Helping a Child with Nonverbal Learning Disorder or Asperger's Syndrome: A Parent's Guide, Second Edition

by Kathryn Stewart (2007, New Harbinger, 16.95)
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The book offers readers ways to evaluate their child's strengths and weaknesses in areas such as visual and spatial functioning, writing problems, information processing and organizational skills, social and emotional capabilities, language skills, and interactive abilities. It offers specific strategies for intervening and helping the child to cope with these obstacles, such as teaching the child how to socialize with humor and empathy, alternatives for learning to write, tips for organizing daily activities, multi-tasking, and more. [6” x 9”...182 pages]

Simple Strategies That Work!: Helpful Hints for All Educators of Students with Asperger Syndrome, High-Functioning Autism, and Related Disabilities

by Brenda Myle, et al. (2006, Autism Asperger Pub Co, 19.95)
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Provides ideas and suggestions that teachers can use to help a student with AS/HFA on the road to success. The book discusses problems that arise in the classroom and how teachers can adjust the classroom to accommodate, while not interfering with normal classroom routines. Includes information on what can cause anxiety for the AS/HFA student, how this can lead to decreased academic and social performance--and what the teacher can do to assist. [8.5” x 11”...40 pages]

The Oasis Guide to Asperger Syndrome: Advice, Support, Insight, and Inspiration

by Patricia Bashe & Barbara Kirby (2005, Crown, 27.50/hardback)
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Often called high-functioning autism, Asperger Syndrome manifests itself in an array of characteristics, including high intelligence, obsessive behavior, and the inability to deal with everyday social situations. Covering every aspect of AS, this new guide provides both practical guidance and welcome reassurances from families who have met the challenges of AS. [6" x 9”...467 pages]

Practical Ideas That Really Work for Students with Asperger Syndrome

by Kathleen McConnell & Gail Ryser (2005, Pro-Ed, 46.00/spiral)
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An assessment system and set of intervention ideas for students who are identified or exhibit many of the behaviors associated with Asperger syndrome. Includes two main components: Evaluation form with a rating scale and ideas matrix and a resource manual. Contains 34 instructional strategies that can be used to improve students' social skills, organization, and communication. Grades K-12. [8.5” x 11”...155 pages]

Can I Tell You About Asperger Syndrome?: A Guide for Family & Friends

by June Welton (2003, Jessica Kingsley Publications, 9.95)
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Meet Adam, a young boy with AS. Adam invites young readers to learn about AS from his perspective. He helps children understand the difficulties faced by a child with AS. He tells them what AS is, what it feels like to have AS, and how they can help children with AS by understanding their differences and appreciating their many talents. Grades 3-7. [6” x 9”...48 pages]

School Success for Kids with Asperger's Syndrome: A Practical Guide for Parents and Teachers

by Stephan Silverman & Rich Weinfeld (2007, Prufrock Press, 16.95)
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Covers topics such as recognizing and diagnosing Asperger's syndrome, addressing the needs of students with Asperger's, implementing successful practices in the classroom, and providing interventions in the home to help develop needed skills. Covers a myriad of techniques to help students with this mild form of autism. The engaging tone and comprehensive scope make it both readable and informative. [6” x 9”...229 pages]

Teaching Asperger's Students Social Skills Through Acting: All Their World's a Stage

by Amelia Davies (2004, Future Horizons, 19.95)
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Based on the author's Cognitive Behavior Therapy program "Exploring Feelings." It was originally designed as a treatment for an anxiety disorder or anger management problems in children with Asperger's syndrome. However, the program can be equally applied to children with High Functioning Autism and Pervasive Developmental Disorder, Not Otherwise Specified. The program does not have to be implemented by a qualified psychologist. [5.5” x 8.5”...189 pages]

An Asperger Dictionary of Everyday Expressions, Second Edition

by Ian Stuart-Hamilton (2007, Jessica Kingsley Publications, 19.95)
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Essential, Comprehensive reference that addresses the basic communication problem of people with Asperger Syndrome. Appropriate for everyday use, and for the classroom reference shelf. [6.5” x 9.5”...240 pages]

Exploring Feelings: Cognitive Behavior Therapy to Manage Anger

by Tony Attwood (2004, Future Horizons, 19.95)
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Based on the author's Cognitive Behavior Therapy program "Exploring Feelings." It was originally designed as a treatment for an anxiety disorder or anger management problems in children with Asperger's syndrome. However, the program can be equally applied to children with High Functioning Autism and Pervasive Developmental Disorder, Not Otherwise Specified. The program does not have to be implemented by a qualified psychologist. [8.5” x 11”...79 pages]

Freaks, Geeks & Asperger Syndrome: A User Guide to Adolescence

by Luke Jackson (2003, Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 18.95)
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The author is an adolescent with Asperger's, which gives him the special insight about the subject, but he adds to this a sense of humor and a lilting writing style which makes the book compelling and particularly relevant for AS teens. He examines topics such as fixations and fascinations, diets, sleep, problems with socializing at school, dating, homework, dealing with bullies, moral dilemmas, and, even, an explanation of idioms that are particularly perplexing for those with Asperger's syndrome. Grades 8-12. [6” x 9”...215 pages]

Succeeding in College with Asperger Syndrome: A Student Guide

by John Harpur, et al. (2004, Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 21.95)
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College life is particularly stressful for students with Asperger Syndrome and the resources that colleges provide for such students are often inadequate. This much-needed handbook provides information to help these students prepare for the rites and rituals of the college experience, and the interpersonal requirements that come along with it. Drawing on first hand interviews with AS students and direct clinical experience, the authors address many questions thoughtfully and thoroughly, while making practical recommendations. [6” x 9”...240 pages]

The Social Skills Picture Book: Teaching Communication, Play and Emotion

by Jed Baker (2003, Future Horizons, 39.95)
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A dynamic teaching tool for children with autism or Asperger's Syndrome, "The Social Skills Picture Book" offers pictures of the right and wrong ways to handle nearly 30 social skills, such as conversation, play, emotion, management, and empathy. [12” x 9”...197 pages]

Asperger's…What Does It Mean to Me?: A Workbook Explaining Self Awareness & Life Lessons to the Child or Youth with High Functioning Autism or Aspergers

by Catherine Faherty (2000, Future Horizons, 39.95)
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A workbook explaining self awareness and life lessons to the youth with high functioning autism or Asperger's Syndrome. This is the book most requested by parents and teachers. Written by a leading therapist, this book is a must-have for the person with high functioning autism or Asperger's Syndrome. Includes chapters to help explain their world. Special binding allows for easy photocopying for classroom use. [9.5” x 11.5”...305 pages]

Social Skills Training: For Children and Adolescents with Asperger Syndrome and Social-Communication Problems

by Jed Baker (2003, Autism Asperger Pub Co., 39.95)
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Presents 70 of the skills that most commonly cause difficulty for individuals with autism spectrum disorders and social-communications problems. The presentation of each skill consists of a reproducible skill handout, as well as activity sheets listing ways teachers and parents can demonstrate, practice, and reinforce the skill in the classroom and at home. [8.5” x 11”...231 pages]

Learning and Behavior Problems in Asperger Syndrome

by Margot Prior (2003, Guilford, 29.00)
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A comprehensive discussion of ways in which young people with HFA/AS can be best supported, especially in the classroom. This book provides a wide-ranging study of many of the complex diagnostic and learning issues in HFA/AS, and it also outlines practical ways in which children and adolescents can be nurtured in school settings. [6” x 9”...326 pages]

Asperger Syndrome: What Teachers Need To Know

by Matt Winter (2003, Jessica Kingsley, 17.95)
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Guide for teachers to working with, helping, and getting the most from a child with Asperger Syndrome. Provides a summary of currently available information on AS and covers key issues concerning teachers, such as social skills, homework, playground behavior, and assisting with study. Written by a teacher and includes tips and practical ideas. [5.5” x 8.5”...96 pages]

Asperger Syndrome and Adolescence: Helping Preteens and Teens Get Ready for the Real World

by Teresa Bolick (2004, Fair Winds Press, 14.95)
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The lack of social skills and ability to grasp conversational nuances that characterize AS make adolescence the most difficult life stage. This book defines this often misdiagnosed neurodevelopmental disorder (characterized by severe lack of coping and social skills) and provides advice to parents, therapists, and teachers on handling emotionally-charged and sensitive situations. [6” x 9”...192 pages]

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