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62) Autism at school
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For children on the Autism spectrum, school can be a frightening, even sickening place. From high-functioning Aspergers Syndrome to severe autism at the other end of the spectrum, a childs ability to learn can be severely affected by anxiety and difficulties understanding and communicating with teachers and other students. As more children are diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD), the pressure increases on schools and teachers trying...
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Hi! My name is Abigail, and I'm autistic. But I didn't know I was autistic until I was (kind of) an adult. This is my true story of growing up in the confusing "normal" world, all the while missing some Very Important Information about myself. There'll be scary moments involving toilets and crowded trains, heartwarming tales of cats and pianos, and funny memories including my dad and a mysterious tub of ice cream. Along the way, you'll also find some...
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"An international bestseller, the story behind Henry Markram's breakthrough theory about autism, and how a family's unconditional love led to a scientific paradigm shift. Henry Markram is the Elon Musk of neuroscience, the man behind the billion-dollar Blue Brain Project to build a supercomputer model of the brain. He has set the goal of decoding all disturbances of the mind within a generation. This quest is personal for him. The driving force behind...
70) Stand by me
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Kym Knicely has been a caregiver, but now she is focused on her career and earning her doctorate in education. When she meets Charles "Chaz" Banks and his four-year-old granddaughter, Chauncy, who is artistic, Kym is attracted to the older man. Chaz is ready to take a second chance on love, but is needed in his granddaughter's life. When your faith is strong, love will find a way. -- adapted from back cover
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Offering a comprehensive reframing of how schools perceive autism and what inclusive education for autistic learners can and should mean, this book draws on original research and case studies in order to demonstrate that engaging with how autistic children think and learn best can have huge benefits for the whole classroom.
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This book contains the most common questions asked by children about autism, as well as detailed questions and answers from real children. The chapters contain useful tips for teachers and parents about how to engage with the topic of autism in a school environment and at home. Autism can be a sensitive topic, and is often not discussed in order to avoid awkward conversations. By raising awareness of autism with children, it will become a less taboo...
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"A parent's guide to give kids with Asperger Syndrome the skills that will make them feel as smart as they truly are"--
"This is the book parents need to learn how to teach the "independence curriculum" to children with Asperger Syndrome at home. Success--in school, at home, on the playground, and beyond--depends on mastering countless basic living skills most kids just "pick up" almost by osmosis. Yet research shows that even children with ASDs...
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Silblings of kids who have autism have unique perspectives on Autistic Spectrum Disorder. In this 30 minutes production these wise siblings ages 4-18 tell us about their frustration, their pain, their growth to acceptance and their exceptional loyalty to their siblings. Interspersed are brief interviews with some of the siblings on the spectrum. This is a must see for parents, professionals and kids who live and work with those diagnosed with ASD....
78) The un-prescription for Autism: a natural approach for a calmer, happier, and more focused child
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The conventional approach to autism is to medicate difficult behaviors into submission, suppressing symptoms while leaving underlying health challenges untouched. Lintala shares the natural protocols used in her practice to dramatically improve the function and well-being of children on the spectrum. She targets the underlying issues, and corrects these overlooked conditions with digestive enzymes, probiotics, antifungals, and other nonpsychiatric...
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"While the world may not understand Luna, her sister Cassie knows her better than anyone. She knows Luna's favorite food, her favorite song, and her favorite dance move. Luna knows how to make Cassie laugh and her favorite ice cream. They may not be able to share secrets like some siblings, but they share something far more important-- a sister bond."--Back cover.
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