Enhancing Communication in People with an Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Guide for Parents and Professionals This guide provides an introduction to the nature of communication difficulties in Autism and introduces the concept of visual supports. It provides examples of the way that a range of visuals can be used to support communication. A guide for parents and professionals. View More...
The manual outlines various factors relative to Autism that may contribute to sleep difficulties. Strategies are provided to help reduce bedtime and sleep problems. The strategies described encompass: environment; communication; behaviour; social routines; sensory issues and more. Some practical resources (schedule visuals, Social Stories) are included. A Manual for parents and carers who have a child with Autism experiencing sleep difficulties. View More...
Help me do Everyday Things This book provides a range of strategies to help the individual with Autism function more independently in family and community life. Strategies include: enhancing communication; using routines; adapting the environment; and providing motivation. Helpful strategies to help people with Autism to do those everyday things. View More...
Let's Play: Facilitating interactive play skills in children with Autism. Autism impacts on the child's development in three key areas i.e. social skills, communication and behaviour. Deficits in all of these areas will impact on the development of play; and, in turn, impairment in play skills will also impact on social development, communication and other skills related to cognition. This resource is designed for use by parents, caregivers, teachers and others working with children with Autism. It is hoped that the resource will provide an understanding of the importance of play skil... View More...
This collection of articles provides strategies to address 'everyday life' difficulties for individuals with Autism. Topics include: behavioural difficulties; social skills in Autism; dealing with obsessions; waiting; toileting; a restricted diet, and more. Practical Strategies for Supporting People with Autism Spectrum Disorders. View More...
Making Sense of the Senses for Children with Autism: a workbook for teachers and parents This manual explores the difficulties for many children with Autism with regard to sensory stimuli, including touch sensation, visual stimuli, taste and smell, sound, body awareness, balance and movement. Mindful of sensory difficulties, the book provides teaching strategies relevant to the classroom, home and other environments. A workbook for teachers and parents. View More...
As periods of change can be difficult, anxious times, for children and adults with Autism this book examines the concept of change/transition in relation to the nature of Autism. It provides strategies, along with resources which can be copied and laminated, to help make these periods much easier for the person with Autism. View More...
When first published in 2008, The Australian Autism Handbook quickly became the go-to guide for parents whose children have been diagnosed with an Autism Spectrum Disorder. In this new edition, the book has been updated with all the latest research, the ratings guide for early interventions, new chapters on teens; Aspergers syndrome; DSM5 diagnostic criteria; and advice for dads by dads. Its new resources section ensures you make the most of your funding and lists every website and phone number you could ever need. The Australian Autism Handbook is a practical and comprehensive guide to every ... View More...
As a parent of a child with extra special needs there's always a lot going on. Are you overwhelmed by child development experts, complex funding and disability systems? Are you frustrated by aspects of your child's school and therapy programs? Are your time, energy and leadership skills slipping through your fingers? You are not alone. Many parents feel overwhelmed. Becoming Chief is written to help you feel more energised, informed and confident to lead your child's tribe to the brilliant outcomes you dream of. The tough topics are covered, wonderful real-life stories are told and practical p... View More...
This is the 'missing piece' in successfully developing and using sensory modulation plans with elementary students. "Arnie and His School Tools: Simple Sensory Solutions to Build Success" is an illustrated children's book about an exuberant little boy who had difficulty paying attention in class and doing his school work until he was equipped with the tools to accommodate his sensory needs. Written from Arnie's point of view, the book uses simple language to describe some of the sensory tools and strategies he uses at school and home to help him achieve a more optimal level of alertness and pe... View More...
When things don't go our way, the Disappointment Dragon can come to visit and take us down to his home in the Valley of Despair...The Disappointment Dragon sometimes comes to see us all and, if we let him, he can make us feel sad or angry. He visits Bobby when he is not picked for the school football team, he also finds Lucinda when she has to miss an exciting school trip because she has the Chicken Pox. He even tries to take the whole of Class Three down to the Valley of Despair when their favourite teacher moves away. Will the Dragon of Hope be able to chase away the Disappointment Dragon an... View More...
Have you ever felt a sense of dread and worry creeping over you? That might be the Panicosaurus coming out to play...Sometimes the Panicosaurus tricks Mabel's brain into panicking about certain challenges, such as walking past a big dog on the street or when her favourite teacher is not at school. With the help of Smartosaurus, who lets her know there is really nothing to be afraid of, Mabel discovers different ways to manage Panicosaurus, and defeat the challenges he creates for her. This fun, easy-to-read and fully illustrated storybook will inspire children who experience anxiety, and encou... View More...
Deep inside everyone, a red beast lies sleeping. When it is asleep, the red beast is quite small, but when it wakes up, it begins to grow and grow. This is the story of a red beast that was awakened. Rufus is in the school playground when his friend John kicks a ball that hit him in the stomach, and wakes up the sleeping red beast: 'I hate you - I'm gonna get you!'. The red beast doesn't hear the teacher asking if he's okay. It doesn't see that John is sorry - how can Rufus tame the red beast? This vibrant fully illustrated children's storybook is written for children aged 5+, and is an access... View More...
This practical resource is brimming with ideas and guidance for using simple ideas from speech and language pathology and occupational therapy to boost communication, sensory integration, and coordination skills in children on the autism spectrum. Suitable for use in the classroom, at home, and in community settings, it is packed with easy-to-follow, goal-oriented activities and lesson plans centering around arts and crafts, music-making, cookery, sensory activities, and skills for daily living. The activities all use materials and objects which are readily available in the home or classroom, ... View More...
