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Hoopmann_cats_jkp All Cats Have Asperger Syndrome
$14.95
Kathy Hoopmann
Moonbeam Childhood Wellness Award 2007 Bronze Medalist Shortlisted for the 2007 Eve Pownall Award for Information Books by the Children's Book Council of Australia All Cats Have Asperger Syndrome takes a playful look at Asperger Syndrome (AS), drawing inspiration from the feline world in a way that will strike a chord with all those who are familiar with AS...(more)
Hoopmann_Dogs_ADHD_jkp All Dogs Have ADHD
$14.95
Kathy Hoopmann
All Dogs Have ADHD takes an inspiring and affectionate look at Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), using images and ideas from the canine world to explore a variety of traits that will be instantly recognizable to those who are familiar with ADHD..(more)
Woliver_Alphabet_kids_jkp Alphabet Kids - From ADD to Zellweger Syndrome: A Guide to Developmental, Neurobiological and Psychological Disorders for Parents and Professionals
$24.95
Robbie Woliver
From ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) to ZS (Zellweger Syndrome)-there seems to be an alphabet disorder for almost every behavior, from those caused by serious, rare genetic diseases to more common learning disabilities that hinder children's academic and social progress...(more)
Betts_hints_tips_jkp Hints and Tips for Helping Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders: Useful Strategies for Home, School and the Community
$20.95
If you have a child on the autism spectrum who struggles with the challenges of daily life, then this book is for you! Hints and Tips… is peppered with vignettes and stories of real-life situations and successes, and offers clever ideas for tackling everyday difficulties, such as bathing, bedtime, school trips, and selecting the right child minder...(more)
Santomauro_mothering_jkp Mothering Your Special Child: A Book for Mothers or Caregivers of Children Diagnosed with Asperger Syndrome
$17.95
Josie Santomauro
'So your child has Asperger Syndrome (AS)? You might have noticed that some of his behavior is a bit different to most kids. That he becomes stressed when faced with change, and he doesn't cope well with criticism or failure.' This book offers a fun and accessible introduction for the mother or caregiver of a child diagnosed with AS...(more)
attwood_asp_syn The Complete Guide to Asperger's Syndrome
$24.95
Tony Attwood
The Complete Guide to Asperger's Syndrome is the definitive handbook for anyone affected by Asperger's syndrome (AS). It brings together a wealth of information on all aspects of the syndrome for children through to adults. Drawing on case studies and personal accounts from Attwood's extensive clinical experience, and from his correspondence with individuals with AS, this book is both authoritative and extremely accessible...(more)
patrickhomespunremedies.jpg Homespun Remedies: Strategies in the Home and Community for Children with Autism Spectrum and Other Disorders
$24.95
Dion E. Betts and Nancy J. Patrick
Homespun Remedies provides creative, practical strategies for helping children with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) to function effectively at home and in the community. Dion E. Betts and Nancy J. Patrick offer sensible and specific approaches to tackling day-to-day problems faced by parents and caregivers, such as bathing, feeding, haircuts, and shopping...(more)
tenthingschild.jpg Ten Things Every Child with Autism Wishes You Knew
$14.95
Ellen Notbohm
Winner of an iParenting Media Award and Honorable Mention in the 2005 ForeWord Book of the Year Awards! Every parent, teacher, social worker, therapist, and physician should have this succinct and informative book in their back pocket. Framed with both humor and compassion, ...(more)
lovingmrspock.jpg Loving Mr. Spock: Understanding an Aloof Lover
$19.95
Barbara Jacobs
As a popular advice columnist in the UK, Barbara Jacobs never suspected she’d be the one needing the relationship advice. But when she fell in love with Danny, a man with Asperger’s Syndrome, she quickly learned to expect the unexpected. In this book, Barbara candidly delves into the dynamics of their relationship...(more)
autismpostcards.jpg The Autism Trail Guide: Postcards from the Road Less Traveled
$19.95
Ellen Notbohm
The Autism Trail Guide: Postcards from the Road Less Traveled will help parents of children with autism take on everyday challenges while celebrating what their children bring to their world. Ellen offers advice on concrete issues such as math homework, video games, and tricky behavior,...(more)
preparingforlife.jpg Preparing for Life: The Complete Guide for Transitioning to Adulthood for those with Autism and Asp
$34.95
Jed Baker
Typically, ASD high school graduates are unprepared for the transition to independence. Early, ongoing training in the social skills crucial to establishing successful adult relationships—in college, vocational school, residential living, or on the job—can help. He also guides readers through the legal, financial, educational, vocational, and..(more)
firestone.jkp.jpg Autism Heroes
$39.95
Barbara Firestone, Ph.d
Bronze Medal Winner in the 2008 IPPY awards Intimate, bold, and inspiring, Dr. Barbara Firestone's Autism Heroes provides a compelling and sensitive account of the experiences of 38 families from different walks of life confronting the challenges of autism spectrum disorders with courage, tenacity and love...(more)
tanguayhome.jpg Nonverbal Learning Disabilities at Home
$24.95
Pamela B. Tanguay
Do you know a child who is bright, charming and articulate, but has no friends? A child who showed early signs of intelligence, but is now floundering, academically and emotionally? Children with Nonverbal Learning Disabilities (NLD) are an enigma. They're children with extraordinary gifts and heartbreaking challenges that go far beyond the classroom...(more)
moor.jpg Playing, Laughing and Learning with Children on the Autism Spectrum
$21.95
Julia Moor
2nd Edition Parents of young children newly diagnosed as on the autism spectrum are often at a loss for ideas about how best to help their child. Playing, Laughing and Learning with Children on the Autism Spectrum is not just a collection of play ideas; it shows how to break down activities into manageable stages, and looks at ways to gain a child's attention and motivation and to build on small achievements...(more)
animalsintranslation Animals in Translation
$15.00
Temple Grandin
Temple Grandin's latest book, Animals in Translation, is the ultimate combination of her personal experience with autism and her professional experience as an animal scientist...(more)
hygeineandbehavior Hygiene and Related Behaviors for Children and Adolescents with Autism Spectrum and Related Disorders: A Fun Curriculum with a Focus on Social Understanding
$21.95
Kelly Mahler
This innovative curriculum teaches important hygiene skills and associated social understanding using a fun approach that targets the core characteristics and learning styles of children and adolescents on the autism spectrum...(more)
inhisshoes In His Shoes - A Short Journey Through Autism
$18.95
Joanna Keating-Velasco
Imagine spending a year in middle school without being able to talk with friends or understand the concept of "hanging out." Joanna Keating-Velasco's In His Shoes - A Short Journey Through Autism gives readers an opportunity to follow Nicholas Hansen, a 13-year-old boy with autism, as he transitions to middle school and faces all kinds of new experiences-new teachers, new friends, sounds and smells. But there's more to life than school. Accompany Nick to the beach, the mall, his birthday party, a track meet and his first school dance...(more)
jacksonfreeks Freaks, Geeks and Asperger Syndrome: A User Guide to Adolescence
$19.95
Luke Jackson
Have you ever been called a freak or a geek? Have you ever felt like one? Luke Jackson is 13 years old and has Asperger Syndrome. Over the years Luke has learned to laugh at such names but there are other aspects of life which are more difficult. Adolescence and the teenage years are a minefield of emotions, transitions and decisions and when a child has Asperger Syndrome, the result is often explosive...(more) Winner of the NASEN & TES Special Educational Needs Children's Book Award 2003
lawrenceschool How to Make School Make Sense: A Parents' Guide to Helping the Child with Asperger Syndrome
$20.95
Clare Lawrence
Every child's education relies on a partnership between parents, professionals and, of course, the child. This book gives parents of children with Asperger syndrome (AS) practical advice on how to make the most of this important partnership and work with schools to ensure their child's needs are being met...(more)
lawrencetransitions Successful School Change and Transition for the Child with Asperger Syndrome: A Guide for Parents
$24.95
Clare Lawrence
Clare Lawrence's new book provides parents of children with Asperger syndrome with practical advice on how to prepare their child for moving to a new school, and how to help make the transition as smooth as possible...(more)
1001.jpg 1001 Great Ideas for Teaching and Raising Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders
$24.95
Ellen Notbohm, Veronica Zysk
Winner of a 2006 Teachers’ Choice Award! Parents and professionals can now bypass countless hours spent seeking answers to the mystifying day-to-day challenges of autism. In a snappy, can-do format, this book offers page after page of try-it-now solutions that have worked for thousands of children grappling with sensory, communication, social, behavioral, and self-care issues...(more)
treasurechest.jpg A Treasure Chest of Behavioral Strategies for Individuals with Autism
$39.95
Beth Fouse, Maria Wheeler
A cornucopia of ideas, strategies, and concepts that will apply to virtually any situation! The authors address sensory, communication, and physical and social-emotional issues by increasing desired behaviors and decreasing unwanted behaviors. You will also learn how to build “sensory diets" ...(more)
aspergersandselfesteem.jpg Asperger's and Self-Esteem: Insight and Hope Through Famous Role Models
$19.95
Norm Ledgin
The author of Diagnosing Jefferson introduces twelve more high-achieving role models—including Einstein, Mozart, and Darwin—who have made significant contributions to our world. All exhibited traits common to people with Asperger’s Syndrome...(more)
winwiniep.jpg Creating a "Win-Win IEP" for Students with Autism, 2nd edition: A How-to Manual for Parents and Edu
$34.95
Beth Fouse
This book is a must-read for every parent or educator who participates in the IEP process. Dr. Fouse takes readers through the entire range of a “child-centered" educational process, from the initial stages of identification and diagnosis to full implementation and monitoring of the individualized education program...(more)
devtalents.jpg Developing Talents: Careers for Individuals with Asperger's Syndrome and High-functioning Autism
$19.95
Temple Grandin, Kate Duffy
This career planning guide is written specifically for high-functioning adolescents and young adults on the autism spectrum, and their families, teachers, and counselors. The two authors weave together a unique blend of information and advice based on personal experiences. Temple Grandin draws from her own experience...(more)
practicalsolutions Practical Solutions to Everyday Challenges for Children with Asperger Syndrome
$13.95
Haley Myles
What do you do if you receive a gift you don't care for? How do you handle someone who brags and shows off? What do you do at a social event where you don't know anybody? In this charmingly illustrated book...(more)
crissey.jpg Personal Hygiene? What's that Got to Do with Me?
$19.95
Pat Crissey
Personal Hygiene? What's that got to do with me? is a curriculum developed for students with autism, Asperger's Syndrome, learning and developmental disabilities, designed to help them understand how others perceive their appearance and the social implications of neglecting personal hygiene...(more)
1001 Great Ideas for Teaching and Raising Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders by
$24.95
Ellen Notbohm and Veronica Zysk
Parents and professionals can now bypass countless hours spent seeking answers to the mystifying day-to-day challenges of autism. In a snappy, can-do format, this insightful book offers page after page of try-it-now solutions that have worked for thousands of children grappling with social, sensory, behavioral, and self-care issues, plus many more.
hopesanddreams Hopes and Dreams: An IEP Guide for Parents of Children with Autism Spectrum
$24.95
Kirby Lentz
This is the book parents have been waiting for! With an emphasis on preparation and collaboration, this practical resource shows parents step-by-step how to become truly active members of the IEP team, thereby achieving their child's and family's hopes and dreams...(more)
fieldbully.jkp Bully Blocking: Six Secrets to Help Children Deal With Teasing and Bullying - Revised Edition
$23.95
Evelyn M. Field
This revised edition of Bully Blocking (originally published under the title Bully Busting) is based on Evelyn Field's 'Secrets of relating', a six-step model that has proved highly successful in her counseling work with young people. The first part of the book helps parents understand what happens when their children are bullied and provides useful approaches for changing the attitude of children who may feel there is no hope...(more)
makingvisualsupwk.jpg Making Visual Supports Work in the Home and Community: Individuals with Autism and Asperger Syndrome
$17.95
Brenda Smith Myles & Jennifer Sayner
The importance of visual supports is undeniable. This book contains step-by-step directions and accompanying pictures to help families and individuals with autism spectrum disorders create visual supports that work across many settings. The companion video demonstrates that effective use of visual supports gives children more control over their environment, resulting in less frustration and demonstration of problem behaviors.