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Teaching Social Skills to Children with Autism Using Minecraft®
A Step by Step Guide
Raelene Dundon, illustrated by Chloe-Amber Scott
An accessible guide to setting up Minecraft groups to promote social skills in children with autism. It has over 150 pages of session plans, visuals and handouts, as well as sets out a curriculum for educators and professionals to use in the classroom. Learn MoreFeb 2019, Paperback / softback, 11.69in x 8.27in / 297mm x 210mm, 224pp, AU$49.99ISBN: 9781785924613 -
Know Your Spectrum!
An Autism Creative Writing Workbook for Teens
Finn Monahan
This workbook uses creative writing activities and examples to encourage teenagers with autism to draw their own personal conclusions about what autism means for them. It focuses on the range of strengths and challenges they have as individuals. Learn MoreJan 2019, Paperback / softback, 11.69in x 8.27in / 297mm x 210mm, 288pp, AU$39.99ISBN: 9781785924354 -
A Guide to Programs for Parenting Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Intellectual Disabilities or Developmental Disabilities
Evidence-Based Guidance for Professionals
Edited by Kate Guastaferro and John R. Lutzker
Parents require effective training in order to support children with intellectual or developmental disabilities, including Autism Spectrum Disorder. In this book, leading authorities outline the research and evidence which underpins major parenting training programs, and provide guidance on how to effectively implement and adapt them in practice Learn More2018, Paperback / softback, 9.06in x 6.14in / 230mm x 156mm, 272pp, AU$94.00ISBN: 97817859273552018, Ebook, ePUB, 272pp, AU$94.00ISBN: 978-1-78450-440-3 -
Therapeutic Adventures with Autistic Children
Connecting through Movement, Play and Creativity
Jonas Torrance
Empowering readers to approach children with autism with greater flexibility and understanding, this collection of inspiring narratives shows the positive impact creative therapy has on characteristics of autism. The child-centred, multi-creative approach displays an exciting array of beneficial therapies such as dance, music and meditation. Learn More2018, Paperback / softback, 8.98in x 6.14in / 228mm x 156mm, 176pp, AU$31.99ISBN: 97817859245522018, Ebook, ePUB, 176pp, AU$31.99ISBN: 978-1-78450-831-9 -
Practical Strategies for Supporting Emotional Regulation in Students with Autism
Enhancing Engagement and Learning in the Classroom
Leslie Blome with Maureen Zelle
The authors' years of experience working with students with autism have helped them develop nine effective cognitive and language strategies for enhancing their engagement and learning in the classroom. This book includes tips for using each strategy, plus reasons why they work, as well as sample goals for regulation and a 'cheat sheet' overview. Learn More2018, Paperback / softback, 8.58in x 6.46in / 218mm x 164mm, 128pp, AU$29.99ISBN: 97817859277822018, Ebook, ePUB, 112pp, AU$29.99ISBN: 978-1-78450-690-2 -
Winston Wallaby Can’t Stop Bouncing
What to do about hyperactivity in children including those with ADHD, SPD and ASD
K.I. Al-Ghani and Joy Beaney, illustrated by Haitham Al-Ghani
This illustrated storybook explains hyperactivity through the story of Winston Wallaby and his uncontrollable bouncing at school. It allows children with ADHD, SPD & ASD to recognise and support their additional sensory needs. A helpful introduction for parents/carers and appendices with strategies to be used at home and in school are included. Learn More2017, Hardback, 11.26in x 8.70in / 286mm x 221mm, 72pp, AU$32.99ISBN: 97817859240332017, Ebook, PDF, 72pp, AU$32.99ISBN: 978-1-78450-761-9 -
Helping Children Develop a Positive Relationship with Food
A Practical Guide for Early Years Professionals
Jo Cormack
This simple, insightful resource explains how to help children develop a healthy relationship with food. Giving practical guidance on how to support lasting positive eating behaviours in children, it includes valuable information and advice about how to resolve issues including fussy eating, obesity, and special needs related feeding difficulties. Learn More2017, Paperback / softback, 8.98in x 6.10in / 228mm x 155mm, 208pp, AU$31.99ISBN: 97817859220842017, Ebook, ePUB, 216pp, AU$31.99ISBN: 978-1-78450-486-1 -
The ASD Feel Better Book
A Visual Guide to Help Brain and Body for Children on the Autism Spectrum
Joel Shaul
Learn to build individual strengths and work through problems with this picture-based guide for children with ASD aged 7-14. The use of simple images and photocopiable worksheets creates a fun and engaging resource for identifying different emotions and how to manage and deal with personal challenges. Learn More2017, Hardback, 11.26in x 8.66in / 286mm x 220mm, 88pp, AU$32.99ISBN: 97817859276212017, Ebook, PDF, 80pp, AU$32.99ISBN: 978-1-78450-627-8 -
A Practical Guide to Happiness in Children and Teens on the Autism Spectrum
A Positive Psychology Approach
Victoria Honeybourne
Give a young person with autism the tools to grow up healthy and happy, with this practical guide to emotional wellbeing. Informed by positive psychology (also known as the science of happiness) and filled with activities, this is a refreshing resource for helping young people build lasting foundations for resilience, self-worth and happiness. Learn More2017, Paperback / softback, 8.98in x 6.02in / 228mm x 153mm, 216pp, AU$35.99ISBN: 97817859234702017, Ebook, ePUB, 208pp, AU$35.99ISBN: 978-1-78450-681-0 -
Developing Empathy in the Early Years
A Guide for Practitioners
Helen Garnett
This accessible, hands-on guide offers practical advice for those working with young children on developing their empathetic practice and fostering empathetic settings. It explains how to use simple teaching methods, games and stories to promote empathetic behaviour in children. Learn More2017, Paperback / softback, 8.46in x 5.51in / 215mm x 140mm, 224pp, AU$34.99ISBN: 97817859214382017, Ebook, ePUB, 216pp, AU$34.99ISBN: 978-1-78450-418-2
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