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When there is a child with special needs in your family, it can be easy to overlook your own needs, desires, and dreams, or those of the ones you love. Long-awaited and much-needed, this book addresses the real-life impact a special needs child has on family relationships. -
Many kids have some form of SPD (Sensory Processing Disorder), but who can help them overcome their daily struggles? Wait! They can help themselves! Lynda Farrington Wilson, along with Tyler and some delightful illustrations, help kids help themselves through daily life like no one has before with some great everyday tips and techniques. -
This fascinating new book fills a missing void in the child-rearing world. It explains everything from the basics of nursing to SIDS, to facial massage, and finishes with the secrets to good speech development and keys to enhancing your child’s best natural appearance. -
Written by Michele Griffin, an occupational therapist, this picture book is a must for any child with sensory processing disorder. Pete finds his clothes uncomfortable and can’t stand “paint, soap, and things with lumps.” He explains this to his mother and the reader in this fun children’s book, as he and his mother navigate a difficult morning in the life of a young boy with sensory issues. -
Anne Addison was overwhelmed when she brought Jack home from the hospital. In those first few days, Anne had a vague intuition that something was not right. Two years later, Jack was diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, speech and language delays, sensory integration problems, and subsequently, was found to have Asperger’s Syndrome. -
This book’s vivid illustrations and charming storyline will foster tolerance and understanding among peers, while the printable coloring pages will enlighten and engage learners! -
After more than 17 years of experience working with teachers struggling to implement an effective learning program for special needs kids, Dr. Lori Ernsperger decided it was about time someone created a comprehensive resource for practical use in the classroom. She wrote this book as a practical, step-by-step guide to educating students with autism. -
La encantadora rima de Arlene Maguire se combina con las vivas ilustraciones en acuarela de Sheila Bailey para llevar al lector en un viaje al descubrimiento. Más allá de nuestras limitaciones físicas existe un mundo de dones únicos para que cada uno de nosotros compartamos. Aunque nos veamos diferentes, somos iguales por dentro. -
Many children, especially those with developmental delays, have trouble understanding or expressing their feelings. This can result in difficulty with anger management. Listing possible responses to situations—and the likely outcome of each one—allows the child to make informed decisions about which responses to choose (e.g., walking away vs. hitting). -
¡Ganador de un premio 2008 Teachers’ Choice Award! Muchos niños, especialmente aquellos con retrasos en el desarrollo, tienen problemas para comprender o expresar sus sentimientos. Esto puede resultar en dificultades con el manejo de la ira. Listar las posibles respuestas a las situaciones, y el resultado probable de cada una, le permite al niño tomar decisiones informadas sobre qué respuestas elegir (por ejemplo, alejarse frente a golpear). -
¡Ganador de un premio 2008 Teachers’ Choice Award! La ansiedad puede ser debilitante para cualquiera, pero puede ser especialmente confusa para un niño. Aprender sobre las emociones ayuda a los niños a reconocer las conexiones entre pensar y sentir, y los efectos fisiológicos de la ansiedad en el cuerpo (sudoración, aumento del ritmo cardíaco, llanto, etc.). -
La edición revisada del innovador libro de 1998 que introdujo el Trastorno del procesamiento sensorial (SPD) a padres, maestros y otros no especialistas. SPD es un problema común y frecuentemente diagnosticado erróneamente en el cual el sistema nervioso central malinterpreta los mensajes de los sentidos. Esta nueva edición presenta información adicional sobre déficits visuales y auditivos, dificultades de habilidades motoras, TDAH, autismo, síndrome de Asperger y otros trastornos relacionados. -
The first book of its kind that tells children with autism they are KIDS with autism, as it gently pokes fun of the label “autistic”. Young readers feel better about themselves after meeting their new friend, the narrator, who HAS autism, as well as many other more important characteristics. Having autism is just one small part of his overall character and we would never again label him as simply “autistic”. -
This 3rd edition is a comprehensive resource guide for parents and professionals in the autism community. It presents facts, research information, and effective treatment options in a clear and concise way. -
This extremely comprehensive book goes step-by-step through the symptoms, definitions, assessments, and diagnoses of Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). The authors describe ASD in terms of the parents, teachers, the school system, medical professionals, adult service providers, and private agencies involved. -
Steve Gutstein, a psychologist and autism specialist, has dedicated his life to bridging the social gap between children with autism and the rest of us. The result of his efforts is an innovative program—Relational Development Intervention—that takes social skills teaching to the next level. -
Newly diagnosed Autism aids -
Jerry Newport, diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome / High Functioning Autism at age 47, wrote this book for those with developmental disorders, but it resonates with people with any disability. His message: everyone has the power, and the right, to improve the quality of their lives despite their disability. Don’t believe you must be “normal” to be happy; learn to co-exist with neuro-typicals, and become the best human being you can be. -
This is Gabriel Making Sense of School provides a look into the challenges children with Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) face in the classroom. This easy to read and beautifully illustrated picture book gives teachers, parents and students a better understanding of all seven senses, how they are each affected at school and what kinds of accommodations are necessary to help children with SPD become learning sensations! -
When sensory processing is impaired, lights can be too bright, sounds too loud, and clothes can actually be painful on the skin. It can be practically impossible for children to tolerate their day, let alone learn in a classroom. In this book, with a foreword by best-selling special-needs author Carol Kranowitz, neuropsychologist Dr. Roya Ostovar helps parents to help their children. -
At long last, the Autism Angel spreads her wings! This powerful guide to intervention and education empowers you with skills and motivation to foster success in youngsters with autism. Each page contains uplifting strategies, experience-based wisdom, and heart-fueling inspiration to help caregivers and professionals apply the techniques and attitudes that have made Jennifer Abeles one of the most respected professionals in the autism community. -
Voted “Teacher of the Year” by ASA, Toni Flowers invites readers to learn from, tweak, and refine the strategies she’s used during her quartercentury of teaching children with autism. Chockfull of great ideas, this book tackles some of the thorniest problems (runners, homework, screamers, setting limits, aggression, etc.) facing teachers and parents. It will quickly become a goto book in your library! -
Although medication should always be a last resort, many people on the autism spectrum claim that medication has improved their lives significantly. But how can a parent decide which meds to choose or which to stay away from? Written by a doctor and father to a child with autism, this book provides the answers that parents and non-medical professionals need. -
Starting Sensory Therapy offers 100+ activities and games for children with Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD). Parent of a son with SPD, author Bonnie Arnwine chose activities that require minimal time, money, and clean-up. Most “ingredients” are already on hand: empty yogurt cups, string, soap, flour, paper plates, etc.