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| ADD : 20-Hour Solution [Mark Steinberg PhD & Siegfried Othmet PhD] If you are frustrated by Attention Deficit Disorder and you want a better, longer-lasting solution than drugs, this is the book for you! "ADD: The 20-Hour Solution" explains how EEG biofeedback (neurofeedback) addresses the underlying problem and characteristics of ADD and ADHD, so that symptoms resolve and tangible improvement results. This book describes the method by which we can improve the brain's ability to pay attention and regulate its behaviour. It explains the self-healing capacities of the human brain and how it can learn or re-learn the self-regulatory mechanisms that are basic to its normal design and function. { 215pp, 155x230mm, December 2004; PB, £9.50, 1931741379:9781931741378 , Midpoint Trade Books (Robert D Reed Publishing) } |
| ADVENTURES IN THE MAINSTREAM : Coming of Age with Down Syndrome [Greg Palmer] Like many parents, Greg Palmer worries about his son’s future. But his son Ned’s last year of high school raises concerns and anxieties for him that most parents don’t experience. Ned has Down syndrome; when high school ends for him, school is out forever. The questions loom: What’s next? How will Ned negotiate the world without the structure of school? Will he find a rewarding job in something other than food service? Who will help Ned manage his life when his mother and father are gone? To help him sort out these questions, Palmer keeps a journal that is the basis for this thoughtful book. Ned has talents and interests -- in poetry, music and history -- that help him make connections with other adults while Palmer merely watches from a distance. The years of nurturing Ned’s interests seem to pay off when Ned shares a favourite poem with a stranger or earns his colleagues’ admiration and wins 'Employee of the Week'. Yet parenting Ned is a balancing act; Ned also has some gaps in self-help skills, a habit of bombarding people with unsolicited accounts of his family genealogy, and difficulty discerning who his true peers are. Preparing Ned for the working world -- teaching him to handle money and public transportation, and finding him a job -- is a mix of ups and downs and sometimes has the author questioning his parenting style. Palmer wisely stays out of the way when Ned is working happily in the same office and he recognises the value of good job coaching when his son is lucky enough to get it. But it’s trickier business when Ned loses money and skips the bus. Worry over Ned’s vulnerabilities leads to finally telling his son what it means to have Down syndrome and, Palmer hopes, offering him a dose of reality. ADVENTURES IN THE MAINSTREAM will help families confront many of their hopes and fears as they try and coax a child with a disability into the adult world and toward greater independence. Other parents will appreciate Palmer’s insights and struggles, as well as his ability to enjoy his son’s strengths and foibles. This intelligent account also gives professionals a vital personal view of what families go through as they cope with their child’s transition into adulthood. { 315pp, 155x230mm, April 2005; PB, £11.50, 1890627305:9781890627300 , Woodbine House } |
| AUTISM 24/7 : A Family Guide to Learning at Home & in the Community [Andy Bondy, Ph.D. & Lori Frost, MS, CCC/SLP] If your son or daughter is over-stimulated by noisy places or has trouble communicating or interacting with people, then everyday activities like going to the playground or helping out with household chores may seem outside your child's repertoire. The authors, founders of the award-winning Pyramid Approach to educating children with autism, show how it is possible to keep family life running smoothly and teach a child with autism to participate in important and routine family activities at home and in the neighbourhood. And their teaching strategies can be used during the course of everyday life without making too many adjustments or converting your home into a school. In a reassuring, easy-to-read style this book encourages parents to pinpoint times when their child's behavior or lack of skills seems to interfere with family functioning. This step helps identify what to teach your child and what goals to set. Other issues related to WHAT TO TEACH include: Motivational Strategies and Powerful Reinforcements: Using naturally occurring rewards and token systems; Teaching Functional Communication Skills: The difference between imitation, responding, and initiating communication, as well as how to resolve different types of communication challenges; Creating Opportunities for Learning: Determining the steps to teach a particular skill and a routine where you can incorporate teaching the desired skill. Issues related to HOW TO TEACH include: Teaching Techniques: How to choose prompts (verbal, visual, physical, gestural) and how to eliminate them; shaping (rewarding gradual improvement); and video modelling; Managing Challenging Behavior: Knowing when to teach a new behavior versus when to change the environment; Evaluating What You Are Doing: How to measure progress and collect data. "Autism 24/7" gives families confidence and concrete tools to integrate their child with autism into life at home and in their community as much as possible. { 177pp, 140x215mm, February 2008; PB, £13.50, 1890627534:9781890627539 , Woodbine House } |
| AUTISM IN YOUR CLASSROOM : A General Educator's Guide to Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders [Deborah Fein, Ph.D. & Michelle A Dunn, Ph.D.] Children with autism spectrum disorders are increasingly being educated in inclusive general education classrooms. For optimal results, teachers need to know as much as possible about autism and the teaching methods and modifications that work best for these students. This is a huge undertaking for time-crunched general education teachers, many of whom may never have had a student with autism before. Now teachers can turn to "Autism in Your Classroom" for the information and guidance they need. Written by two neuropsychologists with extensive clinical and classroom experience, this new book is a concise, easy-to-read guide developed for primary school teachers. Part I provides a complete overview of the types, causes, characteristics, and treatments of autism spectrum disorders. It also explains various secondary characteristics of autism that create challenges for students, such as sensory abnormalities, behavioural issues, and limited social skills and peer interaction. Part II focuses on the student in the classroom: It covers a variety of strategies to manage learning and behaviour, such as: Modifying classwork and homework; Helping with language difficulties; Using visual strategies; Keeping students focused and organised; Teaching reading and math; Using positive reinforcement and rewards; Handling challenging behaviour; Explaining autism to other students; Teaching social skills in the classroom; Balancing the needs of typical and special students. Part III features two useful case studies. Both stem from the authors' hands-on work and consultation with teachers, students, and parents. The book concludes with an appendix of frequently asked questions about children with autism asked by educators. { 319pp, 140x215mm, December 2007; PB, £13.50, 1890627615:9781890627614 , Woodbine House } |
| BEST WORST BROTHER [Stephanie Stuve-Bodeen; Illustrated by Charlotte Fremaux] For ages 4-8. Isaac is almost three years old and Emma is in elementary school. Emma misses the adoring baby brother Isaac used to be. Now that he’s older, he’s a pain. Emma used to be able to make Isaac laugh. He used to let her hold him without squirming. But no more. Now Isaac spits out his food and knocks down her blocks when Emma tries to play with him. Sometimes his behaviour is downright embarrassing. Emma thinks Isaac would be more fun if he’d hurry up and learn some of the sign language she and her mom are trying to teach him. His slower pace is maddening at times! THE BEST WORST BROTHER is an endearing and realistic look at how a relationship evolves between a typically developing older sister and her younger brother with a developmental disability. It also shows how sign language can help a child that acquires speech more slowly. As Emma is pleased to discover, Isaac can learn to sign, he just learns when he’s ready. For those who recognise aspects of their own family in the story, it will be comforting to read about this 'warts and all' sibling relationship. Charlotte Fremaux’s realistic illustrations are deft and colourful. Text and illustrations mesh beautifully, making THE BEST WORST BROTHER a delightful tale to read at home or share at school. { 26pp, 280x215mm, June 2005; HB, £10.99, 1890627682:9781890627683 , Woodbine House } |
| CHANGING THE COURSE OF AUTISM : A Scientific Approach for Parents & Physicians [Bryan Jepson MD with Jane Johnson; Foreword by Katie Wright, daughter of the founders of Autism Speaks] 'Changing the Course of Autism' has the potential to revolutionise the way autism is perceived and managed. Most books on this subject describe educational and behavioural therapies, but autism is a medical disease, not a psychological disorder. This groundbreaking books shows that the disease can be treated by reducing the neurological inflammation that is part of the disease process, rather than simply masking the symptoms with drugs like Ritalin and Prozac. The authors have seen autistic behaviours improve dramatically or disappear completely with appropriate medical treatment. The book reviews the medical literature regarding the biological nature of the disease, including the potential connection between vaccines and autism. This book builds a bridge between the medical profession and parents who are angry at the rise in this disease and the way it is treated. It is the only book on this subject written by an MD who is also the parent of an autistic child. In 2001, the second son of Jepson was diagnosed with autism. Over the course of that year, he and his wife Laurie began exploring treatment options and found that the medical community knew very little about the cause, the treatment, or the prognosis of this disease. After a year of research, the couple established the non-profit Children's Biomedical Center of Utah. There autistic children could receive the most up-to-date care available. From 2002-2005, Dr Jepson treated hundreds of children on the autism spectrum and the clinic raised awareness throughout the intermountain West concerning issues related to autism and other childhood developmental disorders. Because he was a leading specialist in the field, Dr Jepson was recruited to join the team at Thoughtful House Center for Children, a multidisciplinary clinic dedicated to caring for children with autism and related conditions. The Thoughtful House is designed to integrate biomedical, gastrointestinal, and educational intervention into a coordinated effort, and to use this model to perform clinical research. It officially opened January 1st, 2006, and Dr Jepson is now its Medical Director. REVIEW: "This book will be the new PDR of autism for parents and physicians. Incredibly well referenced and easy to understand, it challenges long-held beliefs about this disease and introduces us to the new medical model of autism. An important book that every professional and family member who deals with autism must own." -- Lee Grossman, President and CEO, Autism Society of America. "Dr Bryan Jepson demystifies the disorder by providing the most up-to-date information on symptoms, detection, diagnosis, treatment, and the impact of the disorder on families of individuals with autism. Based on Dr. Jepson's extensive research and clinical observations, this book answers myriad questions about autism with authority and compassion." -- Doreen Granpeesheh PhD, BCBA, Executive Director, Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD). { 360pp, 155x230mm, July 2007; PB, £12.99, 1591810612:9781591810612 , Sentient Publications } |
| CHILDREN WITH SPINA BIFIDA : A Parents' Guide: 2nd Edition [Marlene Lutkenhoff, RN, MSN] Now thoroughly revised and updated, "Children with Spina Bifida" -- the complete and highly acclaimed guide for parents and professionals -- is available in a new edition. Children with this congenital condition, which occurs in approximately 1 out of 1,000 births, can have complex medical and therapeutic needs. Every aspect of their care and development from birth to age six is covered in this comprehensive resource. Chapters focus on specific issues, such as: Causes of spina bifida; Prenatal diagnosis; Neurosurgery; Urological and bowel management; Orthopaedic concerns; Physical therapy; Common medical problems; Development; Day-to-day parenting issues; Education and accommodations; A child's emotional health; Legal rights and hurdles; Perspectives from adolescents and adults with spina bifida. New to this edition is the latest information on research and medical advancements on spina bifida, including prenatal testing and surgery; new treatments and medications; the link between low folic acid levels and spina bifida; new rating systems for assessing mobility; an overview of orthotics and wheelchair options; changes to federal education law (IDEA); and much more. It also features a resource guide, glossary of terms, and dozens of delightful photographs of children with spina bifida. { 395pp, 140x215mm, January 2008; PB, £14.99, 1890627771:9781890627775 , Woodbine House } |
| CHILDREN WITH TOURETTE SYNDROME, 2ND EDITION : A Parents' Guide [Tracy Lynne Marsh (ed)] When first published, this guide was the only book to offer up-to-date information and advice for families. Now in an updated edition, 'Children with Tourette Syndrome' offers even more. There’s new information on the latest research and medical developments in the field, and sections on education, legal rights, family life, daily care, and emotional issues are thoroughly revised. Written by leading experts in the field and experienced parents, this guide provides an excellent blend of professional expertise and empathetic advice. Families with newly diagnosed children find answers to their most pressing questions about this often perplexing neurological disorder, as well as coping strategies and emotional support. This second edition includes new information about the effects of Tourette syndrome at different stages of development from childhood into adulthood. There’s more on coexisting conditions such as obsessive-compulsive disorder, Asperger syndrome, and learning disabilities. The book also provides an overview of the biochemistry of TS, what to expect from a medical workup, as well as a discussion of more than 30 different drugs used to treat TS and related conditions. There are strategies for coping with many of the challenging characteristics of TS such as impulsivity, obsessive thoughts, attention and sleep problems, and difficulties with sensory integration. A new chapter on Habit Reversal Training (HRT) explains how this behavior intervention can help some people control tics. Parents find the latest on special education rights, and expanded information on how to design an appropriate education plan for their child. For families raising a child with TS, this comprehensive handbook gives them hope and relieves their sense of isolation. It’s also essential reading for professionals and teachers who need to understand this complex disorder. { 361pp, 155x230mm, February 2007; PB, £12.99, 1890627364:9781890627362 , Woodbine House } |
| CHILDREN WITH VISUAL IMPAIRMENTS, 2ND EDITION : A Parents' Guide [M Cay Holbrook (ed)] This is the newly expanded and updated edition of the compassionate and practical guide for parents of children with visual impairment. Written by a team of professionals and parent-experts, the 2nd edition offers families up-to-date information and reassuring advice on everything from diagnosis to educational technology, daily living to mobility, and emotional coping to literacy. Edited by one of the leading experts in the field of visual impairment, CHILDREN WITH VISUAL IMPAIRMENTS is the most comprehensive reference of its kind. The 2nd edition includes new information on the "Core Curriculum" -- recommended areas of learning for children and adults who are blind or visually impaired -- more information on technology, and updated information on legal rights, federal benefits, and special education rights. New chapter authors provide a fresh perspective on family life, real-life anecdotes, and coping strategies. The resource section, reading list and parents statements (parent insights included at the end of each chapter) are all updated. Target Audience: Parents and teachers of children with visual impairments -- i.e. children with a loss of vision that makes if difficult or impossible to do daily living tasks without specialised adaptations: includes children who have low vision, are legally blind, blind, or have visual field losses. REVIEW: Praise for the first edition: "This is a wonderful book for parents. Finally, one book that gets parents started, all in easy-to-read language written with great sensitivity. As Braille is to the blind, and as magnification is to the visually impaired, so, too, this book for parents of the visually impaired." -- Kevin E. O'Connor, President, National Association of Parents of the Visually Impaired. "A most valuable addition to the literature... Helps put parents where they belong -- in the driver's seat!" -- Susan J Spungin EdD, Vice President, National Program Services, American Foundation for the Blind. { 434pp, 155x230mm, October 2006; PB, £12.99, 1890627402:9781890627409 , Woodbine House } |
| CHOICES IN DEAFNESS, 3RD EDITION : A Parent's Guide to Communication Options [Sue Schwartz PhD (ed)] Book and audio CD. Choices in Deafness, since 1987 the pre-eminent guide to communication options, is now extensively revised and expanded to provide the complete scope of information parents of children with deafness or hearing loss need. From assessment and diagnosis to medical/audiological treatments, and from the latest types of cochlear implants and procedures to education and technology devices, this new edition presents a balance of research, guidance, and insight from experts and families. Seven new chapters plus an audio CD cover: Universal Newborn Screening (implemented in 38 states, this required screening detects hearing loss much earlier, and has doubled the number of children found to have hearing loss) Auditory Neuropathy (a cause of hearing loss where the timing of sound is seriously disrupted, and which has only recently been understood) Genetic Causes of Deafness (describes genetic testing and counselling in light of research that shows over 60% of deafness in children is due to genetic or hereditary causes) The Transformation of Dreams (explores a shift in emotional outlook experienced by a parent/clinical psychologist upon learning her child is deaf) Identifying a Program of Excellence (what to look for in an education program for your child in addition to the chosen communication option) Communication Technology (services and devices that let deaf people communicate via phone, cell phone, Internet, video) Making It in College (personal accounts of four students about how they communicate and socialise at college) What Hearing Loss Sounds Like (a seven-minute audio CD depicts what speech sounds like as it simulates how hearing loss can affect pitch, loudness, and timing) As in the previous edition, Choices in Deafness presents five unbiased approaches to communication -- Auditory-Verbal, ASL-English Bilingual, Cued Speech, Auditory-Oral, and Total Communication -- and provides parents' first-person accounts of what it's like to use a specific method. Reading and resource lists round out this essential guide for parents. { 384pp, 155x230mm, July 2007; PB, £16.99, 1890627739:9781890627737 , Woodbine House } |
| DEMYSTIFYING AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDERS : A Guide to Diagnosis for Parents & Professionals [Carolyn Thorwarth Bruey PsyD] Parents of a child with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) need clear, comprehensive information to decipher the complex, behaviour-based diagnostic evaluations and definitions. This guide for lay readers clarifies the process of diagnosis for parents who don't fully understand it or wonder whether there is another ASD diagnosis that's more appropriate for their child. The book is also an excellent tool for families who suspect their child has an ASD but doesn't yet have a diagnosis. With more children diagnosed with ASDs than ever before, parents need reliable advice and information to make sense of their child's diagnosis. This invaluable guide is their answer. It can help families, as well as educators and caregivers, unlock many of the mysteries and nuances behind the ever-evolving diagnostic process. { 241pp, 140x215mm, April 2004; PB, £11.50, 1890627348:9781890627348 , Woodbine House } |
| DOWN SYNDROME DVD : The First 18 Months [Will Schermerhorn] A reassuring and realistic introduction to the unique joys and challenges that children with Down Syndrome bring to their families during the critical first 18 to 24 months of life. Heart warming footage of young children with Down Syndrome is interspersed with the interviews with parents and experts. Throughout, perspectives provided by veteran parents who share their joys and concerns will reassure new parents. This is an inspiring and educational video for parents who want to know more, and an excellent tool for support groups, medical professionals, and libraries to support families. Approximate running time 108 minutes. { January 2004; DV, £26.99, 0974807109:9780974807102 , Woodbine House } |
| DOWN SYNDROME VIDEO : The First 18 Months [Will Schermerhorn] Running time 108 minutes. A reassuring and realistic introduction to the unique joys and challenges that children with Down Syndrome bring to their families during the critical first 18 to 24 months of life. Heart warming footage of young children with Down Syndrome is interspersed with the interviews with parents and experts. Throughout, perspectives provided by veteran parents who share their joys and concerns will reassure new parents. This is an inspiring and educational video for parents who want to know more, and an excellent tool for support groups, medical professionals, and libraries to support families. { January 2004; VI, £26.99, 0974807117:9780974807119 , Woodbine House } |
| EARLY INTERVENTION DICTIONARY, 3RD EDITION : A Multidisciplinary Guide to Terminology [Jeanine G Coleman Med] Defines more than 4000 medical, therapeutic, and educational terms commonly used by the many different professionals involved in the early intervention field. It's an excellent reference to help families and professionals successfully collaborate and understand each other's terminology. It's also useful to anyone looking for clear definitions of words related to the care and development of young children in general. The new edition includes more than 400 new entries, plus hundreds of existing terms have been updated, reflecting changes in the field, and new research, educational approaches, and treatments. Many more transition-related terms have also been added to help parents prepare for the pre-school years ahead { 458pp, 140x215mm, December 2006; PB, £14.99, 1890627631:9781890627638 , Woodbine House } |
| EMBRACING PLAY DVD : Teaching Your Child with Autism This DVD teaches parents how to keep a child with autism engaged through what comes naturally to most children -- play. Playing is the doorway for a parent and young child with autism to connect and communicate. And this video gives parents a way to open that doorway. For a child with autism, interactions with people and objects such as toys can be very difficult or atypical. This video is an ideal tool for parents of newly diagnosed children waiting to begin a formal program such as ABA or for parents and therapists who want to supplement an ongoing course of therapy. "Embracing Play" shows dozens of play sessions between parent or professional and child. Using a technique called Object Focused Play, developed by the Behavioral Intervention Association, the video teaches parents how to use toys to capture a child's attention and initiate learning. Very easy-to-follow, these scenes allow parents to replicate the same play activities at home, and begin to help their child interact with people and objects in their surrounding environment. To get started, first establish what toy or activity a child is most interested in. This "entry point", such as pouring water or dropping a ball, sets the foundation for simple play routines and helps maintain a child’s interest, which is crucial. Trying to establish a regular schedule of play sessions is another key to success, as often as 3 hours per day, 5 days a week if possible. The DVD opens up new avenues of interaction and learning for children with autism. The benefits of these play skills pave the way for communication and social development. Approximate running time: 47 minutes. { January 2000; DV, £23.50, 0972708014:9780972708012 , Woodbine House (Behavioral Intervention Association) } |
| ENZYMES FOR AUTISM & OTHER NEUROLOGICAL CONDITIONS : The Practical Guide fo Digestive Enzymes & Better Behavior [Karen DeFelice] Enzyme therapy is one of the fastest emerging successful alternatives for people on the autism spectrum as well as other neurological conditions. Reports of significant improvements in health, pain reduction, language, food tolerance, socialising and other benefits emerge daily. Drawing on long-standing scientific research and trials by a wide range of families, Karen DeFelice deals comprehensively with all the information on enzymes that parents or those new to enzymes need: how enzymes work, who may benefit, what to expect, practical tested advice on selecting and introducing the right kind of enzymes, and how this can be combined with other approaches and therapies. { 384pp, 155x230mm, December 2002; PB, £12.99, 0972591877:9780972591874 , Greenleaf Book Group (Thundersnow Interactive) } |
| EVAN EARLY [Rebecca Hogue Wojahn; Illustrated by Edward Brian Gannon] For ages 3-7. When Natalie's little brother Evan Earl is born prematurely, he's earns the nickname Evan Earl-y. No one can say for sure when Evan will come home from the hospital. To help her with this uncertainty, Natalie's father gives her a calendar to keep track of the days -- each day that Natalie colours in is one day closer to the day her new brother can come home. When Natalie visits Evan at the hospital, she is curious about the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU); she talks to the nurses and her Mom explains how the tubes and machines are helping Evan to breathe and eat. As the days go by and become 'rainbow weeks' on Natalie's colouring calendar, she gets lonely and a little scared; her parents spend most of their time with Evan in the NICU. She tries to be patient, but finally gets upset by their neglect. Her Mom reassures her that they haven't forgotten about her. Over time, Natalie learns that, although her brother might always need special help and lots of attention, she can teach Evan their family traditions, even while he's in the hospital. This is a sympathetic and supportive story for other young siblings of preemies. The full-color illustrations are warm and bright, using Natalie's colouring calendar as a recurring visual theme throughout the story. The pictures portray just enough suggestion of the NICU medical setting to satisfy young reader's curiosity. Target Audience: Families with premature babies; kids aged 4 to 8 with premature sibs; professionals who work with these families (e.g., OB/GYNs, social workers, NICU nurses, neonatologists, paediatricians). { 32pp, 280x215mm, July 2006; HB, £10.99, 1890627712:9781890627713 , Woodbine House } |
| EVERYONE WINS!, NEW EDITION : Cooperative Games & Activities [Josette Luvmour & Ba Luvmour] This new edition of the best-selling Parent Choice Award winner Everyone Wins! is a handbook of over 150 co-operative games and activities for enhancing conflict resolution and communication skills and building self-esteem. Encouraging collaboration over competition, activities such as "Spaghetti", "Blanket Toss" and "Rhythm Learning" foster team-building and positive group dynamics. With a minimum of effort and a maximum of fun, children (and adults) learn to recognise and appreciate each other's special abilities and take pride in their own. All of the activities have been thoroughly tested and are graded according to appropriate age level (1+ to adult), size of group, indoor or outdoor location, and activity level, and include special hints and variations for group leaders. Where extra materials or props are called for, they are always simple, readily available and inexpensive. Brimming with ideas and written in a clear, easy-to-understand style, "Everyone Wins!" is perfect for educators, parents, group leaders, camp counselors and anyone who works with children. { 116pp, 140x215mm, April 2007; PB, £7.50, 0865715874:9780865715875 , New Society Publishers } |
| FINE MOTOR SKILLS FOR CHILDREN WITH DOWN SYNDROME, 2ND EDITION : A Guide for Parents & Professionals [Maryanne Bruni BScOT(Reg)] The updated and expanded 2nd edition of FINE MOTOR SKILLS IN CHILDREN WITH DOWN SYNDROME continues to be a popular, practical guide to understanding fine motor skills in children with Down syndrome and helping them develop these skills from birth through early adolescence. The first edition won a Parent's Choice Award in 1999. The author, an occupational therapist who has worked extensively with children with Down syndrome, is also the parent of a teenager with Down syndrome. She offers parents and professionals dozens of easy, home- and school-based activities, illustrated with black and white photos, which help children gradually acquire the skills they need for fine motor development. Readers learn how to incorporate work on fine motor skills into everyday activities and routines and to emphasise tasks that children can use throughout life -- play, self-help, printing, cutting with scissors, and computer use. New to this edition is a chapter on sensory processing and how the sensory system affects behaviour and learning in children with Down syndrome. Parents learn strategies that can help children handle various sensory problems so they can continue to learn daily living skills. Bruni includes new information on determining when a child is ready for 'pre-printing' activities (things a child can do to prepare for trying to print letters) and how to introduce related concepts (up & down; top & bottom; start & stop; left & right). The 2nd edition also includes more information on ways to help children learn self-help skills, such as dressing, using a fork and spoon, and becoming potty trained. This new and improved edition gives parents and professionals the expertise and confidence they need to help children build fine motor abilities and become more independent. Target Audience: Parents of children with Down syndrome, early intervention specialists, occupational and physical therapists, teachers { 241pp, 215x280mm, April 2006; PB, £13.50, 1890627674:9781890627676 , Woodbine House } |
| FUNCTIONAL BEHAVIOR ASSESSMENT FOR PEOPLE WITH AUTISM : Making Sense of Seemingly Senseless Behavior [Beth A Glasberg] This guide describes functional behaviour assessment (FBA), a highly regarded strategy that parents and professionals can use to identify the factors contributing to the problem behaviour. As the book explains, children and adults with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) are susceptible to unwanted behaviours due to difficulties with communication skills, social skills, and narrow interests. An FBA helps to determine what purpose the behaviour serves for the individual and the specific circumstances that led to learning the behaviour in the first place. Later on, the assessment is used to develop an intervention plan to help the individual unlearn the behaviour. With Functional Behavior Assessment for People with Autism caregivers are well on the way to breaking down the barriers created by challenging behaviour. A forthcoming sequel will thoroughly address how to develop an effective behavioural intervention plan. { 152pp, 140x215mm, January 2006; PB, £13.50, 1890627585:9781890627584 , Woodbine House } |
| GIFTS : Mothers Reflect on How Children with Down Syndrome Enrich Their Lives [Kathryn Lynard Soper; Foreword by Martha Sears, RN] Having a baby with Down syndrome is not something most parents would willingly choose. Yet many who travel this path discover rich, unexpected rewards along the way. In this candid and poignant collection of personal stories, sixty-three mothers describe the gifts of respect, strength, delight, perspective, and love, which their child with Down syndrome has brought into their lives. The contributors to this collection have diverse personalities and perspectives, and draw from a wide spectrum of ethnicity, world views, and religious beliefs. Some are parenting within a traditional family structure; some are not. Some never considered terminating their pregnancy; some struggled with the decision. Some were calm at the time of diagnosis; some were traumatised. Some write about their pregnancy and the months after giving birth; some reflect on years of experience with their child. Their diverse experiences point to a common truth: the life of a child with Down syndrome is something to celebrate. These women have something to say -- not just to other mothers but to all of us. { 294pp, 155x230mm, May 2007; PB, £12.99, 1890627852:9781890627850 , Woodbine House } |
| HE'S NOT AUTISTIC BUT... : How We Pulled Our Son From the Mouth of the Abyss [Tenna Merchent] According to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 1 in 166 children is born with autism. Tenna Merchent is only too familiar with this frightening statistic as she feared her own son might suffer from this devastating disorder. When her son was born, he seemed healthy. But by the time he was six weeks old, the infant cried for hours each evening if he wasn't constantly nursed. As the months went on, Clay frequently was seriously ill. By the time he was two years old, he could say only a few words, would bang his head for no apparent reason, often walked on his toes, was severely allergic to numerous things, constantly sick, and suffered from nose and chest congestion. He had systemic yeast, was terrified by sudden noises, wouldn't sleep for more than two hours straight, and was unhappy most of the time. All of his symptoms pointed to the possibility of autism. And to make matters worse, Merchent herself became seriously ill. This book describes her journey through traditional medicine, then the move to alternative care. The miracles begin when she discovers a master herbalist who reveals to her the primary cause of their ill health: aluminium. The simplicity of fully curing both herself and her son is astounding, and she illustrates the art of releasing in detail here. Also included is an invaluable list of remedies for common ailments, as well as a section on resources for herbs and homeopathies. { 144pp, 155x230mm, June 2007; PB, £10.99, 1933697008:9781933697000 , AtlasBooks (Joyous Messenger Inc.) } |
| HELPING YOUR TEENAGER BEAT DEPRESSION : A Problem-Solving Approach for Families [Katharina Manassis & Anne M Levac] Depression is a real and serious condition that can derail lives and put a child at risk. This book offers parents a strategy that enables them to become active partners in the treatment of their child's depression. Chapters begin with an overview of teenage mood problems followed by an explanation of the author's unique treatment approach, known by the acronym, LEEAPP (LEAP for short). Based on cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT), LEAP offers parents a plan to change a troublesome situation or negative pattern of interaction with their teen. Case studies throughout the book present a variety of situations and illustrate how to use the LEAP. { 202pp, 180x255mm, July 2004; PB, £15.50, 1890627496:9781890627492 , Woodbine House } |
| I CAN, CAN YOU? [Marjorie W Pitzer] For ages 0-4. A delightful board book full of babies and toddlers with Down Syndrome going about the business of their lives. Presented in crisp, uncluttered full-colour photographs, these children swim, take a bottle, share, eat spaghetti, laugh, play in the park, and more... looking adorable all the while! This wonderful book will be reassuring to families with a new baby with Down Syndrome and makes a great gift. Day care centres, hospitals, infant-toddler programmes, libraries, paediatric practices, and support groups will want to have 'I Can, Can You?' available for the families they serve. { 16pp, 175x125mm, September 2004; BB, £7.50, 1890627577:9781890627577 , Woodbine House } |
| I'LL HOLD YOUR HAND SO YOU WON'T FALL : A Child's Guide to Parkinson's Disease [Rasheda Ali; Foreword by Muhammad Ali] Rasheda Ali, a tireless caregiver’s advocate of Parkinson's Disease patients, has written a book for children and families. The purpose of the book is to address most commonly asked questions from children who may not understand why their loved ones with Parkinson's Disease behave in certain ways. Written for adults to read to children, the book encourages dialogue through the use of colourful illustrations, situations depicting symptoms, and interactive questions. Medical facts are provided at the end of each page to help readers answer children's questions with greater ease and specific terms are explained in the margin on each page. What makes this book different from other books on Parkinson's Disease is that first and foremost, it is not a textbook; it is a tool to enable children to understand what is wrong with their loved one with Parkinson’s Disease. There is nothing in the marketplace quite like this book -- it is the first of its kind -- and the book will very likely become 'the' children's resource for information on Parkinson's Disease. REVIEW: "The book outlines the symptoms, suchas stooped posture and unsteadiness, and suggests ways adults and children can communicate better with patients" - The guardian, April 2005. { 40pp, 155x230mm, March 2005; HB, £14.95, 1873413130:9781873413135 , Merit Publishing } |
| KIDS WITH DOWN SYNDROME STAYING HEALTHY & MAKING FRIENDS DVD [Will Schermerhorn] This DVD brings together parents and professionals from the United States, Canada, England, Ireland, Scotland, Australia, and New Zealand to give an up-to-date and comprehensive guide to the years when kids learn to walk to just before adolescence. Along with the joys of childhood come the everyday challenges of parenthood, such as toilet training and behaviour issues, and the demands of caring for a child with special needs, including IEP preparation and working with health care professionals. Children with Down syndrome may also have medical concerns that require close attention, such as sleep apnea and issues related to hearing, nutrition, and exercise. This DVD takes a careful, comprehensive approach to provide all caregivers the roadmap they need. Approximate running time: 120 minutes. { February 2008; DV, £19.99, 0974807133:9780974807133 , Woodbine House (Blueberry Shoes Productions) } |
| LEARNING DISABILITIES : New Research [Soren V Randall (ed)] A learning disability (LD) is a neurological disorder that affects the brain’s ability to receive, process, store and respond to information. The term learning disability is used to describe the seeming unexplained difficulty a person of at least average intelligence has in acquiring basic academic skills. These skills are essential for success at school and work and for coping with life in general. LD is not a single disorder. It is a term that refers to a group of disorders. LD is a disorder that affects people’s ability to either interpret what they see and hear to link information from different parts of the brain. These limitations can show up in many ways: as specific difficulties with spoken and written language, co-ordination, self control or attention. Typical learning difficulties include dyslexia, dyscalculia and dysgraphia -- often complicated by associated disorders such as attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder. This book brings together leading research in the field. { 243pp, 180x260mm, April 2006; HB, £52.99, 1594549907:9781594549908 , Nova Science Publishers } |
| LOOKING FOR LEARNING : Auditory, Visual & Optomotor Processing of Children with Learning Problems [Burkhart Fischer] Neuroscience is one field of the natural sciences that has produced millions of items of experimental data. It has provided a lot of knowledge about the basic physical and chemical processes in and between nerve cells. However, neuroscience has provided little understanding of the functional principles that make our brain what it is: an organ with a huge memory, which finds relationships between the contents of memory, which is able to learn functions, even for those for which it was not constructed, e.g. reading. This book deals with the diagnosis of deficits and the effects training (i.e. repetition of specified tasks) in the domain of auditory and visual perception as well as in the control of eye movements. Not only are the diagnostic aspects covered but also the therapeutic possibilities are described insofar as they are already established and evaluated. It will also be shown that successful training of functional deficits transfers to learning at school. { 187pp, 180x260mm, March 2007; HB, £59.50, 1600215025:9781600215025 , Nova Science Publishers } |
| MARRIED WITH SPECIAL-NEEDS CHILDREN : A Couples' Guide to Keeping Connected [Laura E Marshak & Fran P Prezant] This book looks at the ways in which having a child with special needs can make it more difficult for a marriage to thrive and how a child’s intensive needs can change the structure of a marriage. The authors examine many of the underlying stresses and common pitfalls -- a couple’s differing coping mechanisms and expectations of a child, communication breakdowns and difficulties resolving conflicts, for example. They then present a wide range of strategies for handling or preventing these problems. Marshak and Prezant also describe what makes a marriage strong, such as continuing to share connections outside of parenting roles, keeping a sense of autonomy, and sharing childcare responsibilities. Parents get advice about the importance of romance and intimacy and the benefits of finding time for each other even when they feel too tired or overwhelmed. In addition, the book deals with serious marital troubles and divorce considerations. Throughout are quotes from husbands and wives, offering special insight into what was especially difficult for them, what solutions they’ve discovered, and what they wished they’d done differently. For parents looking for ways to strengthen their marriage, prevent future strife, or resolve or move on from significant relationship difficulties, this guide offers guidance and expertise for taking the next step. This book is also invaluable to mental health professionals, giving them a realistic view of what many of their clients are dealing with on a day-to-day basis. { 296pp, 155x230mm, January 2007; PB, £16.99, 1890627100:9781890627102 , Woodbine House } |
| MATTHEW : A Memoir [Anne Crosby] From the moment she first held her new-born son in her arms, Anne Crosby knew something was wrong with him. Although the staff at the London hospital dismissed her response as cruel and unmaternal, her instincts were correct: Matthew had Down syndrome. Struggling with feelings of shock and grief, Crosby determined that she would do whatever she could to help Matthew lead as full a life as possible. This is the moving, candid, insightful, and often surprising account of the life Matthew made with the help of his mother and other caring people. With her painter's eye for the colourful detail and a Dickensian ear for the voices of her characters, Crosby describes Matthew's family and friends, doctors and teachers-a large cast that includes Alice Strong, his Cockney caregiver, the famous child psychologist D W Winnicott, and Princess Anne, a benefactor of MacIntyre, Matthew's boarding school. Crosby evokes the forbidding atmosphere of Normansfield, the residential institution founded by the man who gave his name to Down syndrome; the spacious beauty of Mentmore, the country estate where she often took Matthew for outings; and the touching camaraderie of the hospital ward in which Matthew died of heart failure at twenty-four. In this remarkable memoir, Crosby also explores Matthew's inner life, revealing his playful mimicry and unexpected humour, his outbursts of affection and occasional fits of temper, his gallantry toward his first love, and his disappointment over the loss of his first job. Anne Crosby's portrait of her son gives us an abiding image of Matthew that deepens our understanding of what it means to be human. { 354pp, 145x220mm, June 2006; HB, £16.99, 1589880269:9781589880269 , Paul Dry Books } |
| MEANINGFUL EXCHANGES FOR PEOPLE WITH AUTISM : An Introduction to Augmentative & Alternative Communication [Joanne M Cafiero PhD] When children and adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs) have difficulty communicating, the world can be a painful and frustrating place. Fortunately, there are now tools and strategies that can help make interactive communication possible for individuals with ASDs who can’t use speech effectively. This guide to augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) provides an overview of the AAC techniques and devices available today. AAC refers to any tool, device, picture, word, symbol or gesture that compensates for expressive and receptive communication deficits. An AAC tool is as simple as a picture schedule made at home or as sophisticated as a voice output communication aid (VOCA); MEANINGFUL EXCHANGES covers both low and high-tech varieties. The author also explains how AAC appeals to the particular learning style and communication strengths and weaknesses of people with ASDs. An extensive section on ACC and Special Education Law covers eligibility and entitlement issues; how to make sure a communication system is included in an Individual Education Program (IEP) and stays with a student from school to school; and who pays for a device. Real-life vignettes help to illustrate how various AAC tools increase communication with others and, consequently, improve quality of life. Appendices provide additional sources of information about specific devices and software, as well as listings of manufacturers and training opportunities. { 174pp, 140x215mm, October 2005; PB, £11.99, 1890627445:9781890627447 , Woodbine House } |
| NEGOTIATING THE SPECIAL EDUCATION MAZE : A Guide for Parents & Teachers: 4th Edition [Winifred Anderson, Stephen Chitwood, Deidre Hayden & Cherie Takemoto. Foreword by Ann Turnbull] For over 25 years, this classic guide has taken parents, guardians, educational advocates, and special educators step-by-step through the special education process. Now revised and updated, reflecting the latest changes to the special education laws, the book continues to provide thorough, time-tested advice based on the authors' years of experience helping parents advocate for their child. The book covers all the crucial components parents and advocates need to consider from anticipating a child is not succeeding in a program or school to seeking an evaluation; from planning an Individualised Education Program (IEP) or Individualised Family Service Plan (IFSP), to understanding classroom placement options and monitoring progress. Key topics include: Eligibility for services; Understanding the IEP process; How to write effective goals; Tips on participating in IEP meetings; Making sure IEPs are carried out and effective. The new fourth edition provides expanded information on: Transitioning from high school to adult life; Employment; Independent living; Self-advocacy; Continuing education; Required statewide assessments for all students; Problem solving disagreements between families and schools; Due process and other legal recourses. Invaluable forms and charts help parents plan their IEP strategy, keep records and key contacts, log conversations and correspondence with important players, and track progress. This guide is one of the best tools available for understanding how to navigate the special education maze! { 305pp, 200x300mm, April 2008; PB, £14.99, 1890627461:9781890627461 , Woodbine House } |
| NEW LANGUAGE OF TOYS, 3RD EDITION : Teaching Communication Skills to Children with Special Needs, a Guide for Parents & Teachers [Sue Schwartz PhD] Many young children with special needs experience language delays and need additional help to build language skills. What better way to encourage communication development than through play? The completely updated third edition of "The New Language of Toys", a perennial favourite of parents, speech-language pathologists, and early interventionists, offers a plan for doing just that. The new edition presents sixty-five new toys and accompanying toy dialogues to use with children with a wide range of special needs from birth through age six. These sample toy dialogues show parents how to play purposefully with their child -- using store-bought and home-made toys -- to provide language learning opportunities and stimulate language development. The exercises are fun and educational, too, as parents help their child build receptive language skills (understanding), expressive language skills (communicating), and speech. The book is organised by language developmental ages and each section includes: toy dialogues; numerous photographs; a toy list; a list of suggested vocabulary and communication concepts; children's book bibliography; checklist to track progress. In addition, this book provides important background information about language, its sequential development, the causes of language delays, and how play can enhance language development. It also explains the use of videos, DVDs, television, and the computer as language enhancers. The resource lists are extensive, offering toy manufacturers and catalogues, support organisations, children's book information, and suggested materials for home-made toys. With this book, parents can help their children make gains in their language development and have an enjoyable and rewarding experience while doing it. It's also a great tool for collaboration between parents and professionals. { 260pp, 175x255mm, June 2004; PB, £12.99, 1890627488:9781890627485 , Woodbine House } |
| NOW'S THE TIME : Teaching Jazz To All Ages: 2nd Edition [Doug Goodkin] This one-of-a-kind book combines practice, theory, aesthetics, history and a proven pedagogy in leading both children and adults in the joys of jazz. It features 70 activities for teachers to do with children based on the Orff approach to music education, a clear developmental sequence and a thorough analysis of the basics of the blues, jazz standards and improvisation. Activities are applicable to preschool, elementary and middle school students and adaptable to any age. They include games, speech, body percussion, movement, songs and arrangements for Orff instruments of classic jazz tunes. Included also is a Middle School curriculum with examples of children's work. { 354pp, 225x310mm, January 2004; PB, £23.50, 0977371212:9780977371211 , Midpoint Trade Books (Pentatonic Press) } |
| PLAYING BY THE RULES : A Story About Autism [Dena Fox Luchsinger] Ages 4 to 8 years. This is a children's book about a girl and her brother with autism. The story gets started when Great Aunt Tilda comes for a rare visit and spends the day looking after them while their mom is busy around the house. Jody and her brother, Josh, love to play board games! In particular, Josh loves to play Animal Sounds Bingo. When Aunt Tilda wants to play too, Josh suddenly gets up and leaves. All the better thinks Jody, who wants to play a different game anyway and have her Aunt's undivided attention. Jody has to explain to Aunt Tilda that, because of autism, Josh is uncomfortable around new people, and he ONLY likes to play games with animals in them. Turns out there is a lot about autism and Josh's behaviour that is new to Aunt Tilda, and throughout the story, Jody helps her to understand him better. Slowly Josh warms to Aunt Tilda, until she picks up one of Josh's carefully arranged animal figures -- big mistake! Jody tells her what to do to make it all right, and eventually Josh calms down. She wisely explains that he has his own set of rules to life, adding "You just don't know the rules to Josh's game yet." With colourful, cartoon-like illustrations, "Playing by the Rules" is a funny, realistic story about how siblings of children with autism bridge the gap of understanding between their brothers or sisters and other people. It also shows how they often have to tolerate interruptions and accept less attention because of their sibling's special needs. But like many siblings, Josh and Jody also have a positive, loving relationship -- most of the time! { 32pp, 215x280mm, November 2007; HB, £11.50, 1890627836:9781890627836 , Woodbine House } |
| RIGHT FROM THE START : Behavioral Intervention for Young Children with Autism [Sandra L Harris PhD & Mary Jane Weiss PhD BCBA] Parents of young children -- ages 18 months to 5 years -- recently diagnosed with autism, face the critical decision of which educational treatment program to choose for their child. To help guide them through this complex decision-making process, parents can turn to the revised and updated edition of "Right from the Start". This second edition covers programs that use Early Intensive Behavioural Intervention, a highly effective treatment based on Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA). New information includes the latest research on the benefits of Early Intensive Behavioural Intervention, the types of instruction used (naturalistic instruction and other teaching methods that complement ABA), home-based professionals and their credentials, school-based programs, and more. An Early Intensive Behavioural Intervention program consists of concentrated instruction (at least 40 hours a week) and can be based in the child's home, at a centre (private or university), or more recently, in public schools. Besides the setting, there are many other variables to consider when evaluating a program, and "Right from the Start" thoroughly explores those, including: age of the child; access to typically developing peers; curriculum; teaching strategies; team member credentials; time demands; family finances; home support services; supervision and accountability; behavior management; control over the child's education; visual and auditory distractions; availability of multidisciplinary team. Comprehensive in its coverage and full of personal insight, "Right from the Start" is an essential primer to help families explore the options and select the educational treatment program that best suits them and their child's needs. The many professionals who work closely with these families can also benefit from reading this book. { 175pp, 140x215mm, April 2007; PB, £12.99, 1890627801:9781890627805 , Woodbine House } |
| SELF-HELP SKILLS FOR PEOPLE WITH AUTISM : A Systematic Teaching Approach [Stephen R Anderson PhD BCBA, Amy L Jablonski PsyD, Marcus L Thomeer PhD & Vicki Madaus Knapp PhD BCBA] Learning self-help skills -- eating, dressing, toileting, and personal hygiene -- can be challenging for people with autism, but is essential for independence. This book thoroughly describes a systematic approach that parents (and educators) can use to teach basic self-care to children, ages 24 months to early teens, and even older individuals. With an encouraging tone, the authors -- behaviour analysts and psycholo-gists -- emphasise that it's worthwhile to devote the extra time and effort now to teach skills rather than have your child be forever dependent on others. The many case studies throughout the book depict individuals with deficits in specific self-care tasks, and demonstrate how a coordinated and system-atic approach is effective in teaching more complex skills. For example, a 12-year-old with the self-feeding skills of a toddler, who was excluded from the school cafeteria, is taught to stay at the table to eat a full meal using utensils. A chapter is devoted to each of the four skill areas (eating, dressing, toileting, personal hygiene) offering detailed insight and specific instruction strategies. Ap-pendices contain forms to complete for task analyses, instructional plans, and data collection. With the information in this book, parents can immediately start teaching their child, or refer back to the book to fine-tune skills as their child develops. { 187pp, 215x280mm, July 2007; PB, £14.99, 1890627410:9781890627416 , Woodbine House } |
| TEACHING CHILDREN WITH DOWN SYNDROME ABOUT THEIR BODIES, BOUNDARIES & SEXUALITY : A Guide for Parents & Professionals [Terri Couwenhoven MS] Parents of children with Down syndrome and other intellectual disabilities are accustomed to paying close attention to their child's physical, cognitive, and emotional development. This proactive approach should also include their child's sexual development, which for many parents may not seem as obvious or urgent, especially to those with young children. Drawing on her unique background as both a sexual educator and mother of a child with Down syndrome, the author blends factual information and practical ideas for teaching children with Down syndrome about their bodies, puberty, and sexuality. This book gives parents the confidence to speak comfortably about these sometimes difficult subjects. In an easy-to-read, non-clinical style, the book covers relevant issues and concerns for children of all ages, such as: Labelling & explaining private body parts; Identifying & expressing emotions; Respecting personal space; Teaching self-care & hygiene; Understanding norms of privacy; Understanding gender identity; Showing appropriate levels of affection. It also covers later issues that affect teenagers and young adults, including: Anticipating and understanding puberty; Dealing with periods, bras for girls; Experiencing erections, wet dreams for boys; Relating to the opposite sex; Sharing parental values about sexuality; Explaining sexual relationships; Preventing sexual abuse; Understanding how Down syndrome affects puberty & fertility rates. Each chapter highlights important points with key messages, teaching activities, parental pauses, and anecdotes, all of which prompt readers to stop and consider concepts or values associated with a particular topic. The final chapter covers the special concerns of parents who are now teaching teenaged or adult children about sexuality for the first time. It concludes with extensive appendices containing invaluable teaching materials and illustrations of body parts and functions. { 331pp, 215x280mm, October 2007; PB, £16.99, 189062733X:9781890627331 , Woodbine House } |
| TEACHING CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS [Sonia Grover] All students require support from teachers, classmates, family, and friends in order to thrive and to gain full benefit from their school experience. Some children who have behavioural or communication disorders, or intellectual, physical or multiple disabilities or who are gifted, may require special education services or special education programmes in order to enable them to attend school and benefit fully from their school experience. Special education also known as special education or defectology refers to the teaching of students with a learning disability, a developmental disability or a behavioural problem, or that of gifted children. The field of special education is so diverse and complex that it overflows with unresolved issues. Although most individuals agree that special education is an aspect of education needed in today's society, they are unclear about how it should be defined or delivered. This book is a general introduction to the characteristics of children's with disabilities and their education. This hook emphasised classroom practices as well as the psychological, sociological, and medical aspects of disabilities. Recommended for those individuals who are preparing to be special educators, those who are preparing to he general educators, the parents of disabled children and for professional in other fields who work with children having disabilities. { 286pp, 140x215mm, July 2007; HB, £26.99, 818974156X:9788189741563 , SBS Publishers & Distributors Pvt Ltd } |
| TEACHING CONVERSATION TO CHILDREN WITH AUTISM : Scripts & Script Fading [Lynn E McClannahan PhD & Patricia J Krantz PhD] This book describes scripts that parents and teachers can use to help children learn to initiate conversation, thereby improving communication. The authors have successfully used scripts and script-fading techniques based on their clinical observations and research, and founded on applied behaviour analysis principles. The authors begin by thoroughly explaining the script and script-fading processes and include many examples to support the instructions. A script is an audiotaped or written word, phrase, or sentence that often reflects the child’s preferences and interests. For very young children and non-readers, scripts are paired with pictures of desired objects or activities. The process starts when a child engages in conversation with an interaction partner by reading a script or playing it on an audio card reader to start the conversation (e.g., "I like yogurt"). The partner supports the conversation with a response (e.g., "Yogurt is good", or "You had yogurt for lunch"). After the child masters a few scripts, the script-fading process begins. The last word of the script is removed, then the next to last, and so on, until the script is absent. After scripts have been introduced and faded, many children learn to spontaneously initiate and pursue social interaction. The book demonstrates that scripts are a valuable tool to improve interaction for children and even adolescents and adults. Use scripts at home, in school, in the workplace, and in the community. { 160pp, 140x215mm, January 2006; PB, £11.99, 1890627321:9781890627324 , Woodbine House } |
| TEACHING MATH TO PEOPLE WITH DOWN SYNDROME & OTHER HANDS-ON LEARNERS, BOOK 1 : Basic Survival Skills [DeAnna Horstmeier PhD] The author, an experienced educator, was inspired to write 'Teaching Math' to meet the needs of hands-on learners after observing the difficulty her adult son with Down Syndrome and his peers had in applying math skills to everyday life. 'Teaching Math' gives parents and teachers high-interest, hands-on strategies and ideas for teaching math to learners of all ages. { 399pp, 215x280mm, August 2004; PB, £16.99, 1890627429:9781890627423 , Woodbine House } |
| TEACHING MOTOR SKILLS TO CHILDREN WITH CEREBRAL PALSY & SIMILAR MOVEMENT DISORDERS : A Guide for Parents & Professionals [Sieglinde Martin] Written by an experienced physical therapist, this practical guide gives parents the keys they need to help their child with cerebral palsy or another developmental delay master gross motor skills beginning in infancy. Organised in the sequence children acquire gross motor skills, this guide explains how motor development unfolds, and how cerebral palsy can affect this development. There are dozens of illustrated exercises that can help children gradually strengthen back, neck and tummy muscles and then master motor skills, such as head control, sitting, crawling, standing, and walking. While parents can and should practice these exercises at home, the author stresses how success is dependent on parents and therapist working together. Real-life vignettes provide examples of how parents, children, and physical therapists interact, what difficulties can arise and how to try and work through them. The author guides parents step-by-step through techniques and practical exercises that address such issues as: head control; muscle tone; proper positioning; involuntary movements; stretching and flexibility; balance and coordination; strength training. Each chapter includes a section of frequently asked questions by parents, and the final chapter covers important topics such as the medical management of spasticity, serial casting, bracing, neuromuscular electrical stimulation and surface electromyography. Consistent and regular practice of motor exercises is crucial for a child with CP to reach their motor potential; this practical guide makes it easy for parents and other caregivers to reinforce at home the exercises introduced by a child’s physical therapist. Target Audience: Parents of children with cerebral palsy, physical therapists (PTs), -- especially pediatric PTs -- Occupational Therapists (OTs), early intervention professionals and teachers. { 237pp, 215x280mm, July 2006; PB, £13.50, 1890627720:9781890627720 , Woodbine House } |
| TEENAGERS WITH ADD & ADHD, 2ND EDITION : A Guide for Parents & Professionals [Chris A Zeigler Dendy] Raising a teenager with an attention deficit disorder is more comprehensive than ever. Thousands more parents can rely on Dendy's compassionately presented expertise based on the latest research and decades of her experience as a parent, teacher, school psychologist, and mental health counsellor. Her book looks at key areas that make adolescence -- an already challenging time of life -- potentially more difficult for kids with ADD or ADHD: academics, dating, driving, socialising, and greater independence. Teenagers with ADD and ADHD gives parents insight on everything from understanding the diagnosis to treatment options, and from behavioural and academic issues, to parent involvement and self-advocacy. The new edition includes additional or updated information in several areas. A separate chapter on medications provides details on specific drugs, including many new ones, and what research shows about their effectiveness in improving attention, impulse control, and distractibility. Dendy discusses new findings about the role of executive function problems and how they relate to teenagers' difficulties with organisational skills, long-range planning, and staying on task. She advises parents on their role in working with schools to find strategies for academic success. Teenagers also speak out about their condition, and Dendy points to ways to involve them in their own treatment plan. In addition, the book covers coexisting disorders such as learning disabilities, depression, anxiety, Tourette syndrome, and Asperger syndrome. Since 1995, this nuts and bolts guide has given parents hope and empowerment. It's chockfull of the latest data and proven strategies that can help manage the symptoms of ADD and ADHD at home and school. { 414pp, 215x280mm, October 2006; PB, £16.99, 1890627313:9781890627317 , Woodbine House } |
| VISUAL SUPPORTS FOR PEOPLE WITH AUTISM : A Guide for Parents & Professionals [Marlene J Cohen & Donna L Sloan] Most of us use visual supports in our daily lives -- for example, a shopping list, calendar, or a roadmap. Visual supports are particularly beneficial to people with autism because they help make abstract concepts concrete and capitalise on the user's inherent visual learning strengths. Visual Supports for People with Autism shows parents and educators how incorporating these aids while teaching can improve academic performance, behaviour, interaction with others, and self-help skills. In a friendly, conversational-style, the authors, both certified behaviour analysts, describe the deficits typical of autism -- language, memory, temporal sequential skills, attention, motivation, and social skills -- and present strategies to use visual supports to address those issues at school and home. This guide presents an abundance of examples, illustrated by dozens of black and white and colour photos. Visual Supports also explains considerations such as portability, durability, preferences, age appropriateness, and effectiveness. While visual supports can enhance learning, they should, however, eventually be eliminated to avoid over-dependence on them. An entire chapter describes different ways to fade visual supports. With this book, there's no limit to what can be taught, from fostering social interaction by using a graphic organiser of conversational talking points to learning to put away toys from video modelling. Most of the visual supports presented in this book are low-tech and easy-to-use, making it simple for parents and professionals to create their own, suited to the needs of their students. Inspiring success stories will further motivate parents and professionals to get started. { 180pp, 215x280mm, June 2007; PB, £14.99, 189062747X:9781890627478 , Woodbine House } |
| WHAT DID YOU SAY? DVD : A Guide to Speech Intelligibility in People with Down Syndrome [Libby Lumin PhD CCC-SLP] Do you worry that no one outside of your immediate family can understand what your child says? This inspiring DVD, by one of the most respected speech-language pathologists (SLP) in the field of Down syndrome, looks at the importance of speech intelligibility (understandable speech) and what makes clear speech challenging for people with Down Syndrome. Dr Libby Kumin explains in easy-to-understand terms the components of speech that parents and SLPs should pay attention to, helping them identify what a child or adult needs to work on in speech therapy. The DVD reminds parents that, like it or not, the quality of their child's speech often reflects on how society perceives their child's abilities. Dr Kumin's positive outlook reassures viewers that improvement is possible, especially when you know what the problems are. The video carefully defines the factors that contribute to understandable speech. These include such issues as anatomical factors (size of a child's tongue in relation to the size of his mouth, for example), articulation, intonation, the ability to sequence sounds in the proper order, the rate of speech, and social use of language (making eye contact, using facial expressions and gestures to get a message across). The DVD features dozens of boys and girls with Down syndrome, from pre-school age to young adulthood, showing various levels of speech intelligibility. They may be working on a problem area and giving parents a chance to hear what different speech problems sound like, or demonstrating understandable speech and showing what can be achieved with effective speech therapy. The DVD also features a bonus section with useful tips on writing effective Individualised Education Program (IEP) goals related to speech intelligibility. This comprehensive overview of speech intelligibility problems is useful to parents of young children who speak but are not easily understood. Approximate running time: 59 minutes. { July 2006; DV, £19.99, 189062778X:9781890627782 , Woodbine House } |