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Book SynopsisThe books are short, simply laid out, easy to use with practical advice and exercises. The case studies seem to be taken from real life scenarios. Clients, staff and families would find these books very useful. They put in print the ordinariness of community living and how seemingly small incidences can impact on people. They may remind us to be more conscious and aware in our practice and to be creative in finding solutions and developing programmes.'- Irish Social WorkerHow can you make an informed choice when you have never had to decide anything for yourself? How can a carer help someone with a learning disability to a greater degree of autonomy? Helping People with a Learning Disability Explore Choice is an enjoyable and accessible resource to aid the improvement of social skills. Following the experiences of five adults with learning disabilities - John, Terry, Danny, Lucy and Liz - and their carers, it comprises a series of short stories focusing on different areas of decision-making. Sections for the carer explore the issues raised in the story, while Tim Baker's illustrations help the reader to engage imaginatively with the stories and the issues involved.The book is designed for adults with learning disabilities to read by themselves or with a carer, and can also be used as a teaching aid or as a resource for workshops, group work or drama sessions.Table of ContentsIntroduction. 1. Moving out. 2. Which room is mine? 3. Which colour? 4. Which wallpaper? 5. Whose job is that? 6. Whose job is that? 7. Whose garden is it? 8. What's in the garden? 9. Which person? 10. Questions to ask yourself and others. Glossary of terms used.

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Book SynopsisThis is a rich and positive description of how it feels to be autistic and how friends, family and the professionals that work with autistic people can be more sensitive to their needs. Jasmine Lee O'Neill, autistic herself, perceives the creativity, imagination and keenly-felt sensory world of the autistic person as gifts. She argues that 'normalizing' autistic people - pushing them into behaving in a way that is alien to their true natures - is not just ineffective but wrong. In this vivid and enjoyable book, she challenges the reader to accept their difference and to celebrate their uniqueness.The book contains a wealth of insight into the autistic world and the author covers all the main topics of most concern for people with autism. She identifies the reasons for particular characteristic behaviour and is both clear and sensitive about whether, and if how so, the autistic person should be encouraged to adapt such behaviours. Drawn from her own experience, she has many suggestions for ways in which the 'normal' world can shape itself to work around the behavioural characteristics of autistic people.Her book is for anyone who is interested in learning more about autism, including families and friends of autistic people, doctors and therapists, and all those who work with them. It will also prove a source of inspiration to autistic people themselves.Trade ReviewThis is such a lovely, strong, positive look at the autistic experience. It is practical and well informed, realistic and yet inspirational. -- Asperger Information.netThis book is no less than an inspiration. The author, Jasmine Lee O'Neill, is severely autistic and does not use spoken language. However, she writes and draws delightfully and has a sense of her own worth and of her particular place in the world which many so-called 'normal' people would be hard put to equal. The author draws us into her inner world and explains the threatening and confusing nature of the outside world for a young autistic child. We are given insight into their often overwhelming emotions and sensory sensitivities. The whole book is suffused with gentleness and of respect for the autistic person's difference. There is also the understanding that it can be difficult for parents, particularly during the teenage years. I do not agree with everything Jasmine Lee O'Neill says. I do for instance believe that people with autism do need to some degree to learn to adapt to an alien world. However, the plea for acceptance of people who are different is one that desperately needs to be heard. Do read it, especially if you feel that people with autism should be changed into what they are not. Your perceptions may be altered. -- ALASShe offers a rich and very positive description of her experiences as a person with autism and how friends, family and the professionals who work with autistic people can be more sensitive to their needs. Rather than focusing on the frequently described negative deficits of autism, she argues that 'normalizing' autistic people - pushing them into behaving in a way that is 'alien' to their true natures - is not just ineffective but wrong. Jasmine challenges the reader to accept their difference and to celebrate their uniqueness. The book contains a wealth of insights into the autistic world and touches on all the main topics of concern for people with autism. She identifies the reasons for particular characteristic behaviour and how the autistic person should be encouraged to adapt such behaviours. -- KeynotesJasmine is an intelligent, creative, mute autistic, who introduces us to the complexity of autism - the individuality, self-absorption, intensity and paradox. In a simple, clear and easy-to-understand style, she covers specific topics including emotions, communication and language, the teenage years and special traits. Throughout Jasmine presents the positive aspects of autism whilst acknowledging the enormous challenge of the outside world to people with autism. Jasmine describes with enthusiasm the joy than can be found in the special gifts that are part of the autistic personality and explains the confusion and distress that can be caused to people with autism by the chaos of the world and lack of understanding. Jasmine challenges us to see autism not as an illness or as a fault but as a uniqueness of personality which should be valued and respected for its strengths. She invites us to change our perception of autism and to accept and embrace its beauty and difference. -- British Journal of Occupational TherapyJasmine Lee O'Neill is autistic and proud of it. This very positive attitude permeates her book and in it she provides a spirited defence of autism and rejoices in the quirks that make people what they are. She is realistic and down to earth and well-informed on current thinking. O'Neill's main argument is against the need to "treat" autism. Professionals have much to learn from her in this respect. She provides general and specific ideas and information for intervention. The chapters on sense organs and on relationships are particularly useful. She ends the book with a stirring epilogue written to her "fellow autistics" urging them to revel in their autism, accept their differences and open up to opportunities available to them through these very differences. Ms O'Neill's refreshing insightful viewpoint expressed in this book makes it another postcard from the edge in the tradition of those from Temple Grandin and Donna Williams, but with a joyous twist. -- Therapy WeeklyTable of Contents1. Introducing autism. 2. The autistic world. 3. Autism and sense organs. 4. Autism and emotions. 5. Communication and language. 6. Intelligence, autism and savant skills. 7. Discrimination. 8. Rhythms and self-stimulations. 9. Relationships. 10. Health and allergies. 11. Autism and teenage years. 12. Recreation. 13. Idiosyncrasies and special traits. Epilogue: for autistic people.

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Book SynopsisWritten by the mother of Stefan, a boy diagnosed with ADHD, Marching to a Different Tune is a day-by-day, moment-by-moment account of how his unusual and difficult behaviour affects and disrupts their family life inside and outside the home. Jacky Fletcher describes in intimate detail the struggles, embarrassments and triumphs her family experiences throughout a four year period of Stefan's childhood. The diary ends with an expression of the family's love for Stefan - as he approaches adolescence, they will learn new ways to cope with the challenges of his behaviour, applying the knowledge they have gained through experience.Marching to a Different Tune gives an essential new perspective to the understanding of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder - it describes this complex set of behaviours from the inside. It complements and deepens the clinical presentation of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, at a time when this diagnosis is being applied to more and more children. The last chapter of the book gives a clinical description of ADHD; the appendix contains useful addresses for more information and support networks, and a list of recommended reading. This book will inform the practice of teachers and psychologists who work with ADHD children, and guide and support these children's parents and families.Trade ReviewThe author's description are beautiful and her style is elegant and compassionate. She conveys an honest view of her son that evokes emotions in the reader…Overall, a very thought provoking, stimulating (ADHD term) account of a mother's acceptance of and compassion for her son'. -- Book ReviewsJacky Fletcher's diary of her son who has ADHD provides an emotive insight into the relentless onslaught of challenging behaviour that can frequently render any carer feeling impotent. The vignettes provide clear examples of the traits of someone with ADHD. -- British Journal of Occupational TherapyThe diary could usefully be read by professionals as it gives an insight into the full, awesome experience of living with ADHD, and by parents who desperately need to know that they are not alone in their struggles to cope with their endearing but exasperating child. -- Therapy WeeklyThe title of this book accurately describes its intent and its product. It is a series of entries over a period of four years as the main actor, Stefan, moves from childhood to early adolescence. The book details the activities of Stefan as well as the frustrations of his parents and siblings with dealing with his amazing repertoire of adventures…For families seeking conformation that they are not alone in dealing with a child with ADHD, this book is useful. -- Disability Studies QuarterlyDescriptions of his daily activities are extremely illuminating and witty, giving the reader an insight into the constant challenges of living with a child with ADHD -- NAPOT JournalWhilst not a serious text book on ADHD, it is a very easy and entertaining read. Nevertheless I feel that this is a very important book which makes a valuable contribution to the subject. Text books can increase one's knowledge and learning about a subject. This book does the same but does so by telling how the experience is lived, not through facts or figures. Like most people I particularly enjoy a book that makes me feel something. This book did just that. I found myself fluctuate between sadness, anger and tears of laughter, classic elements of a good book. It offers a glimpse of what it is like to live day-to-day with a child with ADHD…Raising a child with ADHD is obviously difficult at times and whilst bearing in mind that Stefan's story may not be typical of every child with ADHD, there is no sense of despair in this book. I was left with a feeling of hope. Amid the difficulties there is love and affection. At the centre is a boy, a son, a unique personality who happens to have ADHD. -- Rostrum, The Voice of Social Work in ScotlandStefan, diagnosed with a severe form of ADHD, creates havoc on an almost daily basis. His mother, Jacky Fletcher, has written a diary about their family life. There is no doubt that turmoil follows wherever he treads but, in a funny, moving and inspirational account, the reader gains a unique insight into the frustrations of living with ADHD. Although admiration and compassion must go to Stefan's exhausted and endlessly patient family, Stefan's personality shines through. He is charming, difficult, unpredictable, intelligent and very much loved. -- JuniorTable of ContentsPreface. Chapter One: 1995. Chapter Two: 1996. Chapter Three: 1997. Chapter Four: 1998. Chapter Five: ADHD. Appendix: Recommended Reading and Useful Addresses.

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Book SynopsisMany children on the autistic spectrum seem to be at a very early developmental stage in their play, which tends to be less spontaneous, exploratory and varied than that of other children. This accessible handbook describes different play sequences which encourage the integration of social, emotional and cognitive development in autistic children. The easy-to-follow play strategies focus on the four key skills of visualizing, imitation, mirroring and turn-taking.The book is illustrated throughout with photographs, and includes a questionnaire for observing and assessing play interventions as an appendix. The authors combine an accessible developmental approach with practical tried-and-tested play strategies. Autism and Play will enable parents to nurture their children's social and cognitive development, and will inform the practice of professionals working in close contact with children on the autistic spectrum.Jannik Beyer, PhD is a psychologist and Director of broendagerskolen, a special school for autistic children. He is a member of the board of directors of the Danish Association of Special Schools and Treatment Centres for Autistic Children. Lone Gammeltoft is a speech and language therapist and teacher at the broendagerskolen. Both authors have been working with children with autism for more than twenty years.Trade ReviewAutism and Play provides an innovative and insightful account of play practice in a specialised area. It is a useful introductory reference for any parent or professional involved with children affected by autism and who are interested in developing further understanding of the rich and educative potential of play presents a complex subject simply and comprehensibly. It is an inspiring read. The value and dynamics implicit in interactive play are made refreshingly explicit. Highly recommendable. -- RostrumThe authors supply ideas and strategies that could easily be employed in both school and home settings. Importantly, they stress the need to let play be play and not turn each session into a teaching opportunity. This is an excellent book for parents and professionals wishing to develop sound, theoretically based ways of working with children with autism. -- International Journal of Early Years EducationOccupational therapists working with children with autism will find this book extremely useful on their book shelves. It is up to date with current knowledge and understanding of autism and explains clearly the development of play among non-autistic children as compared to children with autism. -- British Journal of Occupational TherapyAutism and Play is a user friendly, handbook for all parents, professionals and Para-professionals working in the area of Autism. -- Min Whitehead, TeacherIf one is seeking a text to stimulate one's approach to and understanding of play with children with autism this would be a valuable resource. The authors have indeed achieved their aim of creating a text that stimulates the use of play with children with autism, one that is accessible to both parents and professionals. -- International Journal of Early Years EducationThis is an individual handbook which describes various strategies to enable children and young people with autism to learn how to play. Techniques include imitation and mirroring and there are ingenious ideas for helping children to understand the concept of turn-taking. Black and white photographs in action and enjoyment of the children and young people is obvious. -- Action for Leisure UpdateThis book is particularly valuable and special in that the authors provide professionals and parents with specific and precise ideas for the planning of play activities - ideas that can be applied directly. In addition, the excellent photographs supplement the educational strategies. The interesting point in this respect is that the authors describe how even very low-functioning children with autism can also benefit from play activities. This book is essential reading and a valuable source of inspiration for professionals and parents who are looking for creative and good ideas for play activities for children with autism. -- From the Preface by Dr. Demetrious Haracopos, Director: The Danish Information and Training Center for AutismTable of ContentsPreface. 1. Introduction. Part One. 2. How Do We Understand Autism? 3. Autism and Early Development. 4. Problem Areas i. Social Interaction. ii. Communication and Dialogue. iii. Mental Imaging and Imaginative Ability. 4. The Nature and Foundations of Play. Part Two. 5. Preparation of a Play Sequence. 6. Examples of Play Sequences. Summary and Conclusion. Appendix 1: Questionnaire for Observation of Play. Appendix 2: Aspects of Development.

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Book SynopsisPervasive Developmental Disorder, or PDD, is the umbrella term used to cover the whole family of autistic spectrum disorders - including autism and Asperger Syndrome. Within this group there is a subgroup called NOS - not otherwise specified - which covers the conditions which do not quite meet the diagnostic criteria for autism or Asperger Syndrome. Because PDD covers such a wide spectrum, it presents very differently from child to child.Written principally for parents, this is a book which explains what it means for your child to be diagnosed with PDD, NOS, autism or Asperger Syndrome, and where you go from there. The authors describe the symptoms of PDD, what a diagnosis means, how a child fits into the diagnostic terminology and the diagnostic procedures involved. They also review associated disorders such as OCD, and discuss the different treatments and therapies available.The book includes frequently-asked questions, as well as the experiences of other parents. It is accessible, informative and supportive, a practical introduction to PDD.Trade Review`Writing mainly for parents, the authors provide realistic and practical information, richly brought to life by the stories of families in which even the simplest of events (such as going shopping or cutting hair) is frighteningly complex. The theme that runs through this survey of play, language and social reciprocity is that autistic individuals have a unique world view. No form of intervention, no matter how intensively pursued, can or should change this altered perspective. Sensibly, these authors put parents at the helm of decision-making, and they describe a wide range of educational opportunities that can enable autistic individuals to function more effectively in the family, at school or at work, including techniques based on behaviour modification. It explains components of programmes such as the picture exchange communication system (PECS), applied behavioural analysis (ABA) and TEACCH. "Different methods work for different children," they write, displaying a pragmatism that is the real strength of this excellent guide.' -- Times Educational SupplementTable of ContentsPreface. 1. What is Pervasive Developmental Disorder? 2. Social Reciprocity. 3. Communication. 4. Impairment in Play Style. 5. More Characteristics. 6. The Evaluation Process. 7. What can be Done? A Medical Perspective. 8. What can be Done? An Educational Perspective. 9. Additional Options. 10. Up Close and Personal: Parents Share their Stories. References. Index.

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Book SynopsisWhen his son, Matthew, was finally diagnosed with autism at 12 years old, Mike Stanton thought the diagnosis marked the end of their troubles. In fact, despite the increase in reported levels of autism, appropriate support and clear information were hard to find. Mike had to teach himself and then attempt to pass on his knowledge and understanding to those who worked with his son. But because Matthew has high functioning autism his obvious abilities helped to disguise his more fundamental autistic spectrum disorder. As a consequence, Mike found that his efforts were not always appreciated. Like many parents, who ought to be a valuable source of information and help to busy professionals, he was sometimes made to feel as though it was him and not his son's autism that was the problem. So he wrote this accessible, informative book which provides a clear explanation of the autistic spectrum and dissects and dispels some of the myths about autistic behaviour and the various types of autism.Intended for the professionals who work with autistic people and their families and friends, Learning to Live with High Functioning Autism draws on the Stanton family's experience, and compares it with the experiences of others, to offer an honest portrayal of what living with autism is actually like for all of those involved. It offers an insight into the world of autistic children and the problems that they and their families face. It provides support and encouragement for families of children with autism, as well as being an invaluable source of information and advice for professionals working with autistic children and their families. Most important of all, it argues convincingly that learning to live with autism is a two-way process. We have to reject all models of intervention based upon coercion and compliance in order to work in partnership with young people with autism.Trade ReviewIt is always a pleasure to read a book about autism written by a parent of a child with a spectrum disorder. Mike's book was no exception to the rule - indeed, quite the opposite. Mike's style, complimenting the seriousness of the subject matter with humour and personality, allowed for a hugely enjoyable and rewarding read. Mike's knowledge of autism plus his personal experience has given him an excellent basis for the content of the book. His ideas are stimulating, his style accessible, his dedication and humour inspiring. The book is a motivation to me, as a professional, to always question my own practice. Ultimately, the book is a `must read' for parents and professionals alike. -- Luke Beardon, Regional Development Officer, National Autistic SocietyStanton highlights the costs to his family from a 'system' that understands little of ASD. Stanton, rightly, advocates for professionals to allow parents a bigger part in the whole process. Professionals, inexperienced in this specialist area would benefit from reading of the agonies families encounter in such situations. Stanton believed that with a diagnosis a 'support system' would open up - that it didn't, is of no surprise to those who are already involved with ASD. LEA officers would do well to read his suggestions on flexibility within the educational set-up. The issues raised by Stanton must be addressed by the services as a matter of urgency, if those with ASD are not to be discriminated against and have their needs adequately addressed in this age of inclusion. -- Rosalyn Lord, Parent and Secretary of Action for ASDI'm not one to give away a good story line, but this is a must read for anyone involved in helping, understanding or interested in persons with autism. Nothing gets by the eagle eye of Mike Stanton. Polemic? Sure, a little, but nothing not deservedly so. Useful information for persons with autism, parents and those working in the field ? Every word. This book should be on the shelf of everyone in the autism community and deserves to reach the community-at-large. Get it and get those friends who want to learn more about this great world autism community a copy too. No one could come away disappointed in Learning to Live with High Functioning Autism: A Parent's guide for Professionals by Mike Stanton. -- Dennis DebbaudtTable of Contents1. Introduction. 2. A parent's tale. 3. Understanding autism. 4. Diagnosis. 5. Conflict and partnership. 6. Brothers and sisters. 7. Early years. 8. Childhood. 9. Adolescence. 10. Adult life. 11. Myths and insights. 12. Challenging behaviour. 13. Mind your language. 14. Difficulties at school. 15. The way forward. 16. Conclusion. References. Resources and organizations. Index.

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Book SynopsisI am Special is a workbook developed by Peter Vermeulen and already used extensively with young people with autism spectrum disorder. The workbook is designed for a child to work through with an adult - parent, teacher or other professional. Unlike other books, its content and layout are devised especially for children who read, think and process information differently.I am Special is divided into two parts. The first is a theoretical introduction that explains how to inform children that they have autism or Asperger Syndrome and how to use the worksheets with groups or individuals. The second part consists of a series of worksheets which the child works through with an adult to create a unique and personal book about him or herself. It includes a series of exercises that present autism positively. They strike a balance between general facts, information about autism and personal information, covering the strengths an autistic person may have as well as the difficulties they may face.I am Special can be used with young people over the age of ten years. Not only is it an excellent source of information for the autistic child; it can be the first step in a process of counselling or psychotherapy or the springboard for a discussion group on autism.Trade Review[this book] takes up the challenge of explaining autism to people with the condition. Presented as a workbook of exercises, the activities focus on the insides and outsides of bodies, people's strong points, preferences and differences, how brains work and contrasting kinds of intelligence, leading on to disability and the consequences of autism. [T]he material signals an important shift - promoting self-awareness, rather than imposing a 'normal' perspective. -- Times Educational SupplementI am Special is a comprehensive workbook designed to help young people understand their autism. It is clearly a much needed tool which I am sure will be welcomed by parents and professionals alike. It offers a detailed and systematic approach to working with individuals with autism aged 10 and over. Adopting a "pick and mix" approach to individualise the programme is recommended by the authors and they stress that the workbook is part of an interactive process and not an end in itself. It is a thoughtful and well planned programme which would be useful in working with individuals with autistic spectrum disorders. -- CommunicationTable of Contents1. Introduction. 2. Introducing autism. 3. Working with `I am Special'. 4. Manual for the worksheets. 5. Worksheets. 6. Appendices. References. Index.

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Book SynopsisKenneth Hall was diagnosed with Asperger Syndrome at the age of eight. His early school years had been difficult, as although he is bright and articulate, his behaviour could be challenging and easily misread. After his diagnosis, the Local Education Board intervened and provided him with a laptop computer, to encourage him to express himself. This book is the result.Kenneth Hall was diagnosed with Asperger Syndrome at the age of eight. He is in a unique position to describe some of the inner experiences and perceptions of autism in childhood. He has a warm and positive attitude to Asperger Syndrome which other children will find inspiring. Insights, struggles and joys are recounted vividly in a frank and humorous way. His book is for anyone interested in understanding more about autism, including parents, siblings, teachers and professionals.Trade ReviewThis book may be good to use as a introduction to discussing Aspergers Syndrome with other children with AS. It may be reassuring for other children to see that other people have similar difficulties to them and also see how someone else has come to terms and/or overcome some of these difficulties. Worth reading. -- Cathy McNeill, ConsultantTo say that this book was simple or child-like would be an insult. Kenneth Hall writes with an innocence, sincerity and insight that perhaps only a child could. This book is essential reading for other young people with Asperger's Syndrome (AS) and those living and working with them. Kenneth describes with great honesty the difficulties he has as a result of his AS, including those at school. Yet, he remains positive about his condition and sees it as a gift. Kenneth is able to explain clearly the many emotions he feels: depression, frustration, joy and appreciation. He is also able to explain why he feels them, perhaps making the reader review their own understanding of AS. Other topics that Kenneth covers are: living without a diagnosis, experiences of home tutoring, women and fashion, the importance of `jammie days', his passion for reading, applied behaviour analysis (ABA), sensory issues and life as a `pringlearian'. Kenneth Hall is a boy who obviously greatly values his life and he clearly has much to offer to other, whether or not they are involved with AS. -- Arlene Cassidy, Director, PAPA, the Northern Ireland Autism CharityKenneth Hall is a ten-year-old boy who has Asperger Syndrome. He is also exceptionally gifted and has written Asperger Syndrome, the Universe and Everything so that we can see and understand the world through his eyes. This book gives a clear insight into what it must be like to view the world in this special way. Hall tells us of his day to day struggles, and joys. -- www.family2000.org.ukChildren with Asperger Syndrome are the best experts on AS. They can tell adults what seems unusual to them about the world. If they tell this to the adults, the adults should do all in their power to make things right for the child. They should try to make their child feel at home. -- Kenneth HallParents, family members and professionals will find that Kenneth's story offers a fascinating insight into the life of an individual with AS this book is a must. -- Ken P. KerrKenneth's book will go some way to raising awareness of the problems and possibilities of highly gifted children with a known learning difficulty. -- Gill RowleyTable of ContentsSECTION ONE: WHO AM I? 1. A few things about Me. 2. Me and Asperger Syndrome. 3. About my life. 4. My favourite things. SECTION TWO: WHAT IS DIFFERENT ABOUT ME. 5. My difficulties. 6. How I feel things. 7. I like being alone. 8. I don't go to school. 9. How I feel about being different. SECTION THREE: MY STRENGTHS. 10. Honesty. 11. Personality. 12. ABA. 13. Taking on challenges. 14. `That shrinking feeling.' SECTION FOUR: MY BELIEFS. 15. Gifts. 16. Intelligence. 17. Nature. 18. Animals. 19. Churches fighting. 20. The media. 21. The news. 22. Gravity and dimensions. 23. Understanding people with AS. 24. Helping AS kids. 25. Titanic. 26. Rules. 27. AS and autism. 28. My future.

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Book SynopsisMost teachers will at some point come across a child with nonverbal learning disabilities, and this practical and informative book will be invaluable in helping them to help such children to achieve their full potential in the classroom.Topics such as finding the right school, curriculum modifications, and social and emotional issues experienced by children with NLD are covered. However, the bulk of the book outlines specific teaching strategies, from how to deal with essay questions, to tips on helping the student master long division and ideas for improving reading comprehension. The author defines and discusses concepts such as frontloading and a cooperative learning environment, and discusses how they benefit the student with NLD.Trade Review[this book] will undoubtedly be of interest and of use to parent and teachers of children with NLD and/or other disorders. The content provides an interesting and informative insight into one mother's devoted work on her child's disorder. -- British Journal of Educational PsychologyPamela Tanquay writes from the heart (she too is a parent of a child with NvLD) though she clearly grasps the subtle, complex and challenging features of NvLD. It describes the most practical of approaches to the debilitating syndrome. This is an excellent companion to her other text: Nonverbal Learning Disabilities at Home: a Parent's guide, with a forword by Byron Rourke FRSC. Both are highly readable, practical texts on NvLD. This book should be on the shelf of every Senco, teacher of specific needs and diagnostician. -- Assessment MattersTable of ContentsForeword 1. NLD - What is it? 2. Anxiety, depression and behaviour. 3. School placement and environment. 4. Communication and social skills. 5. Learning style. 6. Motor Skills 7. Spatial challenges. 8. Arithmetic and math. 9. Reading, spelling and vocabulary. 10. Penmanship, writing and composition. 11. Study skills and homework. 12. Quizzes, exams and standardized testing. References. Index

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Book SynopsisTo many of the people who live or work with an individual with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD), the processes by which those with autism make sense of the world around them may seem mysterious. In Understanding and Working with the Spectrum of Autism Wendy Lawson demonstrates these processes using comparisons from the non-ASD world to help professionals, families and carers to relate to and communicate with people with ASD better. Exercises at the back of the book encourage the reader to reflect on what has been discussed. The second part of the book contains chapters presenting a range of interventions and strategies for particular situations. Wendy illustrates her text with examples from her own life and from the lives of those she has met or worked with to clarify her points. She analyses ASD characteristics and examines interventions for dealing with social skills, anger management and self-esteem. Stress, its effects on the families of children with autism, and how best it can be alleviated, is also explored.Wendy writes in the light of her personal experience of an autism spectrum disorder as well as that of the available literature to create a book that is both readable and wide-ranging, furthering understanding of the links and differences between neurotypical individuals and those with ASD. Her book is an essential introduction to ASD for social workers, nurses, health professionals and those working in related fields.Trade ReviewI particularly liked Wendy's poems, which were simple and insightful accounts of her views on the world. I felt it was a real treat being allowed to read such personal memoirs... I feel that Wendy's personal accounts, coupled with clearly written and concise information made this book a worthwhile read. I have no hesitation in adding it to my bookshelf. -- Rochelle Mitchell, TeacherOverall, I think the personal insights offered in this book will make a significant contribution to our understanding of autistic spectrum disorders. -- Communication MagazineWendy Lawson's Understanding and Working with Spectrum of Autism: An Insider's View is a lively and eclectic blend of analysis, argument, autobiography and poetry. -- OAARSN Book ReviewWendy Lawson, the author of this book, was diagnosed with Asperger's syndrome and, because of this, the content of enriched with fascinating personal insights.Chapters cover existing concepts about autism, how people and children with ASD express themselves, factors that induce stress and anxiety plus difficulties with social skills. In addition to this, the author explores practical ways of managing social contact, anger and stress. At the end of the book, there is a useful list of frequently asked questions with answers and revision exercises.The content helped me to gain a better insight into ASD and would be helpful for any occupational therapist working with either adults or children with ASD. -- British Journal of Occupational TherapyThis book helps parents and others to find ways into the world of the person with autism. Its aim is to explore the cognitive processes of the ASD individual, in the light of the author's personal experience…The book contains practical suggestions for managing obsessive-compulsive behaviour, avoiding sensory overload and annxiety. It also offers tips for developing social skills which, Lawson argues, should be taught in social situations, to overcome ASD individuals' difficulties in generalising... Overall, this book succeeds in brridging the gap between ASD and 'neuro-typical' individuals. -- RCSLT BulletinWendy Lawson's new book furthers understanding of the links and differences between neuro-typical individuals (anyone who is not autistic) and those with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). As I read the book, which is well written, humorous and enjoyable, I felt as if I was talking to someone who really understands the difficulties that parents experience. Her personal experience of living with Asperger Syndrome is so clearly explained and gives parents, carers and professionals a unique insight into autistic children's different view of life. She analyses ASD characteristics and looks at ways of dealing with social skills, anger management and self-esteem, as well as examining the effects of stress on the family. There are also exercises at the back of the book to encourage the reader to think about what she has discussed, and suggestions for interventions and strategies for coping with difficult situations. I am glad to have my own copy at home to dip into, when I need a little advice from an expert! -- AFASIC NewsThe purpose of the book is to increase awareness and understanding of autistic spectrum disorder(ASD), and cognitive processes in individuals who have a diagnosis of ASD.Ultimatley, it aims to enable others to relate better to people with ASD.Wendy uses humour, relevant literature, practical issues, case histories, personal experience and her amazing poetry throughout the book, which definatley ensures the purpose of the book is achieved. "Understanding and Working with the Spectrum of Autism: An Insiders View" is an excellently written book which I would recommend to any professional, person with ASD, carers, or parents. Its ability to provide new insights into understanding ASD and how to deal with it also increased the reader's awareness of the need to make ourselves better understood and more predictable to the person with ASD, rather than the other way round. -- Michelle Griffin, Nurse Specialist, Community Behavioural Team, (Worcestershire NHS)I found it to be full of fascinating insights and observations which illuminate what it is like to have an autistic spectrum disorder... I think the personal insights offered in this book will make a significant contribution to our understanding of autistic spectrum disorders. -- CommunicationTable of ContentsForeword by Margot Prior. 1. Introduction. PART ONE: THE SPECTRUM OF AUTISM: GENERAL CONCEPTS. 2. Keys to understanding the spectrum of autism. 3. Differences in 'a label'. 4. Factors that influence autistic expression. 5. Obsessive, compulsive and self-injurious behaviour. PART TWO: THE SPECTRUM OF AUTISM AND STRESS-RELATED ISSUES. 6. Overview of ASD cognition and family stress: What does this mean in practice? 7. Anxiety. 8. What might it mean to acknowledge difference? PART THREE: IDEAS FOR ACTION. 9. Practical implications and interventions. 10. Social understanding.11. Social stories. 12. Questions I have been asked. 13. Commonly asked questions about autism. 14. Exercises. Glossary. Appendices. References. Index.

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Book SynopsisTo understand the ways people with autism think, Peter Vermeulen argues, we need to try to get inside their world. The latest scientific thinking is clearly explained, and illustrated by numerous personal accounts. This introductory book offers the reader a real window into the autistic mind and the very individual way in which it processes information.Honest and accessible, this book will be invaluable to anyone involved in the care of an autistic child.Trade ReviewThe humour adds greatly to the text and results in a light-hearted and enjoyable read. This does not detract from either the seriousness of the condition or the information provided.Peter Vermeulen intends the book to counter the often negative view of autism. He does this admirably without presenting an idealised picture of the condition. The idea that people with autism are not inferior but unique is a central theme. However he refers to autism as a disability and not just an alternative mode of thinking. -- BulletinWe have no idea what it is to see the world through the eyes of autism. We offend the logic of the autistic mind, we confuse with indirect and non-literal language, we exasperate with our unpredictability and our social obsessions. Translation is vital and Peter Vermeulen makes a great contribution towards that increased understanding with this small book. Anyone who reads it, and reads between the lines of the many wonderful anecdotes and examples, must surely be left with a greater respect for the autistic view of the world, and a sense of the value (as well as the challenge) of these very special minds. -- From the Foreword by Francesca HappéThis is a book that anyone who is even in the slightest measure involved in the lives of individuals with autism must keep on the shelves of his home library. -- Ina van Bercklaer-Onnes, Professor, Leiden UniversityThis is an extremely practical book, very useful to all who have to deal directly with the problem of autism. -- Eddy Daniels, IntermediairTable of ContentsForeword, by Francesca Happé. 1. Just describe me as a computer: About this book. 2. Humorous mechanics: About humour and artificial intelligence. 3. When the sign says red you have to stop: About autistic intelligence I. 4. When life is a dotted line: About social behaviour and identity. 5. The button man: About communications. 6. Applefries: About rigidity. 7. Making coffee is not a 2 + 2 problem: About problems and problem solving. 8. Between the lines: About autistic intelligence II. 9. End notes: About the references in this book. Bibliography. Index.

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Book SynopsisPaediatrician Jeanie McAfee originally created this user-friendly social curriculum for her daughter Rachel, who was diagnosed with Asperger’s at age ten. Since then, it has become a staple for parents and educators. It addresses the most urgent problems facing those with Asperger’s Syndrome, high-functioning autism, and related disorders. Dr. McAfee covers how to increase communication skills, recognize and cope with emotions, recognize and prevent stress, develop abstract thinking skills, address behavioural problems, and much more. Tasks are broken down into small steps, repeated until they are mastered, then generalised. Helpful handouts, templates, and forms will help keep teachers and learners on track.Trade ReviewAfter reading this book you can immediately start a program at home or school."—Dr. Tony Attwood"What a wonderful book! What makes it unique is that the mother and physician are one and the same person!! Dr. McAfee turned her love and concern for her own child into this masterfully practical and accessible book that will provide valuable assistance to children, parents, teachers, and professionals around the world."—Edward Hallowell, M.D., Senior Lecturer, Harvard Medical School, and author of Connect and Driven to Distraction"A superb resource for parents and professionals. . . . it provides clear and thorough cognitive behavioral programs for working with children to develop life skills. . . ."--Marjorie Solomon-Friedman, Ph.D., Post Graduate Researcher/M.I.N.D. Scholar

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Book SynopsisFor all educators grades 3 and up, here is a proven ready-to-use resource that tailors writing experiences to the needs of any student having difficulty writing - even the most reluctant writer. Starting with simple words and progressing to sentences, paragraphs, reports, stories, and essays, Let''s Write! Takes into account all ability levels and learning styles to help each student achieve success. Basic to more advanced skills are presented sequentially in lessons that devote small amounts of time to four diverse tasks. The program provides over 200 activities and over 100 worksheets, and is organized into two parts: Part I - focuses on teaching the basic structures of written language in seven sections: Words, Sentences, Paragraphs, Research Reports, Book Reports, Stories, and Essays. Part II - offers a combination of specific skills development and opportunities for practice in nine sections: Grammar, Editing, Poetry, Literature Connection, Holidays, Letters, Using Table of ContentsAbout This Resource. How To Use This Program. PART ONE Word Writing. Sentence Writing. Paragraph Writing. Writing Research Reports. Writing Book Reports. Writing Stories. Writing Essays. PART TWO Grammar. Editing. Writing Poetry. The Literature Connection. Holidays. Writing Letters. Using The Newspaper. Integrating Writing With Real Life And The Rest Of The Curriculum 1. Gimmicks And Gags. Appendix A: List Ideas. Appendix B: Read Aloud Books. Read-Aloud Books.

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Book SynopsisExamines the rhetorical practices that generate and sustain discrimination against disabled people. Demonstrates how ableist values, knowledge, and ways of seeing pervade Western culture and influence social institutions such as law, sport, and religion.Trade Review“Cherney shows how the powerful but mostly invisible rhetoric of ableism shapes beliefs about disability. Carefully argued case studies—from The Exorcist, to the cochlear implant debate, to the Casey Martin controversy—illustrate how ableism operates through the warrants of ‘deviance is evil,’ ‘normal is natural,’ ‘body is able’ and across epistemic, ideological, and visual dimensions. They form the heart of the book, making it accessible and engaging for use in an undergraduate rhetoric or disability studies course.”—Cynthia Lewiecki-Wilson,coeditor of Embodied Rhetorics: Disability in Language and Culture“As illustrated in this rich examination of ableism in Western society, ableism’s tendency to adapt to different time periods and zeitgeists while naturalizing itself through rhetorical repetition means that Cherney’s study heralds a new field of inquiry that takes ableism, geographical specificity, and rhetoric as its nexus.”—Dominique Salas The Quarterly Journal of SpeechTable of ContentsContentsAcknowledgments1. The Rhetorical Dimensions of Ableism2. Fearing Disability and the Possession Narrative3. Ableism and the Cochlear Implant Debate4. Sport as Ableist Institution5. A Rhetorical Model of Disability Notes Bibliography Index

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Book SynopsisFederal laws such as No Child Left Behind mandate that schools demonstrate how federal funds are being spent on scientifically based programs, making it essential that practitioners know which procedures are most effective for improving academic performance.Table of ContentsChapter 1. General Principles of Evidence-Based Instruction. Chapter 2. Phonological Awareness and Beginning Phonics. Chapter 3. Phonics and Sight Word Instruction. Chapter 4. Reading Fluency. Chapter 5. Vocabulary and Reading Comprehension. Chapter 6. Spelling. Chapter 7. Handwriting and Written Expression. Chapter 8. Basic Math Skills. Chapter 9. Math Problem-Solving.

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Book SynopsisHomeschooling the Child with Autism This practical, highly accessible guide answers parents'' and professionals'' questions about teaching children with autism spectrum disorders at home. The book helps parents decide whether to homeschool and guides them through the process of beginning and maintaining an effective homeschool program. All the essential questions are addressed, such as: How do you know if homeschooling is right for you and your child? Which homeschool program is best for the child''s learning style and needs? How should a family get started? What is the best way to address social, behavioral, and organizational skills when teaching a child with ASD? When should you transition back to a traditional public school setting? The book also contains tips and suggestions from real-life parents who have successfully homeschooled their children with ASD and includes lists of helpful resources for homeschoolTrade Review"This book will be invaluable to families choosing or considering a homeschooling option for their child with ASD. In an easily accessible question-and-answer format, the authors provide practical advice and a wealth of resources that will get parents started, support them through common challenges, and help them create a curriculum that meets not only the academic but also the social and behavioral needs of their child. This book provides a beacon of hope to families struggling with educational options for their child." —Sally Ozonoff, Ph.D., endowed professor, University of California–Davis, M.I.N.D. Institute "This is an excellent sourcebook helping parents make informed decisions about homeschooling their children with ASD. Parents will learn how to schedule lessons across the day to incorporate social and academic learning in an environment that balances sensory and mental health needs. All parents, even those not considering homeschooling, will fi nd this book helpful, as it encourages us to foster active learning in the home environment." —Michelle Garcia Winner, founder of the Social Thinking treatment approach and speech language pathologist, San Jose, CA "A must read for parents and teachers who need guidance and encouragement while teaching children with ASD!" —Cathy Stenzel, mother of son with autism "I appreciated reading well-researched information on the home school experience that actually follows the rules." —Diane Youtsey, director of special education, Eureka (CA) Union School District "This book is a ‘life-line’ to parents who homeschool children with autism. The authors have wonderful insight, recommendations, and thoughtful ideas for these parents." —Debbie Baehler, autism specialist, Lassen County (CA) Offi ce of EducationTable of ContentsThe Authors vii Acknowledgments xiii Foreword xv Introduction 1 1 Questions About Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) 3 1 What Is ASD and How Do the Core Areas of Impairment Affect Students in a Traditional School Setting? 3 2 Is There Peer-Reviewed Research That Supports Homeschooling for Students with ASD? 12 3 Why Do Some Families of Children with ASD Consider Homeschooling? 17 2 Questions About Homeschooling 27 4 What Are the Different Types of Homeschooling? 27 5 How Do Parents Choose the Right Type of Homeschool Program for Their Child? 36 6 What Are the Reported Advantages of Homeschooling Children with ASD? 41 7 What Are the Challenges of Homeschooling Children with ASD? 50 3 Questions About Resources for Homeschoolers 67 8 What Supports, Resources, and Curricula Are Available and How Can Families Access Them? 67 9 What Special Education Services Is My Child Entitled to If I Choose to Homeschool? 88 10 How Should a Family Get Started with Homeschooling? 91 4 Questions About Teaching Strategies 101 11 How Should the Core Deficits of Social Skills and Social Thinking Be Addressed? 101 12 How Can Social Opportunities Be Incorporated into the Homeschooler’s Day? 111 13 How Should the Core Deficits in Organizational Skills and Thinking Be Addressed? 117 14 How Can Interests Be Incorporated into Instruction? 131 15 How Should the Daily Schedule Be Designed? 136 16 How Can Parents Address Behavioral Issues? 141 17 How Can Parents Determine the Appropriate Accommodations and Modifications That are Necessary for Curricular Success? 168 5 Questions About Transition 179 18 When Should Parents Consider a Transition Back to Traditional Educational Settings or Programs and How Is This Done? 179 19 How Should a Family Plan for Transition to College? 185 20 What Are Other Postsecondary Options Besides College? 194 6 Questions for Homeschooling Parents 199 Interview with Janelle Lewis 199 Interview with Karen Crum 203 Interview with Connie Ajay 205 Interview with Michelle King 207 Interview with Ann Coe 208 7 Questions for Homeschooled Children on the Autism Spectrum 213 Interview with Ben—Age Eleven 213 Interview with Bobby—Age Thirteen 215 Interview with Katie—Age Fifteen 218 Interview with Ian—Age Seventeen 219 Glossary of Terms and Acronyms 223 Notes 243 Index 253

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Book SynopsisFully revised coverage with the most current diagnoses and treatments for adolescents and adults living with learning and attention disorders Reflecting the most recent and relevant findings regarding Learning Disabilities (LD) and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), this Second Edition of Learning and Attention Disorders in Adolescence and Adulthood provides practitioners in the fields of education and mental health with a set of practical guidelines to assist in the assessment, diagnosis, consultation, and treatment of adolescents and adults struggling with LD and ADHD. The new edition includes: An emphasis on working from strengths?adapting to disabilities and dealing with them successfully on a daily basis New coverage of the causes and long-term implications of LD and ADHD in adolescents and adulthood New chapters on treatment effectiveness; building resiliency and shaping mindsets; cognitive therapy; and Table of ContentsAcknowledgments. Contributors. Preface. PART I: Background. 1 The Changing Face of LD and ADHD in Late Adolescence and Adulthood (Sam Goldstein and Melissa DeVries). 2 Learning Disabilities in Childhood (Sam Goldstein). 3 Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder in Childhood (Sam Goldstein and Melissa DeVries). 4 Adults with Learning Disabilities: Barriers and Progress (Noel Gregg). 5 Children with ADHD Grown Up (Kevin M. Antshel and Russell Barkley). PART II: Assessment. 6 Assessment of Cognitive and Neuropsychological Processes (Jack A. Naglieri and Sam Goldstein). 7 Assessment of Academic Achievement (Nancy Mather and Annmarie Urso). 8 Assessment of Psychiatric Status and Personality Qualities (J. Russell Ramsay, Bradley M. Rosenfield, and Lofton H. Harris). 9 Integration and Formulation of Data (Sam Goldstein and Melissa DeVries). 10 Legal Rights and Qualification Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (Peter S. Latham and Patricia H. Latham). PART III: Treatment. 11 Overview of Current Treatment Protocols (Sam Goldstein). 12 Treatment Effectiveness for LD and ADHD (Anastasia L. Betts). 13 Building Resilience by Shaping Mindsets (Robert B. Brooks). 14 Using Neurocognitive Psychotherapy for LD and ADHD (Carol Ann Robbins and Judith M. Glasser). 15 Strategic Coaching for LD and ADHD (Nancy Ratey and Jodi Sleeper-Triplett). 16 College Programs and Services (Kevin Hills and Ian Campbell). 17 Classroom and Instructional Strategies (Robert J. Volpe, R. Julius Anastasio, and George J. DuPaul). 18 Medications Affecting Behavior and Learning (Anthony L. Rostain). 19 Vocational Programs and Practices (Rob Crawford). 20 Lifestyle and Family Issues (Arthur L. Robin). Author Index. Subject Index.

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Book SynopsisUp-to-date, reliable information about Tourette Syndrome and related disorders for teachers and parents Children with TS are often teased and punished for the unusual yet uncontrollable symptoms of their disorder. Academic failure is common. The Tourette Syndrome/OCD Checklist helps parents and teachers to better understand children and youth with TS and/or OCD and provide the support and interventions these children need. Presented in a simple, concise, easy-to-read checklist format, the book is packed with the latest research, practical advice, and information on a wide range of topics. Provides a wealth of information on Tourette Syndrome, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, and related conditions Includes strategies for discipline and behavior management, advice on supporting and motivating kids with TS and OCD, homework tips, and more Shows how to educate peer students about TS and OCD Loaded with practical information, strategies,Table of ContentsAbout This Book. About the Author. Foreword. Preface. Introduction. Section 1: Basic Information About TS, OCD, and Associated Disorders. 1.1. What Is Tourette Syndrome (TS)? 1.2. Manifestations of Motor Tics. 1.3. Manifestations of Vocal Tics. 1.4. Waxing and Waning of Symptoms. 1.5. Suppression of Symptoms. 1.6. Other Related Tic Disorders. 1.7. Medical Treatment of TS. 1.8. Associated Disorders. 1.9. What Is Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)? 1.10. Dysgraphia. 1.11. Executive Dysfunction. 1.12. Depression. 1.13. Sleep Disorders. 1.14. Sensory Processing. 1.15. Learning Disabilities. 1.16. Auditory Processing Difficulties. 1.17. Social Skills Deficits. 1.18. Behavioral Issues. 1.19. What Is Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)? 1.20. Manifestations of OCD. 1.21. Medical Treatments for OCD. 1.22. Behavioral Interventions for OCD. Section 2: Understanding the Impact of TS and OCD. 2.1. Why It Can Be Difficult to Recognize TS and OCD. 2.2. The Impact of TS and OCD on the Family. 2.3. The Impact of TS on School Performance. 2.4. The Impact of OCD on School Performance. 2.5. Tips for Accentuating the Positive. 2.6. Tips for Ensuring Success at School. Section 3: Checklists for Parents. 3.1. What Parents Can Do at Home and at School to Support Children with TS and OCD. 3.2. Preventing Meltdowns and Other Behaviors Through Positive Behavioral Management and Supports. 3.3. Accommodations, Tips, and Environmental Changes. 3.4. Managing Homework. 3.5. Suggestions for School Breaks, Rainy Weekends, and Summer Vacation. 3.6. School Issues. 3.7. Synopsis of an Individualized Education Plan (IEP). 3.8. Tips for Being an Effective Advocate. 3.9. Sample Letter for Requesting an IEP Section 4: Checklist for Teachers. 4.1. Top Ten Things Teachers Need to Know About Tourette Syndrome. 4.2. Tips for Working with Students with TS and OCD in the Classroom. 4.3. Tips for Training Staff on Working with Students with TS and OCD. 4.4. Tips for Educating Peers About TS and OCD. 4.5. A Peer in-Service Model. 4.6. Strategies for Dealing with Motor and Vocal Tics in the Classroom. 4.7. Accommodating Motor Tics. 4.8. Dealing with Vocal Tics. 4.9. Accommodating Vocal Tics. 4.10. Attitude Is Everything. 4.11. Classroom Observation Form. 4.12. Tips for Addressing Challenging Behaviors. 4.13. Functional Behavioral Assessment and Positive Behavior Intervention Plan for Students with TS, OCD, and ADHD. 4.14. Accommodations for Associated Disorders. Section 5: Other Helpful Checklists for Parents and Teachers. 5.1. Educational Rights of Students with TS and OCD. 5.2. Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). 5.3. What Is a 504 Accommodation Plan? 5.4. Requesting Services. 5.5. Sample Physician's Letter. 5.6. How to Proceed If You Disagree with the School's Evaluation. 5.7. Being a Role Model for Children with TS and OCD—and for Their Peers. 5.8. Relaxation Techniques. 5.9. School Placement. 5.10. Sources of Help and Support. 5.11. Recommended Organizations, Web Sites, Books, Videos, Articles, and Brochures. Appendix: Real-Life Scenarios. Motor and Vocal Tics. Tap, Tap, Tap. “I Have a Chicken in My Pants”. PB and J. The Dreaded Cursing. Head, Shoulders, Knees, and Toes. Where Should Jeannie Sit? No Applause Necessary. Self-Abusive Tics. OCD and Anxiety. The Clipboard Chronicle. Dairy Dilemma. Locker Phobia. Toeing the Line. Why Theresa Feels Trapped. Can You Hear Me Now? What If I Choke? “But You Promised Chicken”. Kids Don't Tell. To the Point. Thank God for Purell. Scantron Saga. Dysgraphia. When Writing Hurts. Photo Op. To See or Not to See. Behavior Plans. Hash Browns, French Fries, or Tater Tots: Any Kind of Potatoes Will Do. The X Box Does It. Miscellaneous. I Like Ben Better. Executive Dysfunction. A Shoe Will Do. Circling the Wagons. Index.

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Book SynopsisA new approach to help kids with ADHD and LD succeed in and outside the classroom This groundbreaking book addresses the consequences of the unabated stress associated with Learning disabilities and ADHD and the toxic, deleterious impact of this stress on kids' academic learning, social skills, behavior, and efficient brain functioning.Table of ContentsForeword ixby Edward M. Hallowell Acknowledgments xi Introduction 1 Part One: The Neurobiology of Stress 1. Stayin’ Alive: Understanding the Human Brain and How It Responds to Stress 17 2. Stress Goes to School 37 Part Two: Making Sense of LD and ADHD 3. What’s in a Name? Clearing Up Misperceptions About Learning Disabilities 53 4. Demystifying ADHD 83 5. Decoding Stress with Neuropsychological Evaluations 105 Part Three: How Kids “SAVE FASE” and DE-STRESS 6. Nowhere to Hide: How Negative Behaviors Help Kids “Save FASE” 133 7. From Distress to DE-STRESS: Breaking the FASE Cycle and Putting Kids on the Path to Competence 149 Part Four: Special Messages for Teachers and Parents 8. Making Schools Stress-Less and Success-Full for Students with LD and ADHD 201 9. Parents and Families: Home Is Where the Heart (and Heartache) Is 245 Conclusion: All’s Well That Ends…Well . . . 275 Appendix A: Resources for Families and Teachers 285 Appendix B: Forms and Activities 289 References 300 About the Author 306 Index 308

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Book SynopsisThe purpose of this book is to help educators increase their proficiency in analyzing and teaching writing to students with learning disabilities. The text is organized into nine chapters. The first is the introductory chapter, the second provides a review of the various components of written language and the types of difficulties that students may have with handwriting, spelling, usage, vocabulary and text structure. The third chapter provides an overview of the writing process approach. The fourth chapter reviews the legal protections and various accommodations to which students are entitled. Chapters five, six and seven contain summaries of instructional strategies that may be used to enhance student performance in the areas of handwriting, basic skills and written expression. The eighth chapter presents analyses of writing samples from students in first-through eighth-grade levels that are reviewed within a diagnostic-prescriptive format. Chapter nine contains writing samples with Table of ContentsComponents of Written Language. Writing Process Approach. Accommodations and Modifications. Handwriting. Basic Skills. Written Expression. Analysis of Writing Samples. Additional Writing Samples. Appendices. References. Indexes.

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Book SynopsisThe importance of learning mathematics is constantly stressed by educationalists and employers alike. Yet survey after survey shows that large numbers of children leave school lacking both competence and interest in mathematics. What is going wrong and what should be done about it? In Children and Number Martin Hughes proposes a new perspective on children''s early attempts to understand mathematics. He describes the surprisingly substantial knowledge about number which children acquire naturally before they start school, and contrasts this with the difficulties presented by the formal written symbolism of mathematics in the classroom. He argues that children need to build links between their informal and their formal understanding of number, and shows what happens when these links are not made. Children and Number describes many novel ways in which young children can be helped to learn about number. The author shows that the written symbols childrTrade Review"This is a useful book, both for teachers and students in education. Each chapter has a concise overview and the index is clear and accessible. The bibliography is extensive, and all the big names are here including Cockroft, Donaldson and Shuard. It is easy to read and well-illustrated throughout, with lots of practical suggestions for classroom use." Suzanne Hewitt, Times Educational Supplement "Simply essential reading for the primary school teacher." David Jones, Child Education Children and Number has been awarded the Standing Conference on Studies in Education prize for the best book on education published in 1986Table of ContentsForeword: Margaret Donaldson. Introduction. 1. What is the Problem?. 2. Piaget under Attack. 3. Addition and Subtraction before School. 4. What's so Hard About Two and Two. 5. Children's Invention of Written Arithmetic. 6. The Written Number Systems of Other Cultures. 7. Understanding the Written Symbolism of Arithmetic. 8. Children's Difficulties in School. 9. Learning through Number Games. 10. Learning with LOGO. 11. A New Approach to Number. References. Index.

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Book SynopsisIt is essential that today’s educators and school leaders are more informed about the legal rights and entitlements of students with disabilities. This resource provides eight easy-to-implement lesson plans on special education law that require no legal knowledge and can be facilitated by school principals, special education directors, teachers, or university instructors.

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Book SynopsisFamily-professional partnerships are essential to early intervention practice. However, building and sustaining these partnerships is complex. This book is about digging deeper and looking closer at what it takes to have successful relationships with every family. The authors explore seven partnership concepts, brought to life through the words and perspectives of families and professionals.

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Book SynopsisPractical, up-to-date guidance on identifying Specific Learning Disability Essentials of Specific Learning Disability Identification provides accessible, authoritative guidance on specific learning disability (SLD), with the most up-to-date information on assessment, identification, interventions, and more. Contributions by leading experts examine multiple theoretical orientations and various identification approaches for dyslexia, dyscalculia, dysgraphia, and other common SLDs. Emphasizing real-world utility, this book provides important information for professionals who work with children and youth at risk; many of the SLD identification practices can be put to work immediately, and the expert coverage offers many strategies and interventions for student support in the classroom. This new second edition has been updated to align with the most current understanding of SLD manifestations, diagnostic assessment, and evidence-based interventions, and includes new materiaTable of ContentsForeword ix Series Preface xiii Acknowledgments xv Part One Definitions and Manifestations of Specific Learning Disabilities 1 One Overview of Specific Learning Disabilities 3 Marlene Sotelo-Dynega, Dawn P. Flanagan, and Vincent C. Alfonso Two The Neuropsychology of Reading Disorders: How SLD Manifests in Reading 29 Steven G. Feifer Three How SLD Manifests in Mathematics 59 Michèle M. M. Mazzocco and Rose Vukovic Four How SLD Manifests in Writing 103 Nancy Mather and Barbara J. Wendling Five How SLD Manifests in Oral Expression and Listening Comprehension 145 Nickola Wolf Nelson and Elisabeth H. Wiig Six Nonverbal Learning Disabilities 195 Margaret Semrud-Clikeman Part Two Methods and Models of Specific Learning Disability Identification 219 Seven A Response to Intervention (RTI) Approach to SLD Identification 221 Jack M. Fletcher and Jeremy Miciak Eight Using Student Response to Intervention to Identify SLD: Requirements, Recommendations, and Future Research 257 Matthew K. Burns, Kathrin E. Maki, Kristy Warmbold-Brann, and June L. Preast Nine Cognitive Neuroscientific Contributions to Theoretical Understanding of SLD 285 Scott L. Decker, Rachel M. Bridges, and Tayllor Vetter Ten Integrating Instructionally Relevant SLD Diagnoses, Patterns of Strengths and Weaknesses, and Positive Home-School Partnerships: Free and Appropriate Public Education for All 307 Nicole Lynn Alston-Abel and Virginia Berninger Eleven Dual Discrepancy/Consistency Operational Definition of SLD: Integrating Multiple Data Sources and Multiple Data-Gathering Methods 329 Dawn P. Flanagan, Vincent C. Alfonso, Megan C. Sy, Jennifer T. Mascolo, Erin M. McDonough, and Samuel O. Ortiz Twelve Pattern of Strengths and Weaknesses Made Easy: The Discrepancy/Consistency Method 431 Jack A. Naglieri and Steven G. Feifer Thirteen Core Selective Evaluation Process (C-SEP) and Dual Discrepancy/Consistency (DD/C) Models for SLD Identification: A Case Study Approach 475 Gail M. Cheramie, G. Thomas Schanding Jr., and Kristin Streich Part 3 Special Considerations in Specific Learning Disability Identification 503 Fourteen Difference or Disorder: Assessment of SLD with an English Learner 505 Samuel O. Ortiz, Kristan E. Melo, and Meghan A. Terzulli Fifteen Differential Diagnosis of SLD Versus Other Difficulties 549 Benjamin J. Lovett and David A. Kilpatrick About the Editors 573 About the Contributors 575 Author Index 577 Subject Index 597

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Book SynopsisOver the past 30 years, Dr. Monastra has treated more than 15,000 clients who have ADHD. In this indispensable book he shares the knowledge he has gained. Children with ADHD struggle so much with inattention or hyperactivity and impulsivity that they have trouble succeeding at home, at school, with friends, or on the playing field.Parenting Children With ADHD, now in its second edition, shows how you can become your child’s best advocate, helping to improve attention, behavioral control, and social skills. Engaging and straightforward, the book is directed at caregivers of children who have, or might have, ADHD. Dr. Monastra discusses all the relevant issues for parents, including psychological treatment, diet, educational laws, and practical coping strategies for both parents and children.It shows how to obtain a comprehensive evaluation, how to get help from school systems, and how to use medication and parenting techniques to significantlyTrade ReviewMonastra presents the material in easy-to-understand lessons that make this second edition the must-have resources for parents with ADHD children. * Doody’s Review Service *Table of ContentsPreface to the Second EditionIntroduction Everybody Doesn't Have a Little Bit of ADHD Parenting Doesn't Cause ADHD, Genes Do! Medicines Don't Cure ADHD, but They Can Help Nutrition Does Matter Students With ADHD Are Entitled to Help at School Kids Need a Reason to Learn You'll Get Lost Without a Lesson Plan Temperament May be Inherited, but Emotional Control Is Learned Yelling Rarely Solves Anything Now That You Have Their Attention, What Do You Really Want Them to Learn? Parents Are People Too! It Don't Come Easy: Troubleshooting Tips Final Thoughts: A Personal PerspectiveSupplemental ResourcesIndexAbout the Author

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Book SynopsisThis book features practical strategies for helping children and teens with ADHD develop essential life skills such as making friends, having conversations, building confidence, and developing sensitivity to others.Table of ContentsIntroduction Life Lesson 1. Succeeding in Life Isn't Easy, but It Starts Out Simple: Eat, Sleep, and Exercise Life Lesson 2. Making Yourself Heard by Staying Calm Life Lesson 3. Getting What You Want in Life Without Getting Into Trouble Life Lesson 4. Being Confident, Part 1: Master Something That Matters to Your Peers Life Lesson 5. Being Confident, Part 2: Face Your Fears Life Lesson 6. Finding Out What Others Like to Talk About Life Lesson 7. Sometimes Making Faces Can Be a Good Idea Life Lesson 8. Ignoring Teasing Will Not Make It Go Away Life Lesson 9. Every Day, Find Ways to Show Appreciation Life Lesson 10. Kindness Is Contagious Life Lesson 11. Organization Is Not a Four-Letter Word! Life Lesson 12. Persistence Pays Off Final Thoughts: A Personal PerspectiveSupplemental ResourcesIndexAbout the AuthorAbout the Cartoonists

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Book SynopsisDisability Services in Higher Educationisthe first comprehensive guide for people working in the field of ADA compliance in higher education. The authors examine how disabilitiesare supported to ensure students receive appropriate accommodations throughout their collegiate experience as well as provide guidance on overall campus accessibility. This volume provides an overview of the responsibilities of a Disabilities Service professionalthrough an examination of relevant literature, laws and regulatory language, case law, and narrative on established practices. It also offers resources that current professionals can modify foruse in their day-to-day practice immediately. The authors explore the complexities of accessibility, paying careful attention to the nuances of disability evaluation, accommodation decisions, management of a disability service office, advocating for resources and collaboration within and outside of higher education institutions. This practitioner-friendly book wilTrade Review“Whether you are working directly in disability services, supervising those who are doing so, or serving as an institutional partner, this text provides a great entry point for professionals in higher education. Readers will find a comprehensive grounding in the letter and spirit of the law that establishes a firm foundation for how institutions serve students with disabilities. The authors draw from their experience to offer specific examples, reflective exercises, and practical tools to help manage day-to-day operations.”—Kaela Parks, Director of Accessible Education & Disability Resources at Portland Community College“The field of disability services has undergone rapid change in recent years. In Disability Services in Higher Education the authors have assembled an exceptional text that reflects both theoretical and practice-based content. For example, it provides readers with the opportunity to consider campus accessibility through the lens of both case law and campus culture. Moreover, it does so while also sharing many practical tools for disability services professionals including policy statements, sample office forms, and letters, as well as many helpful professional tips based upon years of field-based experience. This text should be considered required reading for new and seasoned professionals; all affiliated professionals who promote access, equity, and inclusion; and all future disability services professionals studying the field.”—Dr. Lyman L. Dukes III, Professor, Exceptional Student Education, at the University of South Florida

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Book SynopsisDisability Services in Higher Educationisthe first comprehensive guide for people working in the field of ADA compliance in higher education. The authors examine how disabilitiesare supported to ensure students receive appropriate accommodations throughout their collegiate experience as well as provide guidance on overall campus accessibility. This volume provides an overview of the responsibilities of a Disabilities Service professionalthrough an examination of relevant literature, laws and regulatory language, case law, and narrative on established practices. It also offers resources that current professionals can modify foruse in their day-to-day practice immediately. The authors explore the complexities of accessibility, paying careful attention to the nuances of disability evaluation, accommodation decisions, management of a disability service office, advocating for resources and collaboration within and outside of higher education institutions. ThisTrade Review“Whether you are working directly in disability services, supervising those who are doing so, or serving as an institutional partner, this text provides a great entry point for professionals in higher education. Readers will find a comprehensive grounding in the letter and spirit of the law that establishes a firm foundation for how institutions serve students with disabilities. The authors draw from their experience to offer specific examples, reflective exercises, and practical tools to help manage day-to-day operations.”—Kaela Parks, Director of Accessible Education & Disability Resources at Portland Community College“The field of disability services has undergone rapid change in recent years. In Disability Services in Higher Education the authors have assembled an exceptional text that reflects both theoretical and practice-based content. For example, it provides readers with the opportunity to consider campus accessibility through the lens of both case law and campus culture. Moreover, it does so while also sharing many practical tools for disability services professionals including policy statements, sample office forms, and letters, as well as many helpful professional tips based upon years of field-based experience. This text should be considered required reading for new and seasoned professionals; all affiliated professionals who promote access, equity, and inclusion; and all future disability services professionals studying the field.”—Dr. Lyman L. Dukes III, Professor, Exceptional Student Education, at the University of South Florida

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Book SynopsisPlanning a curriculum that includes all students, including those with ASD can be a challenging task but well worth the effort needed to design appropriate instructional activities. This book identifies strategies that highlight students' skills, and abilities through collaborative practices, environmental design and assistive technologies.Table of ContentsPart I. Developing Instruction for Students With Autism Spectrum DisordersChapter 1. Understanding Students With Autism Spectrum Disorders Michelle GrenierChapter 2. Autism Spectrum Disorders From the Family Perspective Teri Todd and Ann GriffinChapter 3. Accessing the Curriculum Through the Inclusion Spectrum Michelle GrenierChapter 4. Proactive Strategies for Inclusion [chapters 4 and 5 were combined] Michelle Grenier and Ann GriffinChapter 5. Reducing Stress to Optimize Learning Rebecca LytleChapter 6. Assessment and the IEP Process Martin Block and Andrea Taliaferro Part II. Individual, Small Group, and Game ActivitiesChapter 7. Individualized Games and Activities Ann GriffinChapter 8. Group Games and Activities Pat Yeaton and Michelle Grenier

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Book Synopsis “We each have Skype accounts and use them to discuss [Moby-Dick] face to face. Once a week, we spread the worded whale out in front of us; we dissect its head, eyes, and bones, careful not to hurt or kill it. The Professor and I are not whale hunters. We are not letting the whale die. We are shaping it, letting it swim through the Web with a new and polished look.”—Tito Mukhopadhyay Since the 1940s researchers have been repeating claims about autistic people''s limited ability to understand language, to partake in imaginative play, and to generate the complex theory of mind necessary to appreciate literature. In See It Feelingly Ralph James Savarese, an English professor whose son is one of the first nonspeaking autistics to graduate from college, challenges this view. Discussing fictional works over a period of years with readers from across the autism spectrum, Savarese was stunned by the readers'' ability to expand Trade Review"Impassioned and persuasive. . . . A fresh and absorbing examination of autism." * Kirkus Reviews *"This idealistic argument for the social value of literature and for the diversity of autism as a condition is a rewarding endeavor. . . ." * Publishers Weekly *"This is a powerful book — one that really must be experienced. It is a book that unlocks doors to the many rooms of autism and is likely to surprise the thinking of anyone who steps into them. It carries within it the possibilities of new perspectives on literary work, a greater understanding of autistic neurology, and the chance to meet some remarkable individuals. Read it." -- Michael Northen * Wordgathering *"Savarese has produced a masterpiece, simultaneously dense and accessible. His voice moves freely—alternating among lyrical, narrative, and instructive—never losing the flow, never dipping into pedantry, never soaring too far toward the abstract for the reader to follow. Not only is this collection of essays brimming with the most important information and ideas about autism, it is a collaboration of rare beauty." -- Maxfield Sparrow * Thinking Person's Guide to Autism *"Savarese shows that literature—with its imagery, inclusivity, and rich detail—is a natural tent pole for a truly neurodiverse community, one populated by autists and neurotypicals alike. . . . The radical possibility this book ultimately offers is that the gap that has for so long existed between nonverbal autists and neurotypicals can be bridged through literature. Literature is, as Whitman said of himself, large, and contains multitudes." -- Ittai Orr * Synapsis *"Readers will find this book to be a work of art as Ralph Savarese not only exhibits an understanding of the beauty of teaching but also of the language of the autistic mind. Savarese’s literary creation demystifies the limits of the autistic mind by following five autistic adults through their interpretation of and response to classic literature. . . . Highly recommended. Advanced undergraduates and above; professionals and general readers." -- D. Pellegrino * Choice *"The sense of critical self-reflection is crucial to this enterprise, and is evident throughout the book. Thankfully, this never veers into self-indulgence; as such, [Savarese's] ethnographic work in this area is an exemplar to all those who study ‘others,’ as outsiders with situated knowledge." -- Alison Wilde * Disability & Society *"To imagine an autistic rhetoric or an autistic literature is to struggle, audaciously, against a legacy of neurotypical people failing to imagine autism as anything other than lack. That struggle is joined . . . by Ralph [James] Savarese, whose See It Feelingly gives us five extraordinary examples of autistic readers’ responses to literature. It’s like Norman Holland’s classic work of reader-response criticism, 5 Readers Reading . . . except with autism." -- Michael Bérubé * Public Books *"Powered by his enthusiasm for connecting with autistics and for representing the fullness of their humanity, See It Feelingly is that rare book in English studies that succeeds as creative nonfiction: a memoir of teaching non-traditional learners that makes a provocative claim for the primacy of the senses in reading literature." -- Dawn Coleman * Leviathan *"Savarese incorporates storytelling, memoir, and poetry into See It Feelingly, which you will read feelingly, from the opening line." -- Deborah Jenson * American Literature *"... See it Feelingly is a wonderful addition to contemporary work being done in critical autism studies and accessible education." -- Jennifer Marchisotto * Disabilities Studies Quarterly *Table of ContentsForeword / Stephen Kuusisto xi Acknowledgments xv Introduction 1 Prologue: River of Words, Raft of Our Conjoined Neurologies 15 1. From a World as Fluid as the Sea 23 2. The Heavens of the Brain 57 3. Andys and Auties 86 4. Finding Her Feet 122 5. Take for Grandin 155 Epilogue 191 Notes 197 Bibliography 247 Index 261

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Book SynopsisDrawing upon their years of research and personal experience, contributors to this text provide educators with useful guidelines on teaching language arts, math, and science to students with significant disabilities. Unlike other, more theoretical volumes, this book offers practical suggestions for providing access to the general curriculum. Some of the best known researchers in curriculum and instruction, including Debby Houston, Michael Wehmeyer, June Downing, Terri Ward, Belva Collins, Claudia Flowers, Karena Cooper-Duffy and Jacqui Kearns, weigh in on this important subject. Geared toward primary and secondary school teachers, this book focuses on what to teach and how to teach. Moreover, it describes how to address academic content standards.Table of ContentsAccess to the General Curriculum; Why Teach the General Curriculum; Promoting Access to the General Curriculum for Students with Significant Cognitive Disabilities; Language Arts; Building Literacy for Students at the Presymbolic and Early Symbolic Levels; From Sight Words to Emerging Literacy; Learning to Read: Phonics and Fluency; Balanced Literacy and Embedded Instruction for Students with Severe Disabilities; Math and Science; Enhancing Numeracy; Addressing Math Standards and Functional Math; Science Standards and Functional Skills: Finding the Links; Developing Math and Science Skills in General Education Contexts; Alignment of Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment; How Students Demonstrate Academic Performance in Portfolio Assessment; Promoting the Alignment of Curriculum, Assessment, and Instruction.

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Book SynopsisAs the Higher Education Opportunity Act opens the door to more options and supports, more and more students with intellectual disabilities are 'thinking college'. That means high schools, colleges, and universities must be fully prepared to meet the needs of students with disabilities - and this comprehensive resource is just what they need. Developed by two of the most respected experts on this hot topic, this book uncovers the big picture of today's postsecondary options and reveals how to support students with disabilities before, during, and after a successful transition to college. Throughout the book, vignettes and first-person narratives from students and families underscore the benefits and challenges of PSE, and detailed profiles of real programs illustrate what a wide range of postsecondary options look like. Readers will also get the helpful tools they need to create effective programs and ease students' transition to PSE, including a self-advocacy checklist, a program evaluation tool, sample student schedules, and a college-planning checklist for students and families. With this thorough guide to today's PSE options and tomorrow's possibilities, professionals will help students with intellectual disabilities take full advantage of their educational opportunities - and set the stage for a successful, fulfilling community life.

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