Autism's False Prophets: Bad Science, Risky Medicine, and the Search for a Cure

by Paul Offit (2008, Columbia University Press, 24.95/hardback)
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A national expert on vaccines challenges the "modern-day prophets." Those who have so egregiously misled the public and exposes the opportunism of the lawyers, journalists, celebrities, and politicians who support them. Offit recounts the history of autism research and the exploitation of this tragic condition by advocates and zealots. He considers the manipulation of science in the popular media and the courtroom, and he explores why society is susceptible to the bad science and risky therapies put forward by many anti-vaccination activists. [6" x 9”...298 pages]

What Works for Bipolar Kids: Help and Hope for Parents

by Mani Pavuluri (2008, Guilford, 15.95)
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Mani Pavuluri helps guide parents to proven treatments that are right for "their" child. Based on 20 years of experience with bipolar kids and their families, the book delivers step-by-step strategies for reducing or eliminating problems with mania, depression, aggression, sleep disturbances, and other symptoms. Parents learn how to deal with crises, partner with teachers and other school professionals, and work with doctors to effectively integrate medications with psychotherapy. Crucially, "What Works for Bipolar Kids" also emphasizes practical ways to maintain a positive atmosphere at home and to help these kids stay balanced, focus on their achievements, and feel good about themselves. [6” x 9”...274 pages]

Molly the Pony: A True Story

by Pam Kaster (2008, LA State Univ. Press, 15.95/hardback)
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The heart-warming, true story of a pony who endures and survives the wrath of Hurricane Katrina and then waits to be rescued from her south Louisiana barn. When she is and begins a new life on a farm, her life is suddenly threatened again when a dog attacks her. She undergoes a rare surgery for horses: amputation of her front leg. Now fitted with a prosthetic limb, Molly relearns how to walk and embarks again on a new mission in life: making new people friends. This plucky pony's story of survival and friendship will enter the hearts of your students. And, you! Color. Grades PreK-adult. [10” x 10”...30 pages]

The Up and Down Life: The Truth about Bipolar Disorder--The Good, the Bad, and the Funny

by Paul Jones and Andrea Thompson (2008, Perigee Books, 14.95)
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A fresh, honest, and practical guide to living with bipolar disorder. Paul Jones, a stand-up comedian and workshop leader who suffers from bipolar disorder, uses humor, honesty, and hard-won practical advice to dispel the stigma surrounding mental illnesses and shed light on the challenges of living with bipolar disorder. Offering an intimate view of life with bipolar disorderaincluding the most common mistakes bipolar individuals make and how to avoid thema and covering every aspect from diagnosis, social life, home life, and career, this is an accessible and engaging guide from someone whoas been there and can help readers cope and thrive. [5.5” x 8.5”...272 pages]

Early Intervention & Autism: Real-Life Questions, Real-Life Answers

by James Ball (2008, Future Horizons, 24.95)
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When your child has just been diagnosed with autism, questions and concerns immediately flood your mind. What do I need to know first? What do I need to do first? What program is right for my child? This book discusses the components of a "perfect" program for young children with autism, including a variety of proven techniques, and gives parents tools to assess whether or not they "fit" their child and their family. It also includes a how-to guide for setting up an effective Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP) and transitioning a child with autism into a public school program. [6” x 9”...424 pages]

The Bipolar Teen: What You Can Do to Help Your Child and Your Family

by David Miklowitz and Elizabeth George (2008, Guilford, 17.95)
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The Bipolar Teen helps parents distinguish between the typical ups and downs of teen life and the symptoms of mania or depression. With coauthor Elizabeth George, Dr. Miklowitz shows parents how to recognize the early warning signs of an episode so they can intervene before it's too late. They show how to strike a healthy balance of medications and psychotherapy, and offer practical tips for getting the most from doctors and from school programs. Crucially, they also demonstrate practical strategies for managing the chaos at home so every family member--including siblings without the illness--can find the stability and support they need. A dozen helpful reproducibles are included. [6” x 9”...356 pages]

From Gobbledygook to Clearly Written Annual Goals

by Barbara Bateman (2007, Attainment Company, 25.00)
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Writing clear, measurable annual IEP goals is a difficult skill to master. The good news is that goal writing is easy once the steps are revealed. Takes actual goals, which were poorly written, and turns them into productive ones. Learn to simplify the process by focusing on just four ideas: Observable behavior, measurable criteria, a given or condition for success, and a final test. [7" x 9"...104 pages]

What to Do When Your Brain Gets Stuck: A Kid's Guide to Overcoming OCD

by Dawn Huebner (2007, Magination Press, 15.95)
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What To Do When Your Brain Gets Stuck guides children and their parents through the cognitive-behavioral techniques used to treat Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. Revealing OCD in a whole new light, this interactive self-help book turns kids into super-sleuths who can recognize OCD's tricks. Grades K-6. [8.5" x 11”...96 pages]

Practical Ideas That Really Work for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders, Second Edition

by Kathleen McConnell & Gail Ryser (2007, Pro-Ed, 46.00/spiral)
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This revised manual contains 39 strategies that can be used to improve students' social interaction and communication and decrease their repetitive/stereotypical patterns of behavior. There is a one-page explanation of each idea, handy tips to increase each idea's effectiveness, helpful illustrations and examples, and reproducible masters for most ideas. Grades K-12. [8.5” x 11”...154 pages]

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