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What Is It Like to Be Me?
A Book About a Boy with Asperger's Syndrome
Alenka Klemenc, illustrated by Urša Rožic
This charmingly illustrated book follows Greg, a young boy with Asperger's syndrome (AS), as he tells us all about the world as he sees and experiences it, from his love of batteries to the challenges he faces at school. With comprehensive sections for parents and professionals, the book helps increase awareness and understanding of AS. Learn More2013, Hardback, 11.38in x 8.74in / 289mm x 222mm, 96pp, CA$22.95ISBN: 978-1-84905-375-42013, Ebook, ePUB, 96pp, CA$22.95ISBN: 978-0-85700-730-8 -
The Asperkid's Launch Pad
Home Design to Empower Everyday Superheroes
Jennifer Cook O'Toole
This unique visually-led guide helps parents to prepare a home environment that supports the development of children with Asperger syndrome. Jennifer O'Toole gives readers a walk-through tour of the home, showing, room by room, how physical surroundings affect Asperkids and highlighting the learning opportunities in every space and object. Learn More2013, Hardback, 8.74in x 8.39in / 222mm x 213mm, 168pp, CA$22.95ISBN: 978-1-84905-931-22013, Ebook, ePUB, 168pp, CA$22.95ISBN: 978-0-85700-727-8 -
Babies Are Noisy
A book for big brothers and sisters including those on the autism spectrum
Anne-Marie Harrison Illustrated by Beth Byrne
This engaging illustrated children's book is ideal for preparing young children with autism for the arrival of a new brother or sister. Covering everything from trips to the hospital, what to expect when the baby arrives and the fun, family times to look forward to, this book is full of strategies for dealing with the changes to family life. Learn More2013, Hardback, 8.66in x 8.66in / 220mm x 220mm, 40pp, CA$17.95ISBN: 978-1-84905-459-12013, Ebook, PDF, 40pp, CA$17.95ISBN: 978-0-85700-835-0 -
My Autism Book
A Child's Guide to their Autism Spectrum Diagnosis
Glòria Durà-Vilà and Tamar Levi
When a child is diagnosed with an Autism Spectrum Disorder, parents often feel overwhelmed and uncertain about how to communicate the diagnosis to their child. This beautifully illustrated picture book helps parents to explain autism to their child in a sensitive, positive and accurate way using clear language that speaks directly to the child. Learn More2013, Hardback, 8.50in x 8.50in / 216mm x 216mm, 48pp, CA$17.95ISBN: 978-1-84905-438-62013, Ebook, PDF, 48pp, CA$17.95ISBN: 978-0-85700-868-8 -
The Disappointment Dragon
Learning to cope with disappointment (for all children and dragon tamers, including those with Asperger syndrome)
K.I. Al-Ghani, illustrated by Haitham Al-Ghani
This illustrated book brings to life the issue of dealing with disappointment through the endearing characters of the Disappointment Dragon and the Dragon of Hope who help children learn about the best ways to manage life's difficult times. There is an introduction for parents and carers, and a list of management techniques at the end of the book. Learn More2013, Hardback, 11.02in x 8.82in / 280mm x 224mm, 64pp, CA$22.95ISBN: 978-1-84905-432-42013, Ebook, PDF, 64pp, CA$22.95ISBN: 978-0-85700-780-3 -
Genetic Syndromes and Applied Behaviour Analysis
A Handbook for ABA Practitioners
Edited by Dorothy Griffiths, Rosemary A. Condillac and Melissa Legree
2014, Hardback, 9.96in x 7.13in / 253mm x 181mm, 336pp, CA$71.95ISBN: 978-1-84905-451-52013, Ebook, ePUB, 336pp, CA$71.95ISBN: 978-0-85700-825-1 -
The Conversation Train
A Visual Approach to Conversation for Children on the Autism Spectrum
Joel Shaul, LCSW
This inventive picture book uses the metaphor of a train to clearly explain basic conventions of conversation to children with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs). As well as attractive color photographs of trains, the book also contains engaging photocopiable worksheets and train-themed coloring pages to help promote skill generalization. Learn More2014, Hardback, 11.30in x 8.58in / 287mm x 218mm, 72pp, CA$26.95ISBN: 978-1-84905-986-22014, Ebook, PDF, 72pp, CA$26.95ISBN: 978-0-85700-900-5 -
The Asperkid's Game Plan
Extraordinary Minds, Purposeful Play... Ordinary Stuff
Jennifer Cook O'Toole
The Asperkid's Game Plan teaches how to use purposeful structured play to engage the bright minds of Asperkids, building on strengths that they already have and developing core skills that they often struggle with, such as fine motor and social skills. Full of practical and fun learning games that can be used in the home or classroom. Learn More2014, Hardback, 8.62in x 8.39in / 219mm x 213mm, 248pp, CA$30.95ISBN: 978-1-84905-959-62014, Ebook, ePUB, 248pp, CA$30.95ISBN: 978-0-85700-779-7 -
I'll tell you why I can't wear those clothes!
Talking about tactile defensiveness
Noreen O'Sullivan
This full-colour, photographic workbook is designed for adults and children to read together and explains the physical reasons a child may become emotionally overwhelmed by some daily routines involving touch. The workbook format allows them to explore their own feelings about their touch-related sensitivities, helping them to feel supported. Learn More2014, Hardback, 8.54in x 7.99in / 217mm x 203mm, 60pp, CA$17.95ISBN: 978-1-84905-510-9 -
A Different Kettle of Fish
A Day in the Life of a Physics Student with Autism
Michael Barton, illustrated by Michael Barton
On a journey from the comfort of his familiar surroundings into the hectic environment of London, Michael Barton observes the world around him from the rational perspective of someone on the autism spectrum, complete with quirky illustrations and humorous anecdotes about contradictory signage, hidden meanings and nonsensical figures of speech. Learn More2014, Hardback, 8.78in x 5.79in / 223mm x 147mm, 80pp, CA$17.95ISBN: 978-1-84905-532-12014, Ebook, ePUB, 80pp, CA$17.95ISBN: 978-0-85700-956-2
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