The following resources are listed in alphabetical order by title. A wide range of topics are represented, dealing with subjects from personal experiences, to assistance and planning strategies for parents, teachers and other professionals.
When you have found something you are interested in, please come to the ASD office at ESU #13 and check it out. If you cannot check it out in person, contact Vicki Rutter at vrutter@esu13.org .
Everyone is sure to find something of interest listed here!
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| A Child Called Noah | Greenfeld, Josh | This isn’t the first book about a Child with Noah’s infirmity. But it certainly is one of the best |
| A "5" Could Make Me Lose Control for Evaluating and supporting highly anxious students | Kari Dunn Buron | Hands -on activity helps students who are highly anxious cope with their stress by systematizing social and emotional information. Suggestion for how to include it as a part of the FBA and a problem-solving activity are included. |
| A "5" is Against the Law | Kari Dunn Buron | This book takes a narrower look at challenging behavior with a particular focus on behaviors that can spell trouble for adolescents and young adults who have difficulty understanding and maintaining social boundaries. |
| A Guide to Asperger's Syndrome | Gillberg, Christopher | Chistopher Gillberg is a Professor of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at the University of Goteborg in Sweden and the University of London, UK |
| A Guide to Successful Employment for Individuals with Autism | This book describes in a very thorough, practical, and positive way how even those who are most severely affected by the disorder can succeed in the workplace | |
| Amazingly Alphie: Understanding and Accepting Different Ways of Being | Roz Espin | Great Read for teachers, parents and students. Can be used easily with peers in a peer training. Easy to understand. |
| A Parent’s Guide to Asperger's Syndrome & High Functioning Autism: How to Meet the Challenges and Help your Child Thrive | Ozonoff, Sally; Dawson, Geraldine; & McPartland, James | Some books on this topic can make you cry, but this one will empower you to action |
| A Pictures Worth: Pecs and Other Visual Communication Strategies in Autism | Parents of children with autism can significantly improve their child’s ability to communicate using the visual communication strategies described in this easy-to-understand guide. | |
| A Thorn in My Pocket | Cutler, Eustacia | This book is written by Temple Grandin's mother. Very interesting and also informative. |
| A Treasure Chest of Behavioral Strategies | Fouse, Beth and Wheeler, Maria | This book offers comprehensive insights into the behavior challenges of a person with Autism/PDD and related disorders. |
| A Work in Progress: Behavior Management Strategies and a Curriculum for Intensive Behavioral Treatment of Autism | Leaf, Ron & McEachin John | This resource has been evaluated by many parents and say it has wonderful strategies. |
| Access and Inclusion for Children with ASD | The authors of this book explore the universal issues of access and inclusion in employment and education for children and young people with autism or Asperger’s syndrome. | |
| Activity Schedules for Children with Autism | Based on a decade of research conducted at the Princeton Child Development Institute, this book presents teaching methods that have proven very effective for students with autism. Detailed instructions and examples help parents prepare their child’s first photographic schedule, and then progress to more varied and sophisticated schedules that gradually help their child become more independent. | |
| Addressing the Challenging Behaviors of Children with HFA/Asperger's Syndrome in the Classroom | This book provides possible explanations for behaviors, and also helps both teachers and parents in how to address the behaviors. | |
| Andy and His Yellow Frisbee | This heartwarming story introduces young readers to autism. A wonderful story, viewing autism through the eyes of children, and paralleling the behaviors and feelings of children with autism with their classmates and siblings. | |
| Animals in Translation | Grandin, Temple | A book from Temple Grandin about how animals think and feel based upon her journey through and with autism. |
| Answers to Questions Teachers Ask About Sensory Integration | Kranowitz, Carol; Szkut, Stacey; Matin, Lynn; Haber, Elizabeth ; Sava, Deanna | After a brief introduction to sensory integration, this practical book goes on to present an extensive and easy-to-use set of checklists and other tools that teachers and parents can effectively use in working with children with sensory integration challenges. |
| Ask and Tell: Self-Advocacy and Disclosure for People on the Autism Spectrum | A very inspiring piece of work written by and for people who are on the Autism Spectrum. | |
| Asperger's, Huh? | Rosina G. Schnurr | Written from the perspective of an 11 year old boy just diagnosed with Asperger’s . This book explains the disorder, offers reassurance and gives practical suggestions for those who experience the world differently. |
| Asperger's Syndrome | Klin, Ami; Vokmar, Fred; Sparrow, Sara | This volume provides the knowledge needed to help individuals with severe social disabilities to fulfill their greatest potential. This is an important guide for psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, speech/language pathologists, pediatricians, teachers, school administrators, learning specialists, and disability advocates. |
| Asperger's Syndrome and Adolescence: Practical Solutions for School Success | Smith-Myles, Brenda & Adreon, Diane | The centerpiece of the book is a detailed discussion of strategies and supports necessary to ensure a successful school experience for students with AS at the middle and secondary levels |
| Asperger's Syndrome and Difficult Moments | Smith Myles, Brenda Southwick, Jack |
For Professionals and parents. Solutions to challenges with a major emphasis on tantrums and behavioral outbursts. Learn strategies that promote social skill development, self awareness, self-calming and self-management.
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| Asperger's Syndrome – Practical Strategies for the Classroom: A Teacher’s Guide | Leicester City Council | Talks about difficulties underlying AS. The major focus is on making sense of the difficulties encountered by persons with AS. Also has things to try. A very practical approach. |
| Asperger's Syndrome and the Elementary School Experience: Practical Solutions for Academic and Social Difficulties. | Moore, Susan | Written by an educator and mother of two children with autism spectrum disorders. Practical with lots of forms, checklists and other visuals make this helpful and effective. Easy to implement ideas. |
| Asperger's Syndrome and Your Child: A Parent’s Guide | Powers, Michael | Engaging vignettes about children with AS. Vital information for parents. |
| Asperger's Syndrome: An Owner's Manual What you, Your Parents and Your Teachers Need to Know | Ellen S. Heller Korin | This is an interactive guide and workbook. It is designed for students grade 5-8 to use with guidance from a helping teacher or parent. It describes what Asperger Syndrome is and how it can affect daily life. The student completes a series of exercises related to learning style, sensory issues, emotions, relationships, etc. You end up with a written plan for each major area of his life that will serve as a guide and reinforcement. |
| Asperger's Syndrome in the Family: Redefining Normal | Willey, Liane | Personal vignettes, frank discussions and practical suggestions. This rich and positive book speaks to all those whose lives have been affected by AS |
| Asperger's Syndrome, the Universe and Everything | Hall, Kenneth | Kenneth Hall is a 10 yr. old boy who is exceptionally gifted and a member of Mensa. He has AS. Children will find this book warm and positive. |
| Asperger's Syndrome: A Guide for Educators and Parents – 2nd Edition | Myles, Brenda & Simpson, Richard | This book addresses basic issues related to the characteristics of children with Asperger's Syndrome. Also outlines basic methods to facilitate growth and development of children and youth with Asperger's syndrome in the home, school, and community. |
| Asperger's Syndrome: A Practical Guide for Teachers | Cumine, Val; Leach, Julia; Stevenson, Gill | A clear and concise guide for teachers and others working with children with Asperger's Syndrome in mainstream classes and other non specialist setting. Great for those meeting a child with Asperger's Syndrome for the first time. |
| Asperger’s--- What Does it Mean to Me? | Faherty, Catherine | This is a valuable resource for awareness and self-esteem. |
| Asperger's and Self-Esteem | In this book, the author examines the evidence of Asperger’s Syndrome in some of history’s most famous men and women. It looks at in spite of their apparent challenges, each contributed immeasurably to the world. | |
| Asperger's Syndrome and Sensory Issues | This book uncovers the puzzling behaviors of children and youth the Asperger's Syndrome that have a sensory base and are often difficult to pinpoint and interpret. Written for professionals and parents, the book covers the impact of the sensory system on behaviors, reviews relevant formal and informal assessment tools, and offers an invaluable set of practical interventions. | |
| Asperger's Syndrome Employment Workbook | This practical manual will enable people diagnosed with Asperger's syndrome and high functioning autism to deepen their self-understanding and appreciate their value as working individuals. Through step by step self-assessment, the reader is encouraged to engage actively in a self-paced exploration of their employment history, and ultimately to identify the work best suited to their personal needs, talents, and strengths. | |
| Asperger's Syndrome: A Guide for Parents and Professionals | An excellent book encompassing diagnosis, understanding, behavior modification, and stress relief for the parent and person with Asperger’s. | |
| Autism - Asperger's and Sexuality | Jerry Newport’s knack of bringing understanding, humor, warmth, and a large part of himself is an invaluable talent. This is very evident in this book which explains the timeless mysteries of sexuality to the autism spectrum teenager and young adult. | |
| Autism/Asperger’s : Solving the Relationship Puzzle | Gutstein, Steven Ph.D. | This book offers a new approach to developing not only social skills, but also relationships. |
| Autism in Adolescents and Adults | This resource gives you more success oriented strategies for working with adolescents and adults with autism. You get activities and techniques to enhance independence in the person and also addresses life skills in many areas. | |
| Autism Primer | Basic simple and easy to read questions and answers about autism. | |
| Autism Is Not A Life Sentence: How One Family Took on Autism and WON! | Lynley Summers; with commentary by Jessica "Jazz" Summers | This is a first person book that will encourage all who read it |
| Autism Spectrum Disorders | This book offers a thorough overview of the communication, language, social and behavioral issues that are characteristic of autism spectrum disorders. There are also practical guidelines for intervention designed for children with autism and their families. | |
| Autism Through a Sister’s Eyes | Band, Eve; & Hecht, Emily | This young lady was searching as to why her brother did that brought her to getting answers. Emily’s story is uplifting as it is filled with valuable information. Nicely illustrated, it is an exceptional sibling book for both brothers and sisters. |
| Autism Treatment Guide | Gerlach, Elizabeth | REVISED AND UPDATED |
| Autism: Advocates and Law Enforcement Professionals | This book explains how typical manifestations of autism spectrum disorders, such as running away, unsteadiness, impulsive behavior or failure to respond, may be misunderstood by law enforcement professionals, with serious consequences. | |
| Autism: How to Help Your Young Child | ||
| Autism: Information and Resources for Professionals and Parents – 2nd Edition | Simpson, Richard & Zionts, Paul | This book answers common questions. Topics include causes of autism, identification and assessment, major problems and needs of children and youth with Autism. Also included are: Interventions, Sources of assistance and parental support. Easy read for professionals and parents. |
| Autism: Facts and Strategies for Parents | ||
| Autism: For Parents and Professionals | This is an outstanding resource from the heart and experience of a parent, SLP, and advocate all rolled into one. There are helpful professional techniques, useful therapy strategies, and inspirational stories of facing the challenges of autism. | |
| Autistic Thinking - This is the Title | To better understand the thinking of a person with autism this little book, put together by Peter Vermeulen gives wonderful translations and anecdotes. |