Empowering strategies for anyone who works with children and teens on the spectrum. International best-selling writer and autist Temple Grandin joins psychologist Debra Moore in presenting nine strengths-based mindsets necessary to successfully work with young people on the autism spectrum. Examples and stories bring the approaches to life, and detailed suggestions and checklists help readers put them to practical use. Temple Grandin shares her own personal experiences and anecdotes from parents and professionals who have sought her advice, while Debra Moore draws on more than three decades of work as a psychologist with kids on the spectrum and those who love and care for them. So many people support the lives of these kids, and this book is for all of them: teachers; special education staff; mental health clinicians; physical, occupational, and speech therapists; parents; and anyone interacting with autistic children or teens. Readers will come away with new, empowering mindsets they can apply to develop the full potential of every child.

Leaving high school and going to college is complicated for everyone. But if you're a student on the autism spectrum who is about to enter higher education for the first time, it might be a little bit more complicated for you. Maybe you're worried about getting accommodations, getting places on time, or dealing with sensory issues in a new environment. Maybe you could use some advice on how to stay healthy at school, handle dating and relationships, or talk to your friends and classmates about your disability. Maybe you want to talk to someone who's already dealt with these issues. That's where we come in. Navigating College is an introduction to the college experience from those of us who've been there. The writers and contributors are Autistic adults, and we're giving you the advice that we wish someone could have given us when we headed off to college. We wish we could sit down and have a chat with each of you, to share our experiences and answer your questions. But since we can't teleport, and some of us have trouble meeting new people, this book is the next best thing. So as you go back to school, check out a copy of Navigating College for yourself or your loved one. We ve done this all before--let us help you out.

Because of its unique focus on teaching the critical social skills that autistic children lack, this book has been cited by "Library Journal" as "Essential to All Collections."

“Just the sort of book that saves lives by igniting a passion for reading.” —James Patterson “Reminiscent of Huckleberry Finn.” —The Wall Street Journal A Michael L. Printz Honor Winner From the author of Newbery Medal winner Moon Over Manifest comes the odyssey-like adventure of two boys’ incredible quest on the Appalachian Trail. When Jack Baker’s father sends him from his home in Kansas to attend a boys’ boarding school in Maine, Jack doesn’t know what to expect. Certainly not Early Auden, the strangest of boys. Early keeps to himself, reads the number pi as a story, and refuses to accept truths others take for granted. Jack, feeling lonely and out of place, connects with Early, and the two become friends. During a break from school, the boys set out for the Appalachian Trail on a quest for a great black bear. As Jack and Early travel deeper into the mountains, they meet peculiar and dangerous characters, and they make some shocking discoveries. But their adventure is only just beginning. Will Jack’s and Early’s friendship last the journey? Can the boys make it home alive? An ALA Best Fiction for Young Adults Selection An ALA-ALSC Notable Children’s Book A New York Times Editor’s Choice A New York Times Bestseller An Indie Pick A Bank Street College of Education Best Book of the Year A School Library Journal Best Book of the Year A Kirkus Reviews Best Book of the Year A Booklist Books for Youth Editors’ Choice Selection A BookPage Best Children’s Book A Texas Lone Star Reading List Selection A Notable Children's Book in Language Arts Book A Down East Magazine Best of Maine Book A North Carolina Young Adult Book Award Master List Selection An Iowa Children's Choice Award Finalist

The Essential How to Guide for Parents by Parents. As the parents of three children with autism we wrote the how-to book we kept looking for but could never find. This book contains REAL phone numbers, addresses and websites of every state operated resource across the country. We give specific step-by-step how to directions on how to apply and what to do if you're turned down. With help, your child can succeed within the mainstream school system, but getting that help won't always be easy. This book explains the steps to getting the care that can make a difference not only for the early schooling, but their entire life. Providing all the information you will need to start the process and achieve success, this guide will teach you: How the system works across the country, to avoid losing services when your family moves across county or state lines. An easy to follow, step 1 - step 2 - step 3 format to understand who the agencies are, what they do, where they are, the appropriate time to contact them, and how to apply. The 5 most important questions to ask, and how to find the answers.

Your child has been diagnosed with autism, now what? When a child is diagnosed with autism, parents find themselves navigating insurance law, special education services and therapy options. Wouldn't it be easier to have all of this information in one, easy-to-read book? The Autism Helpbook gives parents the tools they need in order to help their child thrive. Written in conversational language, The Autism Helpbook offers practical advice on self-care, obtaining a diagnosis, insurance and Medicaid, biomedical interventions, therapies, education, preparing for adolescence and adulthood, legal considerations and life with autism. Written by the mother of a sixteen-year-old boy with autism, this book offers practical advice for parents, caregivers and professionals in an unintimidating manner. Rather than spending years leaning to navigate systems of care, parents can use this book as a tool to hit the ground running and get their child the services they need in a timely fashion. The only book on the market of its kind, The Autism Helpbook is THE resource guide for parents, family members and professionals.

How parents and professionals can help spectrum kids become successful adults

This is a book for professionals to share with families of young children (0-5 years) who have been or are in the process of being diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The authors help families 1) navigate a child's ASD diagnosis and treatment options, 2) understand the range of early intervention professionals and their respective roles, and 3) learn that communication is a critical aspect of diagnosis and intervention.

This is an account of our journey navigating autism with our daughter, Victoria. Through trial and error, we discover practical strategies that help her make simple connections to our world. She went form being a non-verbal toddler who preferred playing alone and had difficulty with many things we take for granted, to being a communicative seven year old who is able to better regulate her emotions and connect with us. On this journey, I share with you the ups and downs, as well as the wonderful ways in which we have learned to interact with our daughter and bring her out of her world into ours. Journey with me and my daughter toward a compassionate way of learning and connecting. She has taught us to see through her eyes in order to better understand and help her. In these pages you will find gentle tools to help you and your child navigate autism. You can start right away by using easy to follow exercises for day to day activities. I believe you have the key to being your child's best teacher!

Please note: This is a companion version & not the original book. Sample Book Insights: #1 Labels also have their drawbacks. When we label someone, others start to see them through the lens of that label. When we use the term autism, some people have an accurate understanding of the word, but many others do not. #2 The diagnosis of autism can sometimes help you predict a child’s behaviors, but it tells you nothing about their specific way of thinking, their idiosyncrasies, their strengths, or their individual personality. To understand and help a child, you must consider how their brain systems function and how they process information. #3 When it comes to autism, people often over-emphasize the child’s traits, which are innate, inborn reactions to stress, novelty, and people. They may also under-emphasize the child’s temporary states, which are moods, reactions, and mindsets. #4 When it comes to disclosure of a person’s disability, experts agree that it should be done only when it will help someone understand them better. If you do want to disclose a person’s disability, it should be done within a full depiction of them.