively and sensitively, and appreciating the gifts they bring to the classroom. Thousands of educators have turned to this book for fresh ways to welcome and teach students with autism- and now the book teachers trust is fully revised and more practical than ever. Gathering feedback from teachers across the country during her popular workshops, autism expert Paula Kluth targeted this second edition to the specific needs of today's primary- and secondary- school educators. Still packed with the ready- to-use tips and strategies that teachers are looking for.
$50.95 $30.57
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Ellen Notbohm 10 Things Your Student With Autism Wishes You Knew
This vibrantly updated and expanded edition includes an imaginative, all-new guide adaptable for group discussion, self-reflection, or self-expression, an afterword from the author's autistic son, and added perspective from autistic adults about their experiences in education. Continuously in print since 2006, and translated into multiple languages, this book brings fresh perspective to a new generation of educators and autistic learners.
$20.95
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Tara Delaney 101 Games and Activities for Children With Autism, Asperger's and Sensory Processing Disorders
In this book Delaney shows you how to teach your children by moving their bodies through play. These interactive games are quick to learn but will provide hours of fun and learning for your child. And many of the games can be played indoors or outdoors, so your child can enjoy them at home, outside, or on field trips. More than one hundred games that help your child: make eye-contact, stay focused, and strengthen his or her motor skills. The games in this book will also improve language and numerical skills and teach your child how to interact with others, how to take turns, and other social skills needed for attending preschool and school.
$31.95
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Amy Marschall A Clinician's Guide to Supporting Autistic Clients
Over 100 Treatment Recommendations and Interventions for Creating a Neurodiversity-Affirming Practice Creating a more supportive environment for autistic clients can be a confusing process. With so much information, and so many different perspectives, it can be difficult to know where to start. Further, the mental health field has only recently begun moving away from "treating autism" to working with autistic and neurodivergent individuals in a more affirming way. That's why Dr. Amy Marschall wrote this book. As an expert psychologist and a member of the autism community herself, she recognized the need to move away from treatments that pathologize differences and toward a neurodiversity-affirming approach that meets clients where they are.
$49.50
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Andy Bondy, Lon Frost A Picture's Worth: PECS And Other Visual Communication Strategies in Autism
Most young children with autism have significant delays in acquiring communication skills, a hallmark characteristic of autism. But with intensive early intervention and Applied Behavior Analysis techniques, children can be taught how to communicate successfully, even before they acquire the ability to use speech. A Picture's Worth examines the value of non-verbal communication strategies for children with autism, and presents the Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) in detail. PECS is a communication system that allows a child to use a picture (or series of pictures) to express his needs and desires without a prompt or cue from another person.
$28.50
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Carol Gray A Social Story for the Rest of Us
For the last three decades, parents and professionals have learned to write Social Stories to accurately share information, teach, and praise children, adolescents, and adults with autism. Developed in 1991 by Carol Gray, today Social Stories are an internationally-respected and popular evidence-based instructional strategy. What if the tables were turned? In A Social Story for the Rest of Us, Carol merges her expertise and experience as an autism consultant as she describes with disarming honesty what "the rest of us" need to know to work effectively on behalf of those in our care.
$21.95
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Ron Leaf A Work In Progress: Behavior Management Strategies And A Curriculum For Intensive Behavioral Treatment Of Autism
Parents of newly diagnosed children and professionals looking for a concrete curriculum will find this book to be an invaluable resource. The two-part manual presents ABA-based behavioral intervention strategies along with a detailed curriculum that contains 54 clear, step-by-step exercises.
$71.95
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Chantal Sicile-Kira Adolescents On The Autism Spectrum
A Parent's Guide To The Cognitive, Social, Physical, And Transition Needs Of Teenagers With Autism Spectrum Disorders. Using clear examples, practical advice, and supportive insights, this book covers: - Health risks such as seizures and depression - Treatments, therapies, and teaching strategies - Teaching skills to cope with puberty, self-care, and social skills - Teenage emotions, sexuality, appropriate relationships, and dating - Middle school, high school, and developing an Individual Educational Program - Preparing for life after high school.
$17.00
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Amazing Autistic Brain Cards
150 Cards with Strengths and Challenges for Positive Autism Discussions This resource helps professionals, parents and those working with autistic young people discuss an Autism diagnosis in a personalized, positive and meaningful way. Each card depicts a strength - honesty or curiosity - or a challenge - such as particular difficulties or understanding emotions. Reusable blank cards to personalize issues are included. The enclosed booklet provides approaches and strategies developed by the author.
$49.95
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Melanie Wells & Fiona Burton Anger Management: A Practical Resource for Children with Learning, Social, or Emotional Difficulties
Many children with language and learning difficulties also experience difficulties with social, emotional and behavioural development. Emotional literacy packages often contain worksheets, stories and abstract language concepts. Children who have difficulties with literacy, attention or speech and language may find it difficult to access many aspects of these packages.
$100.95
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Christopher Lynch Anxiety Management for Kids on the Autism Spectrum
Your Guide to Preventing Meltdowns and Unlocking Potential Lynch identifies five factors that are commonly known to elicit anxiety in children with autism and breaks down how to tackle each topic in a manageable and effective way. These factors include rigidity, particular sensitivities, social challenges, communication barriers, and task frustration. With this clear and comprehensive guide, parents, teachers, and therapists can take the first crucial step towards managing anxiety, relieving distress, and unlocking potential.
$24.95
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Nicole Martin Art as an Early Intervention Tool for Children With Autism
"Art as an Early Intervention Tool for Children with Autism" includes practical advice on helping a child move beyond scribbling, organizing the child's environment for maximum comfort and relaxation, and providing physical and sensory support. This book is packed with tips and suggestions for how to provide art therapy for children with autism - covering topics such as the basic materials required, safety issues, how to set up a workspace, and ideas for managing difficult behavior. The author writes from a professional and personal perspective - Nicole Martin is a qualified art therapist specializing in working with children with autism, and she also has a brother with autism.
$33.95
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Francis Tabone ASD Independence Workbook
Transition Skills for Teens and Young Adults with Autism This workbook offers skills to help teens and young adults with(ASD) successfully navigate the skills required for daily living and integration into their communities. This easy-to-follow and engaging workbook is designed to help young adults ages fourteen and up develop invaluable communication skills and practice with interactions they would encounter in everyday life. Teens will also find information on topics that are imperative for a successful transition into adulthood-including health and safety, self-care, and more. This unique book focuses on what adaptive skills are needed in the real world and gives ASD teens the ability to practice these skills independently or with a teacher/caregiver.
$37.95
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Penny Kershaw ASD Workbook
Understanding Your Autism Spectrum Disorder.This easy-to-use interactive workbook gives parents the help they need to explain ASDs to their child and provide practical and emotional support following diagnosis. Parents are invited to work through each chapter with their child as they grow older and go through adolescence, encouraging them to talk through how the ASD affects each area of their life, from making friends to problem-solving to planning a career. The information and advice is presented in a clear and positive way to help both parent and child understand more about what the diagnosis means for them.
$41.95
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George Lynn Asperger Plus Child
How to Identify and Help Children with Asperger Syndrome and Seven Common Co-existing Conditions: Bipolar Disorder, Nonverbal Learning Disability, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Oppositional Defiance Disorder, High- Functioning Autism, Tourette's Syndrome, and Attention Deficit Disorder Author George Lynn combines current research with his own experience working for close to 20 years with children whom he calls attention different to create an indispensable guide about the many children with Asperger Syndrome who also demonstrate signs of other conditions. The book provides a map that helps people better understand the often complex issues of individuals with AS and, as a result, provide better services.
$34.95
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Ashley Stanford Asperger Syndrome (ASD) and Long-Term Relationships 2nd Edition:
Fully Revised and Updated with DSM-5 Criteria. Brought fully up to date, this second edition clarifies the new DSM-5 diagnostic criteria and explains how, without a solid awareness of the condition, ASD behaviors can easily be misinterpreted. Stanford's book provides a wealth of strategies for living with the more uncompromising aspects of ASD, pointing out that ASD also brings enormous strengths to a relationship. It shows how understanding the intentions, motivations and reasoning behind ASD behaviors can lead to better communication, relief of tension, and ultimately to a happier, more mutually fulfilling relationship.
$36.95
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Tony Attwood Asperger's Syndrome
A Guide For Parents And Professionals The book provides a description and analysis of the unusual characteristics of the syndrome and practical strategies to reduce those that are most conspicuous or debilitating. Beginning with a chapter on diagnosis, including an assessment test, the book covers all aspects of the syndrome from language to social behaviour and motor clumsiness, concluding with a chapter based on the questions most frequently asked by those who come into contact with individuals with this syndrome. Covering the available literature in full, this guide brings together the most relevant and useful information on Asperger's Syndrome, incorporating case studies from the author's own practical experience as a Clinical Psychologist, with examples of, and numerous quotations from people with Asperger's Syndrome.
$33.95
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Isabelle Henault Asperger's Syndrome & Sexuality
From Adolescence Through Adulthood Playing the dating game is often tricky: all the more so for individuals with Asperger Syndrome. How do AS adolescents and their families cope with sexual feelings and behaviour? How do people with AS deal with intimacy and communication in sexual relationships? In this comprehensive and unique guide, Isabelle Henault delivers practical information and advice on issues ranging from puberty and sexual development, gender identity disorders, couples' therapy to guidelines for sex education programs and maintaining sexual boundaries.
$48.95
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Rudy Simone Aspergirls
Empowering Females With Asperger Syndrome Rudy Simone guides you through every aspect of both personal and professional life, from early recollections of blame, guilt, and savant skills, to friendships, romance and marriage. Employment, career, rituals and routines are also covered, along with depression, meltdowns and being misunderstood. Including the reflections of over thirty-five women diagnosed as on the spectrum, as well as some partners and parents, Rudy identifies recurring struggles and areas where Aspergirls need validation, information and advice. As they recount their stories, anecdotes, and wisdom, she highlights how differences between males and females on the spectrum are mostly a matter of perception.
$29.95
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Jennifer Cook Asperkids: An Insider's Guide to Loving, Understanding and Teaching Children with Asperger Syndrome
This exciting book is full of effective and fun ways of engaging with children with Asperger syndrome. Jennifer explains how theory of mind difficulties create the need for concrete forms of communication, and provides original methods to inspire imagination through sensorial experiences. Affirming that different doesn't mean defective, this book offers the insight and guidance that parents, educators, and other professionals need to connect with the Asperkids in their life and get them excited about learning.
$33.95
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J.D. Kraus Aspie College, Work & Travel Survival Guide
The book analyzes three important points. The first one covers higher education and university/colleges. The book goes into detail on the steps in enrolling for a school, campus life, teachers, school surroundings, study tips, disability services, and more. The next point explores the workforce and how an individual with autism can prepare for employment. This section includes: resume building, job interview tips, commuting, managing money, and networking. The final point reviews basic tips on traveling abroad, including how to pack, choosing an airline, what to bring, and how to behave and dress in a foreign country.
$27.95
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Temple Grandin Autism & Education
The Way I See It: What Parents and Teachers Need To Know In these helpful pages, Dr. Grandin offers do's and don'ts, practical strategies, and try-it-now tips, all based on her insider perspective and extensive research. Interestingly, she argues that education for kids on the autism spectrum must focus on their overlooked strengths to foster their unique contributions to the world.
$26.95
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James Ball & Kristie Lofland Autism After the Pandemic: A Step-by-Step Guide to Successfully Transition Back to School and Work
We have come to a new normal - life after the arrival of COVID-19. How do we help those with developmental and/or intellectual disabilities and those on the autism spectrum return to school or adult services? It has been a long haul at home! Both the children and the adults are used to the home environment and routines. It is now time to go back to the normal school and work routine, but what does that "normal" mean? Learn the strategies needed prior to your child going back to school or to their adult services placement such as: How to get started, how you can prepare your child to transition back to school, how to establish routine.
$19.95
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Abigail Werner James Autism and Appropriate Touch
A Photocopiable Resource for Helping Children and Teens on the Autism Spectrum Understand the Complexities of Physical Interaction This is a practical educational resource to help teach the social rules of touch and personal space to children and teens with Autism Spectrum Disorder with the aim of keeping them safe and helping them to understand what are appropriate interactions in family, educational and community situations. The lessons in the book look at different groups of people that the child is likely to encounter such as close family members, teachers, peers, strangers and medical professionals. Through reproducible worksheets and activities children are taught about different types of touch and in what settings, where on the body, and for how long touch is appropriate with each group. The book also includes discussion on how best to teach the child to recognize if someone touches them inappropriately and what is appropriate when it comes to self-touch.
$49.95
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