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  • Autism and the Myth of the Person Alone

    by Douglas Biklen ...
    Series Book 3 - Qualitative Studies in Psychology
    Engages with the perspectives of people with autism, in their own voicesAutism has been defined by experts as a developmental disorder affecting social and communication skills as well as verbal and nonverbal communication. It is said to occur in as many as 2 to 6 in 1,000 individuals. This book challenges the prevailing, tragic narrative of impairment that so often characterizes discussions about ... Read more

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  • Access To Academics for All Students

    Critical Approaches To Inclusive Curriculum, Instruction, and Policy

    Edited by Paula Kluth, Diana M. Straut, Douglas P. Biklen ...
    The authors of this book join a growing number of voices calling for teachers in diverse, inclusive schools to move beyond facilitating social participation in classroom activities and consider ways to intellectually engage ALL learners. They draw on emerging work linking critical theory with disability issues; work being done in curriculum studies around issues of social justice teaching, ... Read more

    $92.06 CAD

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  • Rising to New Heights of Communication and Learning for Children with Autism

    The Definitive Guide to Using Alternative-Augmentative Communication, Visual Strategies, and Learning Supports at Home and School

    by Carol Spears, Vicki Turner ...
    Children with pervasive developmental disorders often do not learn from conventional methods, which can result in social isolation, behavior problems, limitations in communication, and slow academic growth. Greater integration into home and school activities, improved behavior and academic success can be achieved using alternative-augmentative communication (AAC), and this book explains exactly ... Read more

    $29.69 CAD

  • The Horse Boy

    A Father's Quest to Heal His Son

    by Rupert Isaacson ...
    A heartwarming story about a family's journey across the world to help their newly diagnosed autistic son find his true self through his unbelievable bond with horses.When his son Rowan was diagnosed with autism, Rupert Isaacson was devastated, afraid he might never be able to communicate with his child. But when Isaacson, a lifelong horseman, rode their neighbor's horse with Rowan, Rowan improved ... Read more

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    Also available as: Audiobook

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  • Understanding Pathological Demand Avoidance Syndrome in Children

    A Guide for Parents, Teachers and Other Professionals

    by Margaret Duncan, Zara Healy, Ruth Fidler, Phil Christie ...
    Series series JKP Essentials
    This straightforward guide offers a complete overview of Pathological Demand Avoidance Syndrome (PDA) and gives practical advice for overcoming the difficulties it poses in a wide range of contexts from diagnosis through to adulthood.Starting with an exploration into the background of PDA that answers many of the immediate questions triggered when a child is first diagnosed, the book goes on to ... Read more

    $26.39 CAD

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  • A Career in Speech and Language Therapy

    by Jannet A Wright, Myra Kersner ...
    This revised and updated edition of A Career in Speech and Language Therapy will tell you all you want to know about how to become a speech and language therapist. Whether you are at school, a mature applicant, or a post graduate, it will give you clear and concise information about this rewarding profession. It should also be of interest to parents, teachers and career advisors who may be guiding ... Read more

    $38.72 CAD

  • Pretending to be Normal

    Living with Asperger's Syndrome (Autism Spectrum Disorder) Expanded Edition

    by Liane Holliday Willey ...
    Compelling and witty, Liane Holliday Willey's account of growing to adulthood as an undiagnosed 'Aspie' has been read by thousands of people on and off the autism spectrum since it was first published in 1999. Bringing her story up to date, including her diagnosis as an adult, and reflecting on the changes in attitude over 15 years, this expanded edition will continue to entertain (and inform) all ... Read more

    $26.99 CAD

  • Psychology for Inclusive Education

    New Directions in Theory and Practice

    Edited by Peter Hick, Ruth Kershner, Peter Farrell ...
    What can psychology offer inclusive education? Traditionally, special education has looked to psychology for many of its theoretical resources and practical strategies. While those seeking to promote more inclusive education have tended to see psychology and psychologists as part of the problem by providing a rationale for segregation. However, in practice many psychologists today are developing ... Read more

    $96.99 CAD

  • Girls Growing Up on the Autism Spectrum

    What Parents and Professionals Should Know About the Pre-Teen and Teenage Years

    by Shana Nichols ...
    'This book is not only reassuring; it is inspiring, and bursting with ideas and achievable strategies. The authors write with authority and conviction, and tackle even the most difficult and delicate of topics. If ever you needed to be convinced that girls with ASD can overcome the difficulties and challenges of puberty and adolescence, have successful friendships and relationships and enjoy a ... Read more

    $28.59 CAD

  • The Teaching Assistant's Guide to Dyspraxia

    by Geoff Brookes ...
    Series series Teaching Assistant's Series
    This practical guide encourages teaching assistants to reflect on their practice and to put into effect strategies which will increase and improve support for dyspraxic children. Written by an experienced educator, each chapter provides teaching assistants with a range of activities to learn from. ... Read more

    $23.99 CAD

  • When Young People with Intellectual Disabilities and Autism Hit Puberty

    A Parents' Q&A Guide to Health, Sexuality and Relationships

    by Freddy Jackson Brown, Sarah Brown ...
    Puberty, personal hygiene and sex can be difficult topics to broach with your child, especially when they have an intellectual disability or autism. The authors of this guide provide honest answers to challenging questions and provide solutions to the dilemmas that many parents face on a daily basis. Structured around issues related to puberty and emerging sexuality in children with disabilities ... Read more

    $27.49 CAD

  • Finding Matthew

    A Child with Brain Damage, a Young Man with Mental Illness, a Son and Brother with Extraordinary Spirit

    by Donna Kirk ...
    During the first few weeks after Matthew Kirk was born -- brain-damaged as a result of oxygen deprivation during delivery -- the doctors advised his parents, Donna and Ed Kirk, to put him in an institution, have another baby as soon as possible, and get on with their life. But what the doctors didn't understand was that Matthew was their life.Indeed, as he grew, he would surprise everyone with his ... Read more

    $10.99 CAD