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Book SynopsisWith Music in Mind supports parents and professionals as they use music to enhance the lives of children with neurodegenerative disease including vision impairment. Illustrated cards outline practical activities, using an ability-led model to encourage active participation in music and sound-making at the different stages of neurodegenerative disease. In a portable format, with accessible language designed for non-specialists, this innovative resource empowers parents and professionals to use music pedagogically, therapeutically and recreationally in day-to-day life with their child. The activities cover two broad areas: Music activities. These follow the Sounds of Intent framework of musical development, to focus on music itself and for its own sake. These include listening, playing and singing, and making music with others. Beyond music activities. These explore ways of engaging with music to promote wider develo

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Book SynopsisThis compelling choose your own adventure story and accompanying teacher resource have been created to develop the social skills of autistic children aged 8-12. The reader takes on the role of the main character who finds themselves trapped in Tudor England and, confronted by challenging social situations and decisions that could help or hinder the narrative, must solve a mystery to get home. Circumstances throughout the narrative are linked to accompanying worksheets in the teacher resource that explore topics such as wellbeing, teamwork, managing conflict and processing information. Suitable for use in small groups or 1:1, the programme is flexible in design, allowing the facilitator to respond to the needs of each child.Key features of this set include: An engaging illustrated interactive story that places the reader at the heart of the narrative, encouraging discussion and creating moments for deeper thinking and self-reflection Photocopiable and downloadable worksheets divided into sections focused on âMaking Sense of my Worldâ and âConnecting with Othersâ A gentle and fun approach to social skills development, this is an invaluable resource for anybody looking to support students aged 8-12 as they build an understanding of the complexities of social dynamics. Although created with autistic girls in mind, it can be used with students of different genders and adapted for their needs.

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Book SynopsisUnderstanding and Using Spoken Language is a collection of original games and activities designed to help and support children aged from 7 to 9 years.The book seeks to address language and communication diffi culties for children aged 79 by providing a range of fun and engaging activities. The activities focus on both social and language development in areas such as body language, independence, emotions, listening, speaking and auditory memory. The book includes:?? Over 150 games and activities, which are differentiated for different ages and levels of ability;?? A clear aim, equipment list and instructions for each activity;?? Photocopiable templates for ease of use;?? Supplementary resource sheets including pictures and scripts to use with the activities.Now fully revised and updated in line with current policy and legislation, this book includes material to create an effective speech and language therapy programme in consultation wTable of ContentsPreface Acknowledgements Introduction How to use this book Understanding Spoken Language Active Listening and Memory Thinking and Reasoning Word Play Using Spoken Language Explaining and Describing Reporting and Debating Using Speech Effectively Activity Resources Teaching Resources Bibliography

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Book SynopsisThis book improves the understanding and telling of stories in secondary school students and young adults. Specifically designed for older children and young adults, this practical language programme was created by a specialist speech & language therapist with input from secondary school teachers and students.The Narrative Intervention Programme: focuses on enhancing the understanding and expression of stories in students aged from 8 to 18 with language and communication difficulties aims to create an awareness of how storytelling can be used to enhance learning in school and social interactions in school and home environments facilitates storytelling enhances the joy and enjoyment in telling stories identifies different types of narratives and provide examples for each type encourages effective listening and attention skills examines different means of making story production more interesting through vocal vTrade Review"Victoria Joffe's exciting new resource is aimed at supporting students in secondary school to develop their understanding of narrative. Her passion for supporting students with SLCN is clearly reflected by the way that she has combined a series of structured session plans and relevant resources with research to underpin the rationale for such an intervention. The pack includes an accompanying DVD containing pictures, templates and frameworks to support activities which have been imaginatively illustrated... The series of sessions follow a consistent and routine approach to enable learners to access their aims in a fun way - a message which is at the heart of this intervention." — Afasic News Table of ContentsSpecifically designed for older children and young adults, this practical language programme was created by a specialist speech & language therapist with input from secondary school teachers and students. It focuses on enhancing the understanding and expression of stories in students aged from 8 to 18 with language and communication difficulties, and aims to: Create an awareness of how storytelling can be used to enhance learning in school and social interactions in school and home environments. Facilitate storytelling. Enhance the joy and enjoyment in telling stories. Identify different types of narratives and provide examples for each type. Encourage effective listening and attention skills. Examine different means of making story production more interesting through vocal variety, body language and print. Encourage the use of the story planner in planning and structuring essays in the classroom and for homework.

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Book SynopsisDesigned to be used either independently or alongside the Words Together' storybooks, Helping Children Find Their Voices is a guide for parents and practitioners supporting children in the early stages of learning to talk, specifically to understand and use two-word sentences.Written in a friendly and reassuring tone, the book untangles questions and concerns that many parents and practitioners share around language development, such as whether children are reaching important milestones, whether they benefit from screen-time and dummies, and what to do if there might be a problem.Key features of this book include: Chapters that can either be followed consecutively, offering tips on how to encourage first words and the combining of words into two-word sentences, or dipped in-and-out of according to the individual child's level of development Practical information and advice rooted in theory, giving parents and practitioners the confidence and backgrTable of ContentsIntroduction Chapter one: what we need to know about talking Chapter two: Baby steps and first words – how can I help? Chapter three: The important two-word stage Chapter four: Other things to think about Chapter five: What if things aren’t going to plan? Chapter six: next steps

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Book SynopsisDown the Slide, part of the âWords Togetherâ series, has been created to support children to understand and use two-word sentences.Using the pivot word âdownâ, the simple story and repetitious structure provide an opportunity for the child to hear and experience the sentence structure in new ways. Bright and colourful illustrations provide rich opportunities for conversation and engagement.This storybook is an exciting resource for early years practitioners, parents, and those working with children at an early stage of speech and language development.Table of ContentsDown the Slide: A colourful picture book using the pivot word ‘down’

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Book SynopsisGone to the Park, part of the Words Together' series, has been created to support children to understand and use two-word sentences.Using the pivot word gone', the simple story and repetitious structure provide an opportunity for the child to hear and experience the sentence structure in new ways. Bright and colourful illustrations provide rich opportunities for conversation and engagement.This storybook is an exciting resource for early years practitioners, parents, and those working with children at an early stage of speech and language development.Table of ContentsGone to the Park: A colourful picture book using the pivot word ‘gone’

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Book SynopsisHello!, part of the Words Together' series, has been created to support children to understand and use two-word sentences.Using the pivot word hello', the simple story and repetitious structure provide an opportunity for the child to hear and experience the sentence structure in new ways. Bright and colourful illustrations provide rich opportunities for conversation and engagement.This storybook is an exciting resource for early years practitioners, parents, and those working with children at an early stage of speech and language development. Table of ContentsHello!: A colourful picture book using the pivot word ‘hello’

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Book SynopsisSleep Time, part of the Words Together' series, has been created to support children to understand and use two-word sentences.Using the pivot word sleeping', the simple story and repetitious structure provide an opportunity for the child to hear and experience the sentence structure in new ways. Bright and colourful illustrations provide rich opportunities for conversation and engagement.This storybook is an exciting resource for early years practitioners, parents, and those working with children at an early stage of speech and language development.Table of ContentsSleep Time: A colourful picture book using the pivot word ‘sleeping’

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Book SynopsisTable of Contents27 cards containing a word related to a therapeutic target 5 blank cards Guidance booklet

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Book SynopsisMindy and Mo love to play in a wood not far away. Join these two fun-loving adventurers as they whizz past dinosaur herds on the back of Dippy the diplodocus. They spot a traveller whose time machine is stuck in the mud. Can Mindy, Mo and Dippy help him free the time machineâs wheels before itâs time to leave? What will the fallen tree be the next time they visit? And what will they see?This Mindy and Mo story has been written to support children who are working on the âdâ sound. Support your childâs practice of their target sound by sharing Mindy and Moâs adventure in the land of the dinosaurs and encouraging them to join in with the travellerâs âdumble and dimbleâ. Engaging characters and plot, supported by a rhythmic and rhyming structure, ensure this book not only supports speech development, but also entertains and inspires. Creatively and descriptively told, this story introduces new words and provides opportunities for developing literacy skills. Through positive characterisation, it also explores the themes of growth mindset, empathy, kindness and resilience, allowing children to make connections to their own lives and experiences.A helpful section of suggested activities at the back of the book can be used to support further practice of the target speech sound. It also includes ideas for how this story can be used to help children to connect to nature through imagination. This humorous and triumphant story has been designed to support the individual child but is one which every child can enjoy!

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Book SynopsisThe 4th edition of David Grantâs bestseller is an insightful exploration of neurodiversity, illuminating the lived experiences of the estimated 15-20% of the population who are neurodivergent. Taking a lifestyle approach, Grant provides a compassionate understanding of diagnostic categories, including dyslexia, dyspraxia, dyscalculia, ADHD and autism, with particular attention to often-overlooked female experiences and those without formal diagnoses.This fully revised edition features three new chapters on neurodiversity, autism, and mental health, alongside substantially updated content on dyslexia, visualization, sleep, creativity, and sports. Through authentic first-person accounts, the book examines both the differences and similarities across diagnostic categories while offering historical context and evolutionary interpretations. Complementing scientific understanding with personal narratives, Thatâs The Way I Think creates a comprehensive portrait of neurodivergent life that challenges misconceptions and celebrates neurodiversity as a positive social concept.This accessible resource serves multiple audiences: individuals who are or suspect they may be neurodivergent, their families and partners, and professionals who interact with neurodivergent people daily, including educators, mental health practitioners, support staff, and managers. It provides essential insights for anyone seeking to understand and appreciate the rich complexity of neurodivergent experiences.

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Book SynopsisFrom leading authorities, this indispensable work is now in a revised and expanded second edition, presenting state-of-the-art tools and procedures for practitioners. The book shows how to use response to intervention (RTI) to evaluate K-12 students for specific learning disabilities (SLD). The second edition gives increased attention to optimizing the instructional environment in the context of a multi-tiered system of supports (MTSS). Procedures are described for screening at-risk students; using RTI to intensify instruction in reading, writing, and math; identifying SLD; determining eligibility for special education; and planning individualized education programs. Case examples and pointers for practice are woven throughout. In a convenient large-size format, the book includes reproducible tools that can be downloaded and printed for repeated use. New to This Edition *Incorporates contemporary perspectives on SLD, upgraded procedures for implementing an MTSS, nTrade Review"This book accurately captures our evolving understanding of RTI within MTSS and clearly illustrates how to leverage the essential components of MTSS to identify significant learning disabilities. The second edition's additional focus on prevention--through the accurate use of screening data, appropriate instructional intensity, and effective Tier 1 core programming--will support school teams in effectively integrating special education requirements and promoting ambitious growth for students with disabilities. Professional learning providers and faculty will find the numerous case examples featuring commonly available assessments to be useful for modeling RTI decision making and facilitating robust discussions. Practitioners will find the decision-making flowcharts and implementation checklists invaluable for guiding efficient and effective implementation of RTI."--Tessie Bailey, PhD, Director, Center on Multi-Tiered System of Supports and PROGRESS Center, American Institutes for Research "It is rare to see a book that is so grounded in research yet so practical, but Kovaleski et al. provide just such a resource. The second edition remains the most comprehensive book available on how to identify SLD in schools, and includes recent information about legal decisions, best practices for screening, and how to meet the classroom observation requirement so that it actually informs decisions. This book is a 'must read' for practitioners who are just beginning to use RTI for SLD identification, or for anyone working to have a more effective, legally defensible practice that improves children's lives. It is also a great text for school psychology training courses."--Matthew K. Burns, PhD, Herbert W. Schooling Faculty Member and Professor of Special Education, University of Missouri–Columbia “We referred to the first edition as our 'recipe book' for implementation of RTI-based SLD evaluation practices in North Carolina. The ingredients added to the second edition are spot-on and provide many needed details, including the critical role of the MTSS infrastructure, considerations for effective screening practices, and establishing the data requirements to rule out inadequate instruction as a cause for academic difficulties. I look forward to using the second edition in our statewide effort to scale evaluation and identification practices that begin with a focus on effective instruction for all.”--Lynn Kalinoski Makor, MA, CAGS, Consultant for Psychological Services, North Carolina Department of Public Instruction-Table of Contents1. Historical Background for Response to Intervention 2. The Legal Boundaries for RTI/MTSS 3. The MTSS: Instructional Prerequisites for Using RTI for Eligibility Decision Making 4. Determining Student Risk: Contemporary Best Practices in Academic Screening 5. Determining Inadequate Academic Achievement 6. Determining Responsiveness to Intervention 7. Ruling Out Other Conditions and Inadequate Instruction 8. Observing the Student within the Instruction–Intervention Process 9. Synthesizing Data to Determine Eligibility, Write the Evaluation Report, and Build the IEP 10. Using RTI to Evaluate SLD in Reading 11. Using RTI to Evaluate SLD in Written Expression 12. Using RTI to Evaluate SLD in Mathematics References Index

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Book SynopsisAn essential companion to the bestselling textbook Multisensory Teaching of Basic Language Skills, this workbook gives current and future teachers the practice they need to use multisensory structured literacy approaches effectively with students who have dyslexia and other learning disabilities. Ideal for both pre-service teacher education courses and in-service professional development, this updated activity book aligns with the new fourth edition of the Multisensory Teaching textbook, so readers can easily use them in tandem. Students and professionals will get more than 100 easy-to-use activities that cover all the areas in the text, including• executive function• oral language• phonological awareness• letter recognition• syllable division• spelling• decoding• fluency• comprehension• composition• mathematics With this must-have activity book, today’s educators will increase their knowledge of language structure and patterns, hone their instruction skills, and improve their students’ academic outcomes.

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Book SynopsisHelp children with SEN and autism to have a good first impression of your school and it can make all the difference to their entire school experience.Regular Teach Early Years contributor and SEN expert Adele Devine shares her top tips for making the school environment as welcoming and inclusive as possible for children with SEN and autism. This book covers essential topics such as working with parents, supporting transitions between home and school, helping children with sensory issues to cope in a stimulating classroom, teaching waiting and patience skills, using visual teaching methods, understanding behaviour, promoting independence and much more. Case studies and practical examples show you exactly how a truly inclusive classroom can be achieved, by demonstrating how a range of situations are experienced from the child's perspective. Designed to be perfect for dipping into and referring back to as problems arise, this book is a fantastic resource for busy educators.Trade ReviewFlying Starts for Unique Children focuses on ways to facilitate a supportive transition to school for early learners with special educational needs. It provides information on ways to set children up for a positive school experience from the outset. It is full of practical tips and strategies for schools, useful information and personal narratives. The book is written from a strong place of inclusion and respect for children and their parents. -- Jeanette Purkis, autism self-advocate, public speaker, government official and author of three books including The Guide to Good Mental Health on the Autism SpectrumSupporting the development of children with special educational needs may seem a daunting proposition, but Adele illustrates how simple changes to practice and attitude can transform any classroom into a welcoming and nurturing place for all. Always engaging, this book is essential reading for every inclusive teacher. -- Jacob Stow, Editor, Teach Early Years magazineWritten with warmth and care, and showing how young children with special needs can feel comfortable. I highly recommend any Early Years Teacher to read this book. It has prompted me as a mainstream Early Years Teacher to ensure that all children in my setting can have a "Flying Start". -- Lesley Bailey, Heatherside Preschool Supervisor & SENCOTable of ContentsAcknowledgements. An Introduction - Once Upon a Time... . 1. First Impressions: What a difference first impressions can make to a child's school experience. 2. Keeping Mum: Supporting, listening and learning from parents. 3. Communication with Parents: Communication with parents will save you time. 4. Unlocking that Special Child: Finding the key to engage a child with special needs. 5. Colour Coded Symbols: Colour coding to promote understanding. 6. Show Them the Way: Using visuals - practical ideas and examples. 7. 'What's Next?': Seeing from all angles - understanding the reasons behind behaviours. 8. Be a Supermodel: Teaching children through using staff and other children as positive role models. 9. Toilet Training: Useful ideas and examples of toilet training children with special educational needs. 10. Flower Power: When traditional methods don't work it's time to find the roots. 11. If You're Good: A positive approach to behaviour and using rewards. 12. I Can't Wait: Teaching waiting skills. 13. Choice Time: Helping children who find it difficult to make choices. 14. Good Sitting: Supporting the child who cannot sit still. 15. Against the clock: How using timers can enable a special child to stay on track. 16. The relationship with Technology: How to use that love of technology. 17. Volume Control: Help children with noise sensitivity cope with school. 18. Space Invaders: Teaching children and being aware of personal space. 19. The Sixth Sense: Proprioception - Is that bouncy child still learning where their body is in space? 20. Chewing: Strategies for the child who chews toys or clothes. 21. When Clothes Hurt: Sensitivity to clothes and shoes. 22. Personal Care: Supporting the child with anxieties about hair washing, hair cuts and brushing teeth. 23. Food Phobia: Children who refuse to eat or have extremely limited diets. 24. Recipe for Success: Cooking with SEN children. 25. Eating Out: Taking children with special needs to restaurants. 26. Retail Therapy: Taking children with special needs to real shops. 27. Pet Therapy: The difference a pet can make - cats, dogs, guinea pigs etc. 28. Dealing with Different Days: Why Halloween, dress up days, sports days, fireworks and other changes can cause anxiety. Strategies and supports. 29. Planning for Christmas: Why Christmas causes anxieties - Ways to help. 30. Christmas Play: Helping that Special Child Shine. 31. Present Danger: Teaching children to handle gift giving times. 32. A Change of Setting. Supporting the transition between home and school, class to class or school to school. 33. Reasons to Be Hopeful: Changing our attitudes and language can change outcomes. 34. Extending Learning: Extra information on Attention Autism, Intensive Interaction, Makaton, Social Stories, PECS and TEACCH. 35. Happily Ever After: What children can achieve with the right support.

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Book Synopsis"Are you beginning to see past the disability and starting to appreciate the gift?"In this unashamedly honest book, David J. Burns draws on his own lived experience of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) to provide guidance on how to take advantage of the supposed disadvantage. The book is filled with often hilarious anecdotes, spanning the confusion of his early diagnosis, to his marriage and life with his four children, as David proffers his advice on how to cope with everything from school work to flirting. Part memoir, part guide, and written with a refreshingly funny outlook, this book can be picked up and dipped into whether you're looking for encouragement, practical coping strategies, or a perspective of life as seen through the lens of ASD.Trade ReviewDown-to-earth, funny and, above all, encouraging. -- Uta Frith, Emeritus Professor of Cognitive Development at UCLDo Lemons have Feathers? is an astonishing read; the insights David has and the extraordinary humour he injects into his writing make for a superb book that will entertain and educate simultaneously. If you have any interest in learning about autism from an individual perspective, or simply want to read a fascinating account of life as an autistic person, then this is the book for you. -- Dr Luke Beardon, The Autism Centre, Sheffield Hallam UniversityTable of ContentsAcknowledgements. Foreword by Andrew Sercombe. 1. Do Lemons Have Feathers?. 2. It's Not What I Planned. 3. The Angst of School Days. 4. University Challenge. 5. I Owe, I Owe, It's Off to Work I Go. 6. The Social Calendar. 7. A Shot in the Dark. 8. The Escape Plan. 9. The Ability to Fly. 10. Getting Through the Tough Stuff of Change. 11. Love, Sweet Love. 12. The World Needs Autism. 13. All It Takes Is A Little Bit of... Faith. 14. Help Sheets. 15. Can You Help?. About the Author.

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Book SynopsisFor Alison, life with her son Daniel sometimes seemed like an endless round of difficulties: disobedience, backchat, rudeness, name-calling and aggression. Upon starting school, where his aggression and lack of concentration concerned teachers, Daniel was given a vague diagnosis of borderline Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), which was later changed to ADHD with secondary Oppositional Defiant Disorder and autistic traits. In this honest account of the first 18 years of Daniel's life, Alison exposes her own worries, doubts, and exceptional courage at every pivotal turn in Daniel's life. Interspersing the narrative with tips and advice on what she has found useful - or not - in bringing up Daniel, Alison also provides encouraging guidance for teachers and fellow parents. This book also raises serious questions about how the education system supports children with special needs, and if medication can be the answer to managing ADHD in children.Trade ReviewThe Boy from Hell is an honest and very moving personal account of a parent's experience of having a child with ADHD. Alison Thompson has written a book that will be welcomed by any parent who is trying to understand their child's ADHD and how best to support them. A well-researched, informative and accessible guide, full of practical tips for parents and professionals - especially teachers! This book is a must for anyone whose life has been touched by ADHD. -- Dr Tony Lloyd, CEO, ADHD FoundationThe Boy from Hell is like a parents' survival guide, offering private comfort and reassurance that it won't always be like this, and though every battle may take you to the brink of exhaustion it will all be worth it in the end. Oh, and it's proof that a mother's instinct about her beautiful yet challenging son is always right! -- Annemarie Main, mother of a child with ADHDDaniel's story is very readable and interspersed with really helpful tips and information. The way the ADHD criteria and the strategies the author has found helpful are related directly to the child we are reading about makes them all the easier to understand and the regulations around school exclusions and special needs provision are introduced easily into the narrative too. The book also includes an excellent selection of references and resources. This is a really worthwhile project and I will be recommending it to parents who contact us. -- Mary Austin, Founder, ADHD OxfordshireAlison's story is both heart-breaking and inspiring... Her account will make you cry. But it may also make you laugh. Above all, it should make you realise that you're not alone. With patience, understanding, professional help and perseverance, you can get through this, and life can get better. -- from the foreword by Rory BremnerTable of ContentsForeword by Rory Bremner. Preface. Acknowledgements. Introduction. About ADHD. 1. The Early Years. 2. Infant School. 3. ADHD Behaviours. 4. Exclusion Number One, and the PRU. 5. Diagnosis, Diet and Medication. 6. Junior School. 7. Exclusion Number Two, A Brush with the Law and Home Tutoring. 8. Support for your Child in School. 9. Disability Living Allowance and Other Benefits. 10. Special School. 11. Tips and Techniques for Dealing with ADHD. 12. ADHD from a Parent's Perspective. 13. ADHD from a Sibling's Perspective. 14. ADHD from the Child's Perspective. 15. Where we are now - and where we're going. Appendix 1: The Diagnostic Criteria of ADHD. Appendix 2: Disability Living Allowance. Appendix 3: Resources. Appendix 4: Glossary. Appendix 5: References. About the Author.

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Book SynopsisPacked full of advice and practical strategies for parents and educators, this book is a one-stop-shop for supporting children with Specific Learning Difficulties (SpLDs).Part one introduces a spectrum of SpLDs, ranging from poor working memory, dyslexia, dyspraxia, dyscalculia, through to ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Auditory Processing Disorder (APD), Specific Language Impairment and Visual Processing Difficulty. It explains clearly what each difficulty is, how it can affect a child's learning and how to help a child to succeed despite their difficulties. Part two includes a host of tips, tools and strategies to support your child's efforts in areas such as reading, writing, spelling and handwriting, as well as advice on motivation, confidence and managing life's setbacks.Written by an experienced Educational Psychologist, this is the perfect guide for parents and carers who are looking for ways to support their child's learning, as well as for educators and teachers looking for advice on how to differentiate lessons and motivate pupils with SpLDs.Trade ReviewA treasure trove of useful information and practical advice for the parents of children with specific learning difficulties and anyone who teaches them. Difficult concepts are explained in ways that are easy to understand and chapters conclude with helpful key points. Filled to the brim with inspiring and interesting case studies that make it a fascinating read. It really is a must have. -- Claudine Goldingham BA LLB (Dist.), a dyslexic and mother of two dyslexic and dyspraxic girlsThis is a terrific book. Veronica Bidwell's long experience and widely-recognised expertise is readily evident. She is able to link these qualities with an up-to-date knowledge of the science of neurodevelopmental conditions, particularly to the extent to which various difficulties often exist alongside each other. This is complemented by her vivid case studies. There is much for parents in here, with practical advice which has been tested in the field. Yet this is more than a book just for parents. Those who teach children with specific learning difficulties will find this an illuminating read and I recommend it to them too. -- Professor Peter Hill MA MB BChir FRCP FRCPCH FRCPsych, Consultant Child and Adolescent PsychiatristVeronica Bidwell's inspirational "The Parents' Guide to Specific Learning Difficulties: Information, Advice and Practical Tips", which will doubtless become the bible for all, touches on a discipline which can, at times, seem over-complex and impenetrable - especially to troubled parents and teachers. Veronica brings her wit, charm and insight to her wealth of experience as an educational psychologist, working in mainstream and specialist schools. She has written what is essentially a textbook that is, not only accessible to all, but also a rollicking good read. I would chain this book to every parent's wrist. -- Jo Petty, Director, The Dyslexia Teaching Centre, Kensington, UKThis is the go-to book for parents with children who have specific learning difficulties. The book explains the varying specific learning difficulties and tells parents how to help. It is informative, practical and accessible without being patronising. It works either as a cover to cover read or as a book to dip into. If parents could spend a week with an educational psychologist asking every question they could think of, the result might be this book! -- Jackie Murray, Principal Educational Psychologist, Fairley House School, UKTable of ContentsIntroduction. 1. Information Processing. 2. Working Memory. 3. Dyslexia. 4. Dyspraxia. 5. Dyscalculia and Other Maths Difficulties. 6. Attention Deficit Disorder with or without Hyperactivity (ADHD). 7. Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD). 8. Auditory Processing Disorder (APD). 9. Specific Language Impairment. 10. Visual Processing Difficulty. 11. An Educational Psychologist's Assessment. 12. The WISCIV, Understanding Test Scores and Spikey Profiles. Part 2: The Parent Tool Kit - Tips for Teaching. 13. Teaching Tips. 14. Tips for Reading. 15. Tips for Spelling. 16. Tips for Writing. 17. Handwriting Tips. 18. Tips for Maths. 19. Tips to Help a Child Handle Life's Knocks and Setbacks. 20. Tips for Positive Liaison with School Staff. 21. Tips to Enhance Language. 22. Tips for Motivation. 23. Tips for Confident Learners. 24. Habits, Strategies and Study Skills. Appendix 1. Explanation of Ages and Key Stages. Appendix 2. Games and Activities for Parents and Children to Play. Glossary. References.

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Book SynopsisSocial Stories™ are a widely used and highly effective intervention for supporting children on the autism spectrum, but it can feel overwhelming to follow all the rules put in place to create personalised stories. Developed with the input of parents and professionals, and informed by new Social Stories research, this is a comprehensive, clear, easy step-by-step guide to writing effective personalised Social Stories™ that give children social information, creating many benefits for them.The book includes many examples of real Social Stories created for children by parents and teachers working together, and handy downloadable checklists that highlight the essential components of a Social Story, helping to ensure that each story you write achieves the best possible results.Trade ReviewI think this will be a helpful book for anyone who is living or working with a child who has an autistic spectrum disorder. Social Stories™ are very useful but it can be quite a challenge to write your own. This book is designed to get you started. The authors provide straightforward guidelines and lots of practical examples of Social Stories™ written for particular children. They annotate these stories so that readers can see how the process works. As a professional who regularly sees parents of children with a diagnosis of ASD, I will be adding this book to my list of valued references. -- Jo McMahon, Consultant Clinical PsychologistThank heavens for Social Stories™. I have used them often to explain life on planet Earth when my son is convinced that he is the only Martian present and that humans are weird. This brilliant book is so encouraging - a great reminder of why it is worth taking time and effort to write good stories and avoid the pitfalls. -- Rowena Harper, parentFinally, a book that combines a practical step-by-step guide on creating and using Social Stories™ with real-life examples and a collection of sample Stories. This wonderful volume presents a user-friendly approach to writing Social Stories™, and is written with humor in easy-to-understand language. It is bound to become your new "go to" Social Stories™ manual. -- Anastasia Kokina, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Department of Instruction and Learning, University of Pittsburgh, USAWilliams and Wright's book argues that Social Stories™ are a powerful method for making life easier for kids with autism or Asperger Syndrome, to reduce the confusion that arises from 'mindblindness' and a piecemeal perception of the world. Social Stories™ provide clear explanations for social conventions in a rule-based way, thereby 'systemizing' the social world, to render it less confusing. Social Stories™ need scientific evaluation in a randomised control trial, but this book will help teachers learn how to implement this imaginative method. -- Professor Simon Baron-Cohen, Autism Research Centre, Cambridge UniversityTable of ContentsIntroduction. Part 1. 1.1. Understanding Autism. 1.1.1. Mindblindness. 1.1.2. Getting the Gist. 1.1.3. Language and Communication. 1.1.4. Imagination, Memory, Time Perception, Planning. 1.1.5. Sensory, Interests, Preoccupations and Compulsions. 1.1.6. Strengths and Skills. 1.2. What is a Social Story? 1.2.1. What makes a Social Story different? 1.2.2. When should I write a Social Story? 1.2.3. What are they for? 1.2.4. What is different about children with ASD? Why are Social Stories important for them? 1.2.5. What are the Benefits of Social Stories? Part 2. 2.1. A Guide to Social Stories. 2.1.1. A Summary of how to write a Social Story including Jodie's Story. 2.1.2. Step I: The Goal and Gathering Information. 2.1.3. Step II: Writing the Social Story. 2.1.4. Implementing the Social Story. Part 3. 3.1. Gathering Information. 3.1.1. Worked example using the template (George) Why do people fart? 3.1.2. Worked example using the template (Matthew) Time to Think. 3.1.3. Worked example (Thomas) What happens when I have a Seizure? 3.1.4. When not to use Social Stories. Part 4. 4.1. Examples of Social Stories. 4.1.1. Why we go to school. 4.1.2. Working on my own. 4.1.3. Focussing and Concentrating. 4.1.4. Trying Hard at Swimming. 4.1.5. Joining School Swimming Lessons. 4.1.6. What is Respect? 4.1.7. Happy Playtimes. 4.1.8. Taking New Medicine. 4.1.9. Finding out about Archbishop Holgate's 6th Form. 4.1.10. Visiting the Dentist. 4.1.11. Why We Do Homework. 4.1.12. How to Take Tests. 4.1.13. Waiting to ask the Teacher a Question. 4.1.14. Going to Flamingo Land. 4.1.15. I am a Kind, Intelligent Person. 4.1.16. Spiderman is a Film Character. 4.1.17. Using Words that People Like. Part 5. 5.1. A Template for Making Sense of a Child's Behaviour and Planning Ways to Help. 5.2. Step by Step Flowchart. 5.3. Checklist. 5.4. Checklist (Short Version). References. Definition of Terms.

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Book SynopsisWinner of the Professional Books category in the 2018 Nursery World Awards.Empathy is an essential part of being human: it allows us to connect with others, which in turn opens doors for us to happiness and success. Though everyone is born with an inherent capacity for empathy, children have the power to grow and re-build their natural supply, and even 'learn' to be more understanding towards others.This pithy and practical guide provides early years professionals with the tools to make empathy the foundation for their work. It reveals where the roots of empathy lie, how to prioritise it in practice, and how it manifests itself in young developing brains. It includes simple teaching strategies and creative ideas for empathy-building games and activities, enabling you to help children grow up as happier, friendlier, more thoughtful individuals. This book is an essential resource for anyone working with small children.Trade ReviewHow wonderful - finally a passionate, scholarly yet practical book focusing solely on the pivotal importance of adults understanding and developing empathy in very young children. Helen Garnett has contributed an exciting seminal book which deserves very serious attention from the world of Early Years practitioners and parents. It is that rare creature - a book that balances excellent research into empathy with excellent practical ways of putting all the ideas into practice. It is a 'must-have' for all people wanting the best future for children. -- Jenny Mosley, previously a lecturer on a Master’s in Education, author and Early Years ConsultantThis is the perfect book for early years practitioners who want to better understand the importance of empathy. -- Dr. Suzanne Zeedyk, Development Psychologist, Research Scientist, Founder of connected babyThis is a powerful, passionate and practical appeal to humanize education for the sake of all of our children. -- Sir Ken Robinson, Educator, New York Times Best Selling AuthorThis book is very timely indeed. As the world around us grows ever more divisive and as convenience and immediacy take a tighter hold on our lives, as we give ever more of ourselves away on social media, we are in danger of creating a shallow, loveless, empty world that places no value on feelings and where childhood faces corrosive and combative forces that we will struggle to deter...There is a great deal of wisdom here, and ways to help you turn the tide to start planting the seeds of empathy deep into 'the pedagogy of your preschool'. Kind and considerate children are developed where kindness and consideration are practised; tolerant and cooperative children thrive in an environment where tolerance and cooperation are evident. -- Early Years Educator (EYE)Research-based and full of practical applications, this is a book that really brings the child to the forefront of how practitioners care for children... It is well written and easy to follow, with plenty of background material. The book is well supported by extensive references which will help those who want to look into the subject in more depth. -- Parents in TouchThis book by Helen Garnett is genuinely very interesting. It's packed full of history, quotes, facts and strategies and I have learnt so much from it....I particularly loved the superb strategies suggested in this book. They include ways to help preschool age children develop their theory of mind - which is fascinating. -- Special Educational Needs Resources BlogTable of ContentsIntroduction. 1. Empathy in the 21st Century. 2. Affective and Cognitive Empathy. 3. Empathy and Theory of Mind - Jackie Harland. 4. Establishing Empathy in our Pedagogy. 5. Exploring the Relationship between Emotional Intelligence and Empathy. 6. How Conflict and Conflict Resolution Produce Empathetic Children. 7. The Power of Positive Communication. 8. The Significance of Pretend Play in Developing Empathy. 9. Fostering Empathy through the Process of Narrative - Helen Lumgair. 10. How Social Cognition Creates Engaged Children - Valerie Lovegreen. 11. Empathy and Autism. Afterword.

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Book SynopsisRaising awareness and understanding of autism has school-wide benefits, such as helping to improve the attitudes of pupils and staff and allowing children with autism to thrive socially, emotionally and educationally alongside their peers. This comprehensive resource provides a whole school programme for raising autism awareness and promoting inclusion.It includes training for staff in the knowledge and skills they need to support pupils, a sample school assembly, and lesson plans for teaching groups of pupils to be 'autism champions'. This programme also offers photocopiable worksheets and online presentations to use as part of the staff training, school assembly and peer awareness lessons. There is advice for involving children with autism and their parents in school activities. Easily adaptable for different age groups, this is a ready-made resource for schools committed to promoting autism awareness and whole school welfare.Trade ReviewThis book is easy to use, and ideal for busy education professionals who want to raise whole school awareness of autism without intimidating anyone. The materials for staff and pupils are clear and well-structured, and would help any school to establish a culture of championing autism. -- Sarah Wild, Headteacher, Limpsfield Grange SchoolThe author's depth of experience shows in her ability to present a complex condition in such a clear and practical way. Schools will find it particularly helpful that the attractive materials are aimed separately at staff, primary pupils, or children who want to become Autism Champions. -- Dr Rona Tutt OBE, Past President of the National Association of Head Teachers (NAHT)This excellent resource book fills an enormous gap. Including a scripted assembly and five detailed lesson plans, young people can be effectively coached to actively support their ASC peers. I strongly recommend it to all schools. -- Ros Huntley B.Ed., M.Ed., ASC Senior Specialist Teacher, Essex SouthWith all teachers now expected to be teachers of SEND and SENCOs driving the development of a more inclusive universal provision, these ready-made resources offer a cost-effective and valuable addition to any school development programme. -- Saira Pester * Special Children *Table of Contents1. Introduction 2. School Staff notes for Autism Awareness Training. 3. Assembly Notes - Autism Awareness for the Whole School. 4. Lesson plans for Autism Champions. 5. Involving the Child with Autism. 6. Partnership with Parents. 7. Creating Champions for Autism. 8. Photocopiable Resources. 9. Sources of Information.

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Book SynopsisDyslexia won't stop you from writing your own success story.Discover the ten key traits which people with dyslexia have harnessed in order to reach success and self-fulfilment. Dyslexia brings both challenges and the potential gift of a unique skill set - through a combination of academic research and case studies, this book shows how you can use all of this to your advantage. From increasing your self-esteem to imaginative problem solving, each of the ten secrets to success is explained and brought to life through interviews with accomplished people describing how they have profited from a single star characteristic in realizing their goals.Approach the obstacles of dyslexia pro-actively, and unlock your potential with this inspiring step by step guide.Royalties from the sale of this book will be donated to the British Dyslexia Association.Trade ReviewThis is an interesting and insightful book which has been well researched and includes relevant case studies to illustrate key traits for the successful dyslexic. My own struggle with undiagnosed dyslexia at school certainly made me more determined and this has played an integral role in my achievements and success. -- Alais Winton, author of The Self Help Guide for Teens with Dyslexia and private tutor for young dyslexicsThis book provides a 'road map' for the 10% of the world's population who experience some degree of dyslexia, to help them fulfil their true potential. So have courage, be inspired, harness your energies and build positive strategies. The world needs the strengths and talents that dyslexic individuals can bring. -- Dr. Kate Saunders, C.E.O., British Dyslexia AssociationAn inspiring and really practical book, well written by someone who clearly has the expertise and experience of working with many wonderful people with dyslexia. This book is for anyone wanting examples of how talent, perseverance and commitment can lead to great success. -- Professor Amanda Kirby, Chair in Developmental Disorders at University of South Wales and author of How to Succeed in employment with specific learning difficultiesThis book contains fascinating information for people with dyslexia and anyone interested in helping them to achieve. Margaret Malpas makes it clear that high grades at school are not the only route to a fulfilling life, with detail on the significance of determination, rapport, listening skills and creativity. She even explains how procrastination can be useful. There are some truly inspiring nuggets in here to inspire and encourage, plus handy summaries for those not wanting to read it all at once. -- Margaret Rooke, author of Creative, Successful, Dyslexic: 23 High Achievers Share Their StoriesTable of ContentsPreface. 1. You must have determination. 2. You must have self-esteem. 3. You must have passion. 4. You need to find your niche. 5. You need to use your atypical problem-solving skills. 6. You need to make the most of your creativity. 7. You need to go with your empathy. 8. You need to use your verbal influencing skills. 9. You need to make effective, fluent use of coping strategies. 10. Family and mentors' assistance really matters. 11. To be self-fulfilled you have to find a balance. Appendix A. Research Questionnaire into Issues for Adults with Dyslexia/Sp.L.D. Appendix B. Notes on dyslexia and related conditions. Bibliography.

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Book SynopsisCreate an inclusive classroom for all with this resource. From Sensory Box Fire Station to Victorian Me, this book is overflowing with ideas for engaging and accessible Geography, History and Language lessons. Each lesson is tailored for children working below National Curriculum levels and includes a learning objective, the resources needed, the main activity, a plenary and a consolidation activity to help support children's understanding.The activities in this book have been specifically designed to promote fine and gross motor skills and utilise lots of visual stimulus, which is important for working with children with SEN. This straightforward and practical book offers you 101 creative classroom activities for teaching Humanities and Languages to pupils who are working below national curriculum levels, as well as mapping the range of additional skills they will acquire.Trade ReviewThe 101 Inclusive and SEN Lessons series has been an invaluable resource to support inclusion within our school. Each lesson is easy for teachers to implement, yet still manages to be fun and full of opportunities to develop communication and other essential skills. 101 Inclusive and SEN Humanities and Language Lessons is especially useful as this area of the National Curriculum, particularly languages, can seem less accessible for pupils with SEND. With so many ideas to make learning active and concrete, Kate and Claire have again proved that every lesson - and every classroom - can be inclusive. -- Ashleigh Johnson, Autism Lead, Netley Primary School and Centre for AutismThis book fills a niche gap in terms of educational books relating to children with complex needs and learning disabilities. It is packed with innovative ideas for sensory learners through to those requiring more challenging objectives. The book contains starter activities, mains and consolidation activities in an accessible manner for children with SEND. The book addresses the requirements of the P Levels while also referring to the recommendations from the Rochford Review. This book will be a valuable addition to teaching resources for those with SEND. -- Cherryl Drabble, Assistant Head Teacher and author of Introducing a School Dog and Supporting Children with Special Educational Needs and DisabilitiesTable of ContentsIntroduction. Starters. 1. Geography. Emerging. Developing. Securing. 2. History. Emerging. Developing. Securing. 3. Languages. Emerging. Developing. Securing.

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