TOP 10 BOOKS TO HELP MAKE A DIFFERENCE
There are so many resources now available to help teach children on the autism spectrum and it can be difficult to know which ones will be the most helpful – and this is a question I am most often asked.
So here is my TOP 10 RECOMMENDED BOOKS and WHY!
Top Books for those of you looking for support in understanding autism spectrum and the children you work with. As well as strategies for behaviour support my top recommendations are:
From Anxiety to Meltdown | by Deborah Lipsky.
Anxiety is the root cause of many of the difficulties experienced by people on the autism spectrum, and is often caused by things such as a change in routine, or sensory overload. Deborah Lipsky takes a practical look at what happens when things spiral out of control, exploring what leads to meltdowns and tantrums, and what can be done to help.
This is the BEST book I have ever read and I rate it a MUST HAVE.
$48.95
6 in stock
Behavior Solutions for the Inclusive Classroom | by Aune, Burt & Gennaro. This book is a must-have for every special needs and inclusive classroom. The easy to use format allows teachers to quickly look up an in-the-moment solution and learn about what the child is communicating, and why. This book illuminates possible causes of those mysterious behaviours, and more importantly, provides solutions! There are now two other books with more solutions
I call this SEE A BEHAVIOUR, LOOK IT UP. This is a great reference book to have on hand. ALL behaviours are replaced by another and this book gives you great ideas for replacements and skills to develop.
$29.95
19 in stock
| by Sue Larkey and Anna Tullemans | This book provides key strategies for all ages and stages. It offers over 500 practical strategies and timer savers for school and home from engaging disengaged students, what to do if you don’t have a teacher assistant to considerations for setting up a classroom for teachers; and from developing friends, to moving house and choosing a school for families. It is the ultimate guide for teachers, parents and all professionals supporting children with autism spectrum disorder, including Aspergers, ADD, ADHD, ODD and other developmental delays.
Content pages below.
$44.95
29 in stock
| by Sue Larkey & Anna Tullemans | Hundreds of ideas you can try. Setting up the classroom, the role of the teacher assistant, behaviour in the classroom and playground, stages of anxiety, transition, sensory toys and activities. Includes frequently asked questions and MORE!
$39.95
29 in stock
I am an Autistic Girl
A book for young girls with autism spectrum conditions
Lizzie is an Autistic Girl – she has Asperger’s Syndrome, which means that her brain works differently to her friends, and even to boys with Asperger Syndrome. In this book, Lizzie explains what it’s like to be an Autistic Girl, including how she has a special talent for blending in with her friends, how she gets really tired after being at school all day, how she worries about making mistakes, and how she finds it hard to understand how she is feeling.
$42.95
10 in stock
Kids in the Syndrome Mix
| by Martin L. Kutscher MD | Kids in the Syndrome Mix is a concise, scientifically up-to-date, all-in-one guide to the whole range of often co-existing neuro-behavioural disorders in children from attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), obsessive-compulsive disorder, and bipolar disorder, to autistic spectrum disorders, nonverbal learning disabilities, sensory integration problems, and executive dysfunction.
$48.95
8 in stock
Developing Social Skills
| by Sue Larkey & Gay von Ess | A starting point for teaching and encouraging social interactions and skills for children with an autism spectrum disorder and other developmental delays. It is a useful concrete and visual resource which when coupled with videoing, role playing and modeling will help young primary school age children with an autism spectrum disorder to better understand the social world around them. This book includes hundreds of ideas, social stories and worksheets. It is a great resource full of time savers for home and school.
$39.95
29 in stock
The Red Beast
| by K.I. Al-Ghani | This vibrant, fully illustrated children’s storybook is written for children aged 5+, and is an accessible, fun way to talk about anger, with useful tips about how to tame the red beast and guidance for parents on how anger affects children with Asperger’s Syndrome.
$45.95
30 in stock
The Complete Guide To Asperger’s Syndrome
| by Dr Tony Attwood | The definitive handbook for anyone affected by Asperger’s Syndrome, it brings together a wealth of information for children through to adults. Essential reading for families and individuals as well as teachers, professionals and employers coming in contact with people with Asperger’s Syndrome. This book is a must for anyone who needs to know about this condition.
$63.95
4 in stock
The Kids Guide to Staying Awesome and In Control
SUE’S TOP PICK!
From breathing exercises, pressure holds and finger pulls, to fidgets, noise-reducing headphones and gum, this book is brimming with fun stuff to help kids feel cool, calm and collected. They will learn how to label difficult feelings, choose the perfect strategies and tools to tackle them, and use these correctly whether at home or at school. The strategies and tools are accompanied by cartoon-style illustrations, and the author includes useful tips for parents and teachers as well as handy visual charts and checklists to track learning and progress. For ages 7-14 years.
$45.95
29 in stock
RECOMMENDED COURSES FOR YOU
Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder: Knowledge to Improve Student Learning, Participation and Outcomes
Challenging Behaviour in the Classroom: Emotional Regulation in Students with an Autism Spectrum and/or other Neurodiversity