Decoding Social Mysteries Through the Unique Perspectives of Autism
Born with autism, Temple and Sean now famously live successful social lives. However, their paths were quite different. Temple's logical mind controlled her social behavior. She interacted with many adults and other children, experiencing varied social situations. Logic informed her decision to obey social rules and avoid unpleasant consequences. ......
Candid Advice for Teens, Tweens, and Parents, from a Young Man with Asperger's Syndrome
The teenage years are a time when being social is the #1 priority for kids. But for kids with Asperger's, who have acute social challenges, these years can be the most difficult, confusing time in their lives. Enter J.D. Kraus, a young man who has been there, done that! He offers practical advice to his peers so that they can get the most out of ......
Squirmy Wormy is a wonderful little children's book about a boy named Tyler, who has autism and SPD (Sensory Processing Disorder). Together with Tyler, the reader learns about SPD, and what everyday easy therapys he can do by himself feel better. For instance: ""I feel like running really fast, run run run! Maybe I just need a s-q-u-e-e-z-e ......
Integrating Evidence-Based Practices Throughout the Student's Day
The Comprehensive Autism Planning System for Individuals (CAPS) is a reflection of its creator. In his role as a state and national leader, Shawn Henry serves as an advocate for autistic individuals. Shawn and co-author Brenda Smith Myles clearly describe each element of the CAPS model in a well-organized text. Throughout the book, the authors and ......
An award-winning bestseller gets even better! Every parent, teacher, social worker, therapist, and physician should have this succinct and informative book in their back pocket. Framed with both humor and compassion, the book describes ten characteristics that help illuminate-not define-children with autism. Ellen's personal experiences as a ......
The World's Leading Expert on Autism Shares Her Advice and Experiences
Here is your pocket guide to Temple Grandin and a great introduction to her thoughts and advice on both autism and sensory issues. Temple Grandin is a doctor of animal science, a professor at Colorado State University, a best-selling author, an autism activist, and a consultant on animal behaviour. She also invented the ""squeeze machine"", a ......
Activities for Teaching Social Interaction Skills to Students
To many children on the autism spectrum, social skills pose greater challenges than academics! This series of social skills activities are designed to help elementary-aged students with autism spectrum and other social cognitive deficits succeed in the social realm. Group lessons are organized under four types of skills necessary for social ......
You know them: they can't get their coats on straight, are easily distracted, impulsive, over- or under-sensitive to sounds, lights, textures, etc. In this book, you'll find tried and true instructions for developing their fine motor, "organizing," and motor planning skills, and providing an appropriate "Sensory Diet" that will benefit all your ......
Helpful Hints for All Educators of Students with Autism and Related Disabilities
Children and youth with autism and related exceptionalities have great potential. However, all too often their abilities are not realized. Simple Strategies That Work provides easy-to-implement ideas and suggestions that teachers can use to help students with autism and related needs on the road to success. The book discusses how teachers can ......
