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Teaching young children with autism spectrum disorder / by Willis, Clarissa.(CARDINAL)672028;
Includes bibliographical references (pages 210-212) and index.Putting all the pieces together: understanding this puzzle called autism -- From hand-flapping to obsession with routines: the way children with autism relate to their world -- Planning for success: setting up a proactive preschool environment -- Learning life skills: what are life skills? -- Misbehavior or missed communication: managing the behaviors of children with autism -- Signs, symbols, and language: helping a child communicate -- Inside their own worlds: encouraging children with autism to play -- Building social skills: getting along with others -- Lights! camera! action!: sensory integration and autism -- We're all in this together: teaming up with families.
Subjects: Autism in children.; Autistic children;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Educating young children with autism spectrum disorders : a guide for teachers, counselors, and psychologists / by Barton, Erin Elizabeth.(CARDINAL)554077; Harn, Beth.(CARDINAL)400602;
Includes bibliographical references and index.Classification of autism in young children -- Early detection and medical classification -- Educational eligibility -- Writing effective educational goals -- Essential components of educational programs -- Designing and evaluating instruction based on -- Evidence-based strategies for teaching children -- Evidence-based strategies for maintenance, generalization, and self-management -- Evidence-based practices for communication -- Evidence-based practices for social skill acquisition -- Designing instruction and supports to prevent and decrease problem behavior -- Maximizing implementation of evidence-based strategies in the classroom.
Subjects: Autistic children;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Supernourishment for children with autism spectrum disorder : a practical nutritional approach to optimizing diet for whole brain and body health / by Müller, Angelette,author.(CARDINAL)410807;
Includes bibliographical references (pages 194-199) and index.
Subjects: Autism spectrum disorders in children;
Available copies: 0 / Total copies: 1
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Key learning skills for children with autism spectrum disorders : a blueprint for life / by Whitman, Thomas L.(CARDINAL)727214; DeWitt, Nicole.(CARDINAL)504023;
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Subjects: Autistic children; Autistic children;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 3
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What science tells us about autism spectrum disorder : making the right choices for your child / by Bernier, Raphael(Raphael A.),author.(CARDINAL)824890; Dawson, Geraldine,author.(CARDINAL)769776; Nigg, Joel T.,author.(CARDINAL)477438;
Includes bibliographical references (pages 300-320) and index.A new understanding of autism spectrum disorder -- What are the essential features that define the autism spectrum? -- What causes autism? -- How does the brain develop differently in autism? -- What are the best practices for helping a child with autism? -- Exercise, sleep, and ASD -- Gastrointestinal and feeding problems, food, and diet in ASD -- Technology and ASD: latest findings on the peril and the promise -- Adolescence and autism -- Adulthood and autism -- Tying it all together -- Resources -- References.What have scientists learned about the causes of autism spectrum disorder? Why do different kids have such different symptoms, and what are the best ways to deal with them? Will there ever be a cure? From leading autism researchers, this accessible guide helps you put the latest advances to work for your unique child. Separating fact from fiction about causes, treatments, and prevention, the book guides you to make lifestyle choices that support the developing brain. From the impact of sleep, exercise, diet, and technology, to which type of professional help might be the right fit, the authors cover it all with expertise and compassion. Learn about the choices you face--and the steps you can take--to build a happier, healthier life for your child and family.
Subjects: Children with autism spectrum disorders.; Parents of autistic children.;
Available copies: 10 / Total copies: 13
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Safeguarding your child with autism : strategies and tools to reduce risks / by Scott, Jack,Ph. D.author.; Flood, Bairbre,author.; Debbaudt, Dennis,1949-author.; Bennett, Kyle,(Kyle D.),author.; Honsberger, Toby,author.;
Includes bibliographical references (pages 273-305) and index.The scope of the problem -- Models for safety -- Instructional approaches to promote autism safety -- Dealing with the big risks to children with autism -- Safety at school for children with ASD -- The assessment and treatment of elopement among children with autism -- Devices and technology for ensuring the safety of children with autism -- Collaborating with community safety partners -- The future of safety for children with autism."Is this required now? I thought it was optional. The book is a parents' and teachers' guide to preventing unintentional injuries in children, teens, and young adults who are on the autism spectrum. It covers precautions adults can take at home, school, and in the community to keep people with autism from drowning, getting burned, getting run over by cars, ingesting poisons, falling out of windows, etc. It also covers strategies to use to teach people with autism to avoid these hazards themselves."--
Subjects: Autistic children; Children with autism spectrum disorders; Autism in children.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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The asperkid's game plan : extraordinary minds, purposeful play... ordinary stuff / by Cook, Jennifer,1975-;
Includes bibliographical references.Shows how to use purposeful, structured play that engages the bright minds of children with Asperger syndrome, building on strengths that they already have and developing core skills that they often struggle with, from fine motor and social skills, to planning and organization. Back cover.
Subjects: Drama.; Children with autism spectrum disorders; Play therapy.;
Available copies: 3 / Total copies: 3
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Programming for children and teens with autism spectrum disorder / by Klipper, Barbara,author.(CARDINAL)802378;
Includes bibliographical references (pages 127-132) and index.What is autism? -- Decisions and best practices -- Preparing storytime programs: what you need to know -- Storytime program models -- Programming for school-age children -- Programming for teens -- Programming for families -- Programming in school libraries -- Appendix A. Resources -- Appendix B. Books and related sensory activities -- Appendix C. Rhymes and related sensory activities -- Appendix D. Keys to a successful library visit.There are families with ASD in every community, and with a very little effort they may well become your most loyal and ardent supporters. Discover how to start programming services to the real children and teens behind the statistics.
Subjects: Libraries and children with disabilities.; Autism spectrum disorders in children.; Libraries and teenagers with disabilities.; Libraries and the developmentally disabled.; Children with autism spectrum disorders; Youth with autism spectrum disorders;
Available copies: 3 / Total copies: 3
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How to raise happy neurofabulous children : a parents' guide / by Elphinstone, Katy,author.(CARDINAL)889117;
Includes bibliographical references."Parenting any child is filled with its own triumph and challenges. This is an invaluable resource to gain insight and advice into raising autistic children from a fellow parent. Easy to follow, supportive and refreshingly direct, Neurofabulous empowers you to explore what works best for you and your child"--
Subjects: Parents of autistic children.; Children with autism spectrum disorders.; Autistic children.; Parenting.;
Available copies: 3 / Total copies: 3
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Raising resilient children with autism spectrum disorders : strategies for helping them maximize their strengths, cope with adversity, and develop a social mindset / by Brooks, Robert B.(CARDINAL)523380; Goldstein, Sam,1952-(CARDINAL)364621;
Includes bibliographical references (pages 253-258) and index."New hope for parents raising a child with autism spectrum disorders. In Raising Resilient Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders, noted psychologists and bestselling authors Dr. Goldstein and Dr. Brooks teach you the strategies and mindset necessary to help your child develop strength, hope, and optimism. This is the first approach for autism spectrum disorders based in the extremely popular field of positive psychology. Drs. Brooks and Goldstein--world-renowned experts on child psychology and, specifically, resilience--offer you practical tips for long-term solutions rather than just quick fixes. Featuring dozens of stories and an easy-to-follow, prescriptive narrative, Drs. Brooks and Goldstein demonstrate how to apply resilience to every parenting practice when raising a child with autism spectrum disorders, preparing him or her for the challenges of todays' complicated, ever-changing world and helping your child develop essential social skills.Learn how to: Empower your child to problem-solve on his or her own Teach your child to learn from mistakes rather than feel defeated by them Discipline your child while instilling self-worth Build an alliance with your child's school"--
Subjects: Autism spectrum disorders in children.; Autistic children; Parent and child.;
Available copies: 3 / Total copies: 4
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