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What is Asperger syndrome, and how will it affect me?  A guide for young people(2)

Martine Ives, NAS Autism Helpline

 

 

Asperger’s

When My Autism Gets Too Big!

Kari Dunn Buron

 

 

Books for Kids

Who took my shoe? (2)

Karen Emigh

 

 

Books for Kids

Why Don’t They Like Me? (2)

Susan M. Sheridan, Ph.D.

 

 

Books for Kids

With Open Arms (10)

Mary Schlieder

 

 

Social Skills

Women From Another Planet? (2)

Jean Kearns Miller

 

 

Novels

Wonderboard: When I Grow Up

Dowling Magnetics

 

 

Early Childhood Materials

Wonderboard: Wonder Wheels

Dowling Magnetics

 

 

Early Childhood Materials

Workshops for Siblings of Children with Special Needs

Donald J. Meyer & Patricia F. Vadasy

 

 

Parents/Family

Writing Social Stories with Carol Gray (2 VHS tapes and 1 manual)

Carol Gray

 

 

Communication

You’re Going to Love This Kid (4)

Paula Kluth

 

 

Education

You’re Welcome (4)

Patrick Schwarz & Paula Kluth

 

 

Education

Your Life Is Not a Label

Jerry Newport

 

 

Novels

 

 

What is Asperger's Syndrome, and How Will It Affect Me? – A Guide for Young People Ives, Martin,  NAS Autism Helpline Provides a brief introduction to the most common areas of difficulty for young people with AS, this reader friendly booklet provides a list of practical tips to help with common problems.   It also ends with a list of answers to frequently asked questions by young people.
When My Worries Get Too Big!  A Relaxation Book for Children Who Live with Anxiety Kari Dunn Buron This is a book that helps children get through some of those tough times in life.  A child with anxiety needs to know and understand why it is important to be able to relax.

Formerly Published as When My Autism Gets too Big

Whispering Shadows:  Think Clearly and Claim Your Personal Power Nichols, Polly; & Shaw, Martha Using a visual approach, this book teaches young people to think like their own “personal scientists.”  The payoff comes in better social and academic adjustment and personal satisfaction.
Who Took My Shoe?   Emigh, Karen This book helps children understand the “why” questions that complicate their lives.  The book is beautifully illustrated and entertaining for children who have a hard time with abstract concepts.
Win – Win IEP  Fouse, Beth  Ph.D. Includes latest IDEA regulation.  The book offers legal case studies, state and federal regulation, parents’ rights , teachers’ legal responsibilities, mistakes parents make, and much more.
Women from Another Planet?  Our lives in the Universe of Autism Miller, Jean This book is for anyone who is struggling with any part of the spectrum.  Whether they are officially diagnosed, self-diagnosed, wondering about, or any other aspect of dealing with life.
Writing Social Stories with Carol Gray   This is an actual Social Stories Workshop on video tape.  Easy way to learn to correct way to write social stories and how to utilize them in a way that will be beneficial for the students
You’re Going to Love This Kid  Kluth, Paula A strategy filled guidebook for including students with autism in both the primary and secondary school classrooms. GREAT RESOURCE!
Your Defiant Child: 8 Steps to Better Behavior Barkley, Russell; & Benton, Christine This proven program helps restore your loving relationship with your child and bring peace to your home.”  An introduction of getting to know the defiant child is followed by eight practical steps, including paying attention, using praise, offering rewards, timeout. Working with your child’s teacher, thinking aloud and ahead, and more.
Your Life is NOT a Label Newport, Jerry An encouraging, insightful and practical guide for teens and young adults with Asperger’s or high-functioning autism.  Advice on dating, money, driving, traveling, living independently and more!  This informative engaging book will help these people live fuller, more independent lives.