JKP Special Educational Needs Catalogue 2016

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Special Educational Needs

Books

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New books 1 Essential special educational needs books

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Teachers & professionals working with ASD

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Books for children & teens with ASD Dealing with anger & anxiety

Other special educational needs 21 Dyslexia 22 Dyscalculia and Dyspraxia 23 Pathological Demand Avoidance 24 Selective Mutism 25 ADHD 25 Can I tell you about? Series 26 Books on attachment 27 Order Form 29

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What are the biggest new books from JKP?

Sex, Drugs and Asperger’s Syndrome (ASD) A User Guide to Adulthood Luke Jackson Foreword by Tony Attwood FEB 2016 • 208pp • hb •£16.99 • $25.00 9781849056458 • eBook-9781784501396

A no-holds-barred, funny and articulate guide to the pitfalls and positives of the young adult years on the autism spectrum Luke Jackson’s unabridged and sparkling sequel to his bestselling user guide to adolescence Freaks, Geeks and Asperger Syndrome is the must-read handbook for teenagers and young adults on the autism spectrum. With devastating clarity, Luke focuses on the pitfalls involved in navigating the transition to adulthood, and the challenges of adult life. He covers everything from bullying and drugs to socialising, sex, negotiating relationships, and finding and keeping your first job.

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Sex, Drugs and Asperger’s Syndrome is one of my favourite books this year. Luke Jackson provides the reader with an in-depth understanding of many relevant issues regarding both Asperger’s Syndrome as well as autism in general. This includes employment, bullying, sexuality, relationships, and much more. The autism community and society as a whole will benefit greatly from these much needed discussions.

- Stephen M. Edelson, Ph.D., Executive Director, Autism Research Institute (autism.com), San Diego, California

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Reading Sex, Drugs and Asperger’s Syndrome feels like having a conversation with an older brother or cousin. He advises without preaching, explains without boring and throws in enough jokes to make the entire reading experience thoroughly enjoyable... From bullying to drugs, employment to nights out, and mental health to sex, it includes the entire spectrum of life without judgement, leaving no stone unturned and rendering no subject taboo... Powerful, honest, funny and friendly, Sex, Drugs and Asperger’s Syndrome is a must-read.

- Disability Now

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This is a brilliant book. Luke writes beautifully, engagingly and with wisdom. There is nothing he shirks, it is all there, all the drugs, all the pitfalls of relationships, all the social gaffes and mistakes, all described with humour and without judgement.

- Autistica

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With wisdom beyond his years and the mastery of an expressionist artist, Luke guides the reader through the rocky shoals of successful transition from adolescence to adulthood as a person on the autism spectrum. A straightforward, honest must read for anyone seeking greater understanding of the coming of age of the human soul, autistic or otherwise.

- Stephen Mark Shore, Ed.D., Clinical Assistant Professor

From the Author of…

Freaks, Geeks and Asperger Syndrome A User Guide to Adolescence

Luke Jackson AUG 2002 • 216pp • pb £13.99 • $22.95 • 9781843100980 eBook-9781846423567

The award winning user guide to adolescence on the Autism spectrum Drawing from his own experiences and gaining information from his teenage brother and sisters, Luke Jackson wrote this enlightening, honest and witty book in an attempt to address difficult topics such as bullying, friendships, when and how to tell others about AS, school problems, dating and relationships, and morality.

Winner of the NASEN & TES Special Educational Needs Children’s Book Award 2003

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A remarkable book from a unique boy!

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What are the biggest new books from JKP?

Creative, Successful, Dyslexic 23 High Achievers Share Their Stories Edited by Margaret Rooke Foreword by Mollie King SEP 2015 • 240pp • hb •£16.99 • $25.00 9781849056533 • eBook-9781784501631

Available in paperback in JULY 2016 Well known media people and entrepreneurs with dyslexia talk about the challenges of dyslexia in childhood, and how the strengths of dyslexia have helped them to achieve success in adult life 23 very well-known people from the arts, sport, and business worlds talk about how dyslexia affected their childhood, how they were able to overcome the challenges and use the special strengths of dyslexia to achieve great success in adulthood.

Darcey Bussell CBE, Eddie Izzard, Sir Richard Branson, Meg Mathews, Zoe Wanamaker CBE, Richard Rogers, Benjamin Zephaniah, Steven Naismith, Lynda La Plante CBE, Sir Jackie Stewart OBE, Sophie Conran and others share their stories, and their advice.

All reveal the enormous difficulties they faced, the strength required to overcome them, the crucial importance of adult support, and how ‘the different way the brain is wired’ in dyslexia has enabled them to see something different in the world and to use their creativity in an exceptional way. They talk about ‘thinking sideways’, and the ability to look at a bigger picture, the often strong visual strength, and the ability to listen, and to grasp simplicity where other people see only complexity. They also talk about how dyslexia continues to challenge them, and the ways they have found to work around this.

An introduction, and final section that includes practical information about dyslexia, are written with the support of Dyslexia Action, and a percentage of profit from the book is donated to Dyslexia Action. The book will be essential reading for teachers and other professionals, and for families affected by dyslexia, and inspirational for people with dyslexia.

Includes contributions from Darcey Bussell CBE, Eddie Izzard, Sir Richard Branson, Benjamin Zephaniah & Mollie King (of the Saturdays)

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As featured in The Guardian, Daily Express, Sunday Times, Daily Mail & The Times Educational Supplement

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This book provides clear and inspirational hope for anyone with a dyslexic child. Like many excellent books it is written from personal experience. I strongly recommend it.

- Sian Griffiths, Education Editor, The Sunday Times Margaret Rooke has 20 years’ experience as a writer on national newspapers, magazines and regional newspapers. She has been a columnist for the Saturday Telegraph Magazine, Contributing Editor for Options magazine and Senior Feature Writer at Woman’s Own. She has also previously written three books with Dr Mike Smith when he was BBC Radio 2 medical expert. Dyslexia is a subject very close to Margaret’s heart. Her daughter was diagnosed with dyslexia at the age of 13 and, at the time, she wished she had a book like this to inspire her daughter. Margaret lives in London, UK.

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What are the biggest new books from JKP?

The Boy from Hell Life with a Child with ADHD

Alison M. Thompson Foreword by Rory Bremner FEB 2016 • 184pp • pb •£9.99 • $16.95 9781785920158 • eBook-9781784502577

An unexpectedly honest personal account of the challenges and triumphs of raising a child with ADHD “Saturday 14th August 2001: Today has been a horrible, hateful day. Daniel has pushed me to my absolute wits’ end.

Sometimes it really does feel like he is the original child from hell.”

For Alison, life with her son Daniel sometimes seemed like an endless torrent of disobedience, backchat, rudeness, name-calling and aggression. Upon starting school, where his aggression and lack of concentration concerned teachers, Daniel was given a vague diagnosis of borderline Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), which was later changed to ADHD with secondary Oppositional Defiant Disorder and autistic traits. In this unapologetically honest account of the first 18 years of Daniel’s life, Alison exposes her own worries, doubts, and exceptional courage at every pivotal turn in Daniel’s life. Interspersing the narrative with tips and advice on what she has found useful - or not - in bringing up Daniel, Alison also provides encouraging guidance for teachers and fellow parents. This book also raises serious questions about how the education system supports children with special needs, and if medication can be the answer to managing ADHD in children.

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The Boy from Hell is an honest and very moving personal account of a parent’s experience of having a child with ADHD. Alison Thompson has written a book that will be welcomed by any parent who is trying to understand their child’s ADHD and how best to support them. A well-researched, informative and accessible guide, full of practical tips for parents and professionals – ESPECIALLY TEACHERS! This book is a must for anyone whose life has been touched by ADHD. - Dr Tony Lloyd, CEO, ADHD Foundation

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Alison’s story is both heart-breaking and inspiring...

Her account will make you cry. But it may also make you laugh. Above all, it should make you realise that you’re not alone. With patience, understanding, professional help and perseverance, you can get through this, and life can get better.

- from the foreword by Rory Bremner Alison M. Thompson is the founder of ADHD Kids and a trained NLP Practitioner and Life Coach, a route she was propelled down due to the ongoing experience of raising a son with ADHD. She works to educate parents and teachers on understanding and dealing with ADHD in children. In 2008, Alison was nominated and shortlisted for the mother@work Most Exceptional Working Mother Award.

For more books on ADHD turn to page 25

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What are the biggest new books from JKP? Applying the Mental Capacity Act 2005 in Education A Practical Guide for Education Professionals

Jane L. Sinson FEB 2016 • 248pp • pb •£18.99 • $39.95 9781785920028 • eBook-9781784502409

The essential guide for education professionals explaining the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and its implications when working with young people (aged 16 - 25) with special educational needs in England This straightforward book explains the introduction of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 (MCA) and its code of practice (COP) as part of the Children and Families Act 2014 and the accompanying SEND COP in England.

This is the first comprehensive book to explain to education professionals the legal requirement to follow the MCA COP and SEND COP guidelines when formally considering a young person’s (16 - 25) capacity to make decisions about their education. Using education-focussed case studies throughout to illustrate key points, this practical guide explains the MCA five principles, defines the term ‘mental capacity’ and clarifies the circumstances in which a young person would lack capacity to make a decision. It describes when a capacity assessment is likely to be required and presents a step-by-step guide to undertaking a capacity assessment.

This is the essential guide to the MCA for FE college tutors, post 16 teachers, specialist teachers, local authority SEN officers and educational psychologists.

Elemental Island Kathy Hoopmann, J.S. Kiss DEC 2015 • 224pp • hb •£12.99 • $19.95 9781849056588 • eBook-9781784502287

An adventure novel for children aged 8-13 set on a secret island utopia, first populated by brilliant scientists from around the world, and now isolated from the mainland for over a hundred years Astie has always been different. Her 12th birthday is looming and she still has not decided on her thesis. All the Learners at the Hub picked theirs years ago. If it wasn’t for her cousin, Jakob, life would be unbearable on Elemental Island.

On the verge of being diagnosed with Social Syndrome, she stumbles upon Danny who has landed in a forbidden flight machine. To protect him, Astie persuades Jakob to tamper with the Overseer’s memory. On the run from the Monitors together, Astie calls on her unique qualities to forge a friendship with the stranger and discover his reason for coming to the island. What she finds will shake the foundations of the place she calls home.

Set on a secretive island utopia where science and logic rule, this intriguing novel explores and celebrates differences in people from an alternative perspective. It is engaging reading for children aged 8-13.

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Elemental Island is thought-provoking, compassionate and recommended for readers of all ages, with or without ‘Social Syndrome’.

- David Mitchell, Author of The Reason I Jump and Cloud Atlas

Special Needs and Legal Entitlement The Essential Guide to Getting out of the Maze

John Friel and Melinda Nettleton Illustrated by Columb Friel JAN 2015 • 352pp • pb •£14.99 • $35.00 9781849055956 • eBook-9781784500511

The definitive guide to the current legal rights of children and young people with special educational needs Helping parents to understand the legal entitlements of their child, Nettleton and Friel explain what an Education, Health and Care Plan is, how assessments are carried out, and how annual reviews, amendments, rights of appeal and tribunals work in practice. They also include help with 25 of the most common problems encountered, a discussion of relevant cases, extracts from the official published guidance issued, and a draft Reasons for Appeal.

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A timely book.

- The Guardian

Perhaps the most frustrating aspect of having a child with a disability is trying to make sense of the provisions available from the state…absolutely essential for any parent faced with this predicament - and I speak from personal experience.

- Rosa Monckton, parent and disability rights campaigner

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What are the essential books for schools with special needs?

Blue Bottle Mystery - The Graphic Novel An Asperger Adventure

Kathy Hoopmann NOV 2015 • 64pp • hb •£12.99 • $18.95 9781849056502 • eBook-9781784502041

A warm, fun-filled graphic novel for children with a difference: the hero is Ben, a boy with Asperger Syndrome This graphic novel re-telling of Kathy Hoopmann’s best-selling Blue Bottle Mystery brings the much-loved fantasy story to life for a new generation of readers. The hero is Ben, a boy with Asperger Syndrome (AS). When Ben and his friend Andy find an old bottle in the school yard, little do they know of the surprises about to be unleashed in their lives. Bound up with this exciting mystery is the story of how Ben is diagnosed with AS and how he and his family deal with the problems and joys that come along with it.

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Blue Bottle Mystery is not just a solid exercise in taking an already successful work and re-imagining it for a new readership but also an object lesson in how to adapt material in a way that makes full use of the exclusive storytelling potential of the comics form. We need to see far more graphic medicine aimed at a younger readership like this that never patronises its target audience but informs and elucidates through the remarkable communicative power of sequential art.

- Broken Frontier

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This book should find a place on the classroom shelves of all primary schools and in lower secondary libraries: those who read it will (one hopes) come away with a greater understanding of what it is to be ‘an aspie’.

Let’s hear it for individuality and difference, and the way such characteristics can enrich the lives of us all.

- Red Reading Hub

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It’s short and sweet, pretty fun on its own merits, but even better because it teaches about a group of kids on the autism spectrum who are often misunderstood. Rating: Pretty Darn Good.

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Other Bestsellers from Hoopmann…

All Cats Have Asperger Syndrome Kathy Hoopmann

Inside Asperger’s Looking Out Kathy Hoopmann

OCT 2006 • 72pp • hb •£9.99 • $14.95 9781843104810 •

SEP 2012 • 72pp • hb •£9.99 • $14.95 9781849053341 • eBook-9780857006707

Witty, charming picture book full of cats with Asperger Syndrome!

Explains and celebrates difference, from bestselling author Kathy Hoopmann

A nice choice for explaining AS to young siblings or classmates, gets some serious business done in a nonthreatening, unchallenging way. Sometimes simplicity is a virtue, and a kindly package like this on can be invaluable in providing enlightenment in others and empowerment to your child.

- Terri Mauro, About.com

This is the perfect introduction to the world of Aspies, told from their own perspective, for the people in their lives: including family, friends, and classmates. Those with Asperger’s Syndrome will also appreciate this book for the way it shares their own singular perspectives on life.

- Centre 404, Islington

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What are the essential books for schools with special needs?

M is for Autism The Students of Limpsfield Grange School and Vicky Martin Foreword by Robert Pritchett

Guide for Teachers The Essential Manual for Asperger Syndrome (ASD) in the Classroom

JUL 2015 • 96pp • pb •£8.99 • $14.95 9781849056847 • eBook-9781784501983

What Every Teacher Needs to Know

A vibrant, humorous and truly authentic coming-of-age novel written by the students of Limpsfield Grange, a school for girls with autism and communication and interaction difficulties M. That’s what I’d like you to call me please. I’ll tell you why later.

Welcome to M’s world. It’s tipsy-turvy, sweet and sour, and the beast of anxiety lurks outside classrooms ready to pounce. M just wants to be like other teenagers her age who always know what to say and what to do. So why does it feel like she lives on a different plane of existence to everyone else?

Written by the students of Limpsfield Grange, a school for girls with Autism Spectrum Disorder with communication and interaction difficulties, M is for Autism draws on real life experiences to create a heartfelt and humorous novel that captures the highs and lows of being different in a world of normal.

Kathy Hoopmann Illustrated by Rebecca Houkamau

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A novel that could change lives – The Telegraph

The Limpsfield girls certainly found their voice and it has all the urgency, immediacy and sheer vibrancy of teenage life...

I hope that M’s journey will help girls with autism making that same journey through their early teen years to find themselves and believe in themselves as well as help others understand and believe in them.

-Robert Pritchett, Director Autism Accreditation, NAS

Aspergirls Empowering Females with Asperger Syndrome

Rudy Simone JUN 2010 • 240pp • pb •£12.99 • $18.95 9781849058261 • eBook-9780857002891

Award winning handbook for girls and women on the autism spectrum, perceptive and wise reflections and advice Gold Medal Winner in the Sexuality / Relationships Category of the 2011 IPPY Awards Honorary Mention in the 2010 BOTYA Awards Women’s Issues Category

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JAN 2015 • 224pp • pb •£14.99 • $22.95 9781849055536 • eBook-9780857009845

Essential handbook on Asperger Syndrome (ASD) for time-poor teachers, from the author of All Cats Have Asperger’s Syndrome A quick reference guide to Asperger syndrome (ASD) in the classroom, Kathy Hoopmann’s handbook is ideal for busy teachers. It covers all the key problem areas, such as meltdowns, explains them from the student’s perspective, and provides strategies for how to manage them and create the best environment for the child.

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Kathy Hoopman’s latest book should be compulsory reading for anyone involved in the education of children with AS. Seldom do you find such depth of information in so accessible a form. Busy teachers will find the ‘Issue Sorter’ a life saver. No need to plough through the text, just identify the problem and turn straight to the strategies.

This book has an added dimension in that it gives the pupil with AS a voice and provides engaging activities that can be used class-wide. Inspired and absolutely essential reading.

- K.I. Al-Ghani, experienced specialist advisory teacher, autism trainer and author of The Red Beast

The Complete Guide to Asperger’s Syndrome Tony Attwood MAY 2008 • 416pp • pb •£17.99 • $29.95 9781843106692 • eBook-9781846425592

The Asperger’s Syndrome Bible for parents and professionals, newly updated with an introduction explaining the DSM-5 This is the definitive handbook for anyone affected by Asperger’s syndrome, with a new introduction explaining the DSM-5. It brings together information on all aspects of the syndrome for children through to adults. Drawing on case studies from Attwood’s extensive clinical experience, the book is authoritative and extremely accessible.

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Tony Attwood is one of the greatest resources in the Asperger world.

- One Girl Circus blog

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What are the essential books for schools with special needs?

Frankie’s Foibles A story about a boy who worries

Why Johnny Doesn’t Flap

Kath Grimshaw

NT is OK!

OCT 2015 • 32pp • hb •£9.99 • $16.95 9781849056953 • eBook-9781784502102

A story to help children age 7+ to understand and overcome their OCD or anxiety Frankie is worried. He’s worried about his new school, he’s worried about making friends, and he’s worried about the bully boys that wait for him on the corner of the street. But most of all, he’s worried about what might happen if he steps on the cracks in the pavement.

This beautifully illustrated story will appeal to any child age 7+ who worries, especially those with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and anxiety. Emphasising that we all have worries, it is a great way for parents and professionals to approach the topic sensitively.

Clay Morton and Gail Morton Illustrated by Alex Merry OCT 2015 • 32pp • hb •£9.99 • $16.95 9781849057219 • eBook-9781784501907

A gently satirical picture book for all ages demonstrating that where neurological difference is concerned there is no ‘normal’ Johnny is different. He is never exactly on time, he can’t seem to stick to a routine and he often speaks in cryptic idioms.

Johnny is neurotypical, but that’s OK. A picture book with a difference, Why Johnny Doesn’t Flap turns the tables on common depictions of neurological difference by drolly revealing how people who are not on the autistic spectrum are perceived by those who are. The autistic narrator’s bafflement at his neurotypical friend’s quirks shows that ‘normal’ is simply a matter of perspective.

Living in Two Worlds On Being a Social Chameleon with Asperger’s

Dylan Emmons MAR 2016 • 208pp • £16.99 • $ 26.95 9781785927065 ebook-9781784502638

Sensory Perceptual Issues in Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Second Edition Different Sensory Experiences Different Perceptual Worlds

Olga Bogdashina FEB 2016 • 288pp • £16.99 • $ 26.95 9781849056731 ebook-9781784501792

Completely revised and updated, focusing on sensory perceptual problems as identified by individuals on the autism spectrum.

Despite frequently being identified by individuals with autism as one of the main problems they face, sensory perceptual issues are still often overlooked by professionals. The author covers the sensory perceptual experiences and sensitivities seen in autism spectrum conditions, and the cognitive differences caused by them. She considers assessment and intervention, and makes practical recommendations for selecting appropriate methods and techniques to eliminate sensory perceptual problems and enhance individual strengths.

Brought up-to-date with current research and the latest thinking on autism, this book enables teachers, parents, professionals and individuals to understand and address the problematic aspects of the sensory perceptual differences.

Dylan Emmons’ insightful memoir looks back to his childhood on the autism spectrum and his attempts to masquerade as neurotypical Dylan Emmons has always lived his life in two worlds.

Diagnosed with Asperger’s at the age of six, his school days were spent struggling to overcome the sensory and social hurdles that made fitting in with his classmates in the ‘real world’ so hard. An aspiring social chameleon, he attempted to blend in, despite his hidden other world of Asperger’s. This book tells the story of his attempt, with the hindsight gained in adult life that it is better to spend energy learning to be happy, than learning to be ‘normal’.

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What books are there for children & teens with ASD? Our Brains Are Like Computers!

Exploring Social Skills and Social Cause and Effect with Children on the Autism Spectrum

Joel Shaul JAN 2016 • 80pp • hb •£14.99 • $24.95 9781849057165 • eBook-9781784502089

Explains to children with ASD how, just like a computer saves and shares files, people remember and share their impressions of each other This highly visual social skills book uses computer metaphors and visual diagrams to help children on the autism spectrum to understand how their words and actions can affect other people. Easily identifiable computing and social networking metaphors are used to explain how memories are saved in the brain, like files in computer folders, and how, just as files can be shared and downloaded on the internet, people learn about you by sharing their positive and negative impressions with each other. The author explains why certain actions may be ‘liked’ or ‘disliked’ by others, and offers guidance on appropriate and inappropriate social behavior.

This book also features photocopiable worksheets to reinforce the guidance and lessons offered in the book.

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As a parent of a child with social delays, I found Shaul’s visual ‘computer metaphor’ to be an excellent tool in breaking down the complexity of social exchanges. As a professional, I found the games, worksheets, and concrete strategies provided to be extremely helpful in teaching perspective taking and theory of mind. In our computer savvy world, this book is a must read for helping children of all ages gain social insight.

- Tarin Varughese, M.A., CCC-SLP, Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist

Also in the series…

The Green Zone Conversation Book

The Conversation Train

Finding Common Ground in Conversation for Children on the Autism Spectrum

A Visual Approach to Conversation for Children on the Autism Spectrum

Joel Shaul

Joel Shaul

OCT 2014 • 96pp • hb •£14.99 • $24.95 9781849057592 • eBook-9780857009463

FEB 2014 • 72pp • hb •£14.99 • $24.95 9781849055314 • eBook-9780857009548

Help children with ASD make comfortable conversation with others by sharing interests in ‘the green zone’ Using bright colours and fun illustrations, this book will show children with Autism Spectrum Disorder aged 7 and above how to identify common interests in conversation, and how to go on to talk about them successfully. The photocopiable worksheets and activities encourage children to engage with this visual model and reinforce the method.

The rules of conversation explained with trains!

This inventive picture book uses the metaphor of a train to explain basic conventions of conversation to children with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs). As well as attractive colour photographs of trains, the book also contains engaging photocopiable worksheets and train-themed colouring pages to help promote skill generalisation.

My Social Stories Book Edited by Carol Gray Illustrated by Sean McAndrew

My Autism Book

FEB 2001 • 144pp • pb •£12.99 • $19.95 9781853029509 • eBook-9780857001665

Over 150 Stories to help take children with ASD though basic activities

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It’s very appealingly done, and there are photocopiable worksheets at the back for reinforcement and assessment.

This is a very high-quality resource, confidently recommended.

- ACHUKA Reviews

A Child’s Guide to their Autism Spectrum Diagnosis

Tamar Levi and Glòria Durà-Vilà DEC 2013 • 48pp • hb •£9.99 • $16.95 9781849054386 • eBook-9780857008688

Beautifully illustrated picture book to help parents to explain an autism diagnosis to their child in a sensitive, positive and accurate way

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What books are there for children & teens with ASD? The Asperkid’s (Secret) Book of Social Rules

Sisterhood of the Spectrum

The Handbook of Not-SoObvious Social Guidelines for Tweens and Teens with Asperger Syndrome

An Asperger Chick’s Guide to Life

Jennifer Cook O’Toole Illustrated by Brian Bojanowski

Jennifer Cook O’Toole Illustrated by Anne-Louise Richards APR 2015 • 240pp • pb •£13.99 • $19.95 9781849057905 • eBook-9781784500566

Top secret guide to the hidden social rules of making friends and conversation, for teens and tweens Offering witty insights into baffling social codes such as making and keeping friends, and common conversation pitfalls. Ideal for all 10-17 year olds with Asperger syndrome.

The inspirational guide to being an Asperger girl Jennifer Cook O’Toole provides girls on the autism spectrum with an inspiring guide to life in her new book, covering everything from friendship and accepting the unique ‘you’ to dating and body shapes. Full of inspirational advice, and with illustrations throughout, it will be the perfect companion for any Asperger chick on the road to womanhood.

What’s Happening to Tom?

What’s Happening to Ellie?

A book about puberty for boys and young men with autism and related conditions

A book about puberty for girls and young women with autism and related conditions

Kate E. Reynolds Illustrated by Jonathon Powell

Kate E. Reynolds Illustrated by Jonathon Powell

AUG 2014 • 36pp • hb •£8.99 • $14.95 9781849055239 • eBook-9780857009340

JAN 2015 • 36pp • hb •£8.99 • $14.95 9781849055260 • eBook-9780857009371

Teaching boys and young men about the changes of puberty

Teaching girls with ASD about the changes of puberty This simple picture book follows Ellie as she begins puberty.

Designed to be read with girls with autism or other special needs, it provides the perfect starting point for parents and carers to discuss changes including new hair growth and menstruation.

OCT 2012 • 280pp • pb •£13.99 • $19.95 9781849059152 • eBook-9780857006851

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Thankfully, we have reached a point where society recognizes that all people, including those with a developmental disorder such as autism, are sexual beings who have a right to knowledge and to be safe. These attractively illustrated books, with their clear, anatomically correct pictures and simple, unambiguous text, deal bravely with these topics and will facilitate discussion and learning.

- Sarah Attwood, author of Making Sense of Sex

The Growing Up Book for Boys

The Growing Up Guide for Girls

What Boys on the Autism Spectrum Need to Know!

What Girls on the Autism Spectrum Need to Know!

Davida Hartman Illustrated by Margaret Anne Suggs

Davida Hartman Illustrated by Margaret Anne Suggs

MAR 2015 • 68pp • hb •£10.99 • $16.95 9781849055758 • eBook-9781784500399

MAR 2015 • 68pp • hb •£10.99 • $16.95 9781849055741 • eBook-9781784500382

Growth spurts, hairy bits, friendships and accepting yourself for who you are - a guide for boys with autism explaining what growing up is all about!

An ideal introduction to the teenage years for boys with autism aged 9 to 14.

Boobs, bras, friendships and loving your beautiful self - a guide for girls with autism explaining what growing up is all about! An ideal introduction to the teenage years for girls with autism aged 9 to 14.

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What books are there for children & teens with ASD?

Great Guides for School Leavers The Wonderful World of Work

Parties, Dorms and Social Norms

A Workbook for Asperteens

Crash Course in Safe Living for Young Adults on the Autism Spectrum

Jeanette Purkis Illustrated by Andrew Hore MAR 2014 • 128pp • pb •£15.99 • $24.95 9781849054997 • eBook-9780857009234

Activities and information on how to confidently get the right job - for teenagers with ASD Each chapter talks the teen through a different element of employment, including the benefits of having a job, why education is important, how to write a resume and succeed at job interviews, and the advantages and disadvantages of autism in the workplace. A variety of different industries and jobs are explored to encourage teens to begin to think about careers that might appeal to them and suit their skills and interests.

Full of practical information, engaging activities, funny illustrations and inspiring personal stories, this book gives Asperteens a positive image of what people on the autism spectrum can achieve and is an essential career guidance aid for parents and teachers working with young adults.

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This is a fascinating workbook written with Aspie insight and advice - for Aspies - from an Aspie. Jeanette has thought of everything incorporated in the workforce, with specific activities that draw out the reader’s own personal ambitions, thoughts and future plans. Including her own personal experiences helped cement the foundation of the book.

- Josie Santomauro, author, speaker, consultant and mother of a son with Asperger’s Syndrome

Been There. Done That.

Try This!

An Aspie’s Guide to Life on Earth

Edited by Craig Evans, Anita Lesko and Tony Attwood FEB 2014 • 352pp • pb •£14.99 • $24.95 9781849059640 • eBook-9780857008718

The world’s best Aspie mentors on life’s most significant stressors Been There. Done That. Try This! gathers a team of top Aspie mentors to pass along insights for successful living to the next generation. Temple Grandin, Liane Holliday Willey, and many others, offer advice on coping with key stressors including anxiety, self-esteem, careers, and friendship. Each chapter ends with commentary from Dr. Tony Attwood.

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Lisa M. Meeks and Tracy Loye Masterson with Michelle Rigler and Emily Quinn MAR 2016 • 288pp • pb • £9.99 • $16.95 9781849057462 • e-book 9781784501921

A guide to help young adults on the autism spectrum enjoy adult life safely.

The late teens and twenties are exciting times, but filled with potential pitfalls as young people navigate the transition into independent adult life.

This handbook is filled with the information that young people with ASD say they want (and need) to know about alcohol and drugs, social media and online safety, relationship types and boundaries, safe sex, stress and emotional health, and independent living. It includes real life examples, coping strategies and practical tips to help young adults with ASD stay safe while living life to the full.

Informal and frank, this will be a go-to guide for young people on the autism spectrum.

The Complete Guide to Getting a Job for People with Asperger’s Syndrome Find the Right Career and Get Hired

Barbara Bissonnette DEC 2012 • 200pp • pb •£14.99 9781849059213 • eBook-9780857006929

A how-to guide for people with an ASD find suitable employment Finding a job is a confusing and anxiety-provoking process for many individuals with Asperger’s Syndrome. This practical ‘how-to’ guide describes exactly what it takes to get hired in the neurotypical workplace. Every aspect of finding employment is covered, from defining strengths and researching occupations to projecting confidence in interviews.

Gold Medal Winner in the 2012 Foreword Book of the Year Awards Adult Nonfiction - Career Category

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What books help children deal with with anger and anxiety?

Help! I’ve Got an Alarm Bell Going Off in My Head!

How Panic, Anxiety and Stress Affect Your Body

K.L. Aspden Illustrated by Zita Ra Foreword by Babette Rothschild NOV 2015 • 48pp • pb •£7.99 • $12.95 9781849057042 • eBook-9781784502270

Discover what happens inside our bodies when we feel stressed or anxious for children aged 9+ Ever wondered what happens inside our bodies when we feel angry, nervous, stressed or anxious? This straightforward, illustrated guide explores just that, explaining what happens to the brain and nervous system when that alarm bell in our heads starts ringing. It describes how our bodies can become very sensitive and set off false alarms, and includes tips and activities to help you reduce feelings of anxiety and keep your nervous system healthy.

Ollie and His Superpowers Alison Knowles Illustrated by Sophie Wiltshire JUN 2016 • 32pp • hb •£9.99 • $16.95 9781785920493 • eBook-9781784503048

A charming illustrated story for children aged 7-11 about learning to control their emotions and overcome their fears “Your superpowers are real, not make believe.”

When seven-year-old Ollie’s brand new trainers get stolen by bullies, he feels too scared and embarrassed to tell his mum. Luckily, Ollie’s friend Mr Wilcox knows how to keep a secret. Once Ollie confides in Mr Wilcox about the shoes, Mr Wilcox decides to let him in on a secret of his own... He has superpowers, and Ollie can have them too! Meet Courage, Bravery, Strength and Calm - just a few of Ollie’s very own superpowers.

Under the guidance of Mr Wilcox, Ollie learns that he can control his superpowers in order to overcome his fears, starting with those bullies.

Ollie and the Golden Stripe Alison Knowles Illustrated by Sophie Wiltshire JUL 2016 • 32pp • hb •£9.99 • $16.95 9781785920813 • eBook-9781784503420

A charming illustrated story for children aged 7-11 about learning to control their emotions and overcome their fears When Ollie doesn’t help his bullied classmate Adam, the Captain decides that it’s time to introduce him to one of his most important superpowers, Empathy. Using Empathy, Ollie has the chance to earn his first Captain’s stripe and help Adam. Will he succeed?

Bestsellers from Jane Evans…

Little Meerkat’s Big Panic A Story About Learning New Ways to Feel Calm

Jane Evans Illustrated by Izzy Bean MAR 2016 • 48pp • hb •£9.99 • $16.95 9781785927034 • eBook-9781784502461

How Are You Feeling Today Baby Bear?

Exploring Big Feelings After Living in a Stormy Home

Jane Evans Illustrated by Laurence Jackson

An illustrated storybook for children aged 2-6 to help them manage feelings of stress, anxiety and panic Once upon a time there was a Little Meerkat with a very important job to do. Today was the day when Little Meerkat finally took a turn at being the lookout meerkat - watching for dangers to protect the meerkat gang.

FEB 2014 • 32pp • hb •£9.99 • $15.95 9781849054249 • eBook-9780857007933

With animals used to personify parts of the brain, children are taught how worry and fear quickly take over, and what to do about it. Recognizing feelings, doing something soothing, and making plans are presented as helpful strategies, with a different animal character embodying each. A helpful explanation for parents follows, with enough detail to put parents on the right track in coaching their children to regain equilibrium when they are upset. A fun, useful story.

Dawn Huebner, PhD, Author

A Story About Parents Who Aren’t Always Able to Care

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A gentle story to help children aged 2 to 6 years who have lived with violence in their home

Kit Kitten and the Topsy-Turvy Feelings Jane Evans Illustrated by Izzy Bean JUN 2015 • 32pp • hb •£9.99 • $16.95 9781849056021 • eBook-9781784500641

A storybook for children aged 2 to 6 whose parents and carers find it difficult to care for them

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What books help children deal with with anger and anxiety?

How to Be a Superhero Called Self-Control!

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From the author of…

The Kids’ Guide to Staying Awesome and In Control

Super Powers to Help Younger Children to Regulate their Emotions and Senses

Lauren Brukner Illustrated by Apsley

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Simple Stuff to Help Children Regulate their Emotions and Senses

NOV 2015 • 112pp • hb •£12.99 • $19.95 9781849057172 • eBook-9781784502034

Using ‘super power’ strategies and illustrations, this book teaches young children (aged 4-7) with sensory and emotional regulation difficulties how to master self-control Meet Self-Control, a superhero who wants to teach young children his super powers of self-control! Anxiety, frustration, anger, and other difficult feelings won’t stand a chance against their new-found powers.

Self-Control teaches children with emotional and sensory regulation difficulties aged approximately 4-7 how to calm themselves using self-massage, deep pressure, breathing exercises, and activities such as making an imaginary list and finding their own peaceful place. This illustrated book also features an appendix with photocopiable super power charts, reinforcers, and reminder tools to ensure that parents, teachers, and other professionals can support children in upholding superhero strategies even after the book has been read.

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A fantastic book full of easy to implement strategies for school and home. Proactive strategies that make emotional management (self control) fun, accessible and achievable!

- Sue Larkey, Author, Teacher, International Speaker

Lauren Brukner JUL 2014 • 112pp • hb •£12.99 • $19.95 9781849059978 • eBook-9780857009623

Super fun ways for kids to stay in control of their moods - including breathing, pressure holds, finger pulls and fidgets From breathing exercises and pressure holds to noise-reducing headphones and gum, this illustrated book is packed with simple strategies and tools to help children with emotional and sensory regulation difficulties aged approximately 7 to 14 years to stay cool, calm and in control.

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This book is crammed with sensory tools kids can use to feel and function better anywhere, anytime. It helps children recognize what they are feeling - whether they are low arousal and sluggish, overaroused and emotional, or just too hyper and empowers them with strategies they can use to feel ‘just right’.

- Lindsey Biel, OTR/L, co-author of Raising a Sensory Smart Child, and author of Sensory Processing Challenges: Effective Clinical Work with Kids & Teens

Banish Body and Self-Esteem Worries Banish Your Self-Esteem Thief

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Banish Your Body Image Thief

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A Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Workbook on Building Positive Self-Esteem for Young People

A Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Workbook on Building Positive Body Image for Young People

Kate Collins-Donnelly

Kate Collins-Donnelly

APR 2014 • 240pp • pb •£14.99 • $24.95 9781849054621 • eBook-9780857008411

MAR 2014 • 240pp • pb £14.99 • $24.95 9781849054638 • eBook-9780857008428

A CBT workbook to help young people stay positive and feel great!

A fun CBT approach to promote positive body image in young people

For the child or young person, the book oozes interesting and fun ways to help you feel good about yourself and to motivate you! For the practitioner, the book communicates both breadth and depth of theory and provides a useful and clever framework to facilitate change in others. Without doubt, the Self-Esteem Thief will be joining my language of change!

- Alisa Purton C.Psychol, Forensic Psychologist, UK

It starts off by helping young people to understand what body image is and why it’s important before considering negative body image and the impact a negative body image can have... The activities and case studies are all presented in an accessible and friendly style.

- Pooky Knightsmith

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What books help children deal with with anger and anxiety?

December 2016…

Starving the Exam Stress Gremlin

10+

A Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Workbook on Managing Exam Stress for Young People

Kate Collins-Donnelly

DEC 2016 • 136pp • pb •£12.99 • $19.95 9781849056984 • eBook-9781784502140

An accessible, practical workbook to help young people aged 10+ understand exam stress and learn how to manage it Stressed out by exams? Then the exam stress gremlin is in town! Exam fears and worries are his favourite foods, and the more of these you feed him, the bigger he gets and the more stressed you become. But he can be stopped! Starve him of stress-related thoughts, feelings and behaviours and feel him and your stress fade away!

Part of the award-winning Starve the Gremlin series and full of engaging activities, this self-help workbook explains what exam stress is, how it develops and the impact it can have - providing the reader with an understanding of their own exam stress. Rooted in cognitive behavioural therapy, it is also bursting with strategies to help the reader manage their exam stress by changing how they think and act.

December 2016…

Starving the Depression Gremlin

10+

A Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Workbook on Managing Depression for Young People

Kate Collins-Donnelly

DEC 2016 • 176pp • pb •£12.99 • $19.95 9781849056939 • eBook-9781784502058

A self-help tool based on cognitive behavioural therapy to help young people aged 10+ to manage feelings of low mood and sadness The depression gremlin loves it when you feel down. As he feeds on your depression he gets bigger, and as he gets bigger your mood gets lower. Part of an award-winning series, this workbook is full of simple exercises that will help young people aged 10+ to understand depression, mange periods of low mood, and starve their depression gremlin.

Starving the Anxiety Gremlin A Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Workbook on Anxiety Management for Young People

Kate Collins-Donnelly Starving the Anger Gremlin A Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Workbook on Anger Management for Young People

Kate Collins-Donnelly JAN 2012 • 88pp • pb •£12.99 • $19.95 9781849052863 • eBook-9780857006219

A CBT workbook to help children manage anger from the award winning Gremlin series Fun and simple activities help young people to understand and control their anger. Based on cognitive behavioural therapy principles, it is an ideal anger management resource.

JAN 2013 • 168pp • pb •£12.99 • $19.95 • 9781849053419 eBook-9780857006738

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Fun activities, including quizzes, work sheets, questionnaires, crosswords, and word searches.... presented in an attractive format in order to interest and engage children aged 10+..... These books would be useful for professionals who are already working with children, but would like to introduce a more activity based approach or extend the range of materials which they already use.

- Pat Havell, Counsellor and supervisor Children’s Choice Winner at the School Library Association’s Information Book Awards 2014

Starving the Anxiety Gremlin for Children Aged 5-9

Starving the Anger Gremlin for Children Aged 5-9

A Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Workbook on Anxiety Management

A Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Workbook on Anger Management

Kate Collins-Donnelly

Kate Collins-Donnelly

AUG 2014 • 192pp • pb •£12.99 • $19.95 9781849054928 • eBook-9780857009029

AUG 2014 • 176pp • pb •£12.99 • $19.95 9781849054935 • eBook-9780857008855

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What books help children deal with with anger and anxiety?

When Anxiety Attacks Terian Koscik

Attacking Anxiety

SEP 2015 • 32pp • pb •£7.99 • $12.95 9781848192843 • eBook-9780857012326

A graphic memoir about living with anxiety and finding help through a therapist Frank and full of gentle humor, Terian Koscik’s graphic memoir shares her experiences of living with anxiety, finding the courage to see a therapist, and learning more than she could have imagined.

Even in childhood anxious thoughts would seep into Terian’s day. Yet she never thought that getting professional help was for her, simply concluding that her problems weren’t ‘real’ problems (a lion hadn’t devoured her whole family, for example). But when her anxiety finally became overwhelming, she knew it was time to see a therapist

A Step-by-Step Guide to an Engaging Approach to Treating Anxiety and Phobias in Children with Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities

Naomi Chedd and Karen Levine JUL 2015 • 184pp • pb •£12.99 • $19.95 9781849057882 • eBook-9781784500443

An engaging and easy-tofollow four-step method for tackling anxiety and phobias in children and teens with ASD

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The peaceful cover well expresses Levine and Chedd’s gentle and effective approach to resolving anxiety and phobias in children with developmental difficulties. By showing how to break child’s fears down into more tolerably-sized ‘chunks,’ they provide a means of keeping the child engaged in the therapeutic work, preventing the frequent dropouts of behavioral treatment. While they designed a method for children with special needs, it will enhance the treatment of any child or teen with anxiety or phobias. Clear and direct enough to instruct a beginning clinician, it is rich and innovative enough to teach experienced therapists.

- Richard Bromfield, PhD, Harvard Medical School, author Doing Therapy with Children and Adolescents with Asperger Syndrome and Embracing Asperger’s

A Short Introduction to Helping Young People Manage Anxiety Carol Fitzpatrick FEB 2015 • 112pp • pb •£12.99 • $23.95 9781849055574 • eBook-9780857009890

Bestselling Children’s Books from K.I. Al-Ghani…

SEP 2008 • 48pp • hb •£12.99 • $21.95 9781843109433 • eBook-9781846428487

Learning to recognise and tame the red beast!

OCT 2012 • 56pp • hb •£12.99 • $19.95 9781849053563 • eBook-9780857007063

Teach children to defeat the Panicosaurus with the help of Smartosaurus DEC 2013 • 64pp • hb •£12.99 • $19.95 9781849054324 • eBook-9780857007803

Teaching children to deal with disappointment and see things more positively

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Understand common types of anxiety and how to support the young people who experience them This book tells you everything you need to know about anxiety, its many causes and types, and associated disorders such as depression and self-harm. Casestudies help to show the effect of anxiety in real-life situations, and also provide useful tips and advice to help young people manage their symptoms.

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This book offers a clear and authoritative explanation of anxiety problems and how best to deal with them. Professor Carol Fitzpatrick has done a masterful job of explaining these complex and challenging difficulties in an accessible way. This book will be of great help to parents and teachers concerned about anxious children.

Alan Carr, PhD, Professor of Clinical Psychology, University College Dublin

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What resources are there for teachers and professionals working with children with ASD? Autism and Learning Differences

Literacy for Visual Learners

An Active Learning Teaching Toolkit

Teaching Children with Learning Differences to Read, Write, Communicate and Create

Michael McManmon Foreword by Stephen M. Shore NOV 2015 • 544pp • pb •£45.00 • $69.95 9781849057943 • eBook-9781784500740

Comprehensive toolkit to teach skills for life, school, work and independent living for young adults (16-26) with an ASD or LD diagnosis Teaching essential skills for life, school, work, and independent living, this comprehensive and practical toolkit supports educators and clinicians in their work with adolescents and young adults with an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or Learning Difference (LD) diagnosis. It presents tried-andtrue strategies that address difficulties with social skills and Executive Function, cognitive rigidity, self-esteem issues, and more. It includes: • Focused chapters on skills for life, school, work, and independent living • Photocopiable teaching materials and tips for classroom management • Sections on peer-mentoring, mediation, and inclusion • Assessment strategies, including student self-assessment materials and feedback forms Contributions from experts in the field, including Dr. Stephen Shore, Liane Holliday Willey, Dr. Brenda Smith Myles, Barbara Bissonnette and Jennifer Cook O’Toole.

Drawing on over 30 years’ teaching experience at the College Internship Program (CIP), Dr. Michael P. McManmon’s toolkit is a complete curriculum for educators, clinicians, and professionals who teach or advise young adults on the ASD or LD Spectrum. It can also be used effectively by parents and individuals for self-study.

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A readable, visually appealing and well-structured book that will appeal to educators and professionals, as well as parents and students. The author shares with the reader a wealth of information gathered from over thirty years of experience and research. This has been put together in one of the most understandable, structured and well-formatted educational books I have read. Its content is colourful, interesting and clear, offering tools, strategies, explanations and worksheets that can be used as they are or easily adapted to an individual’s needs. Michael McManmon explains the diagnosis and its usefulness in a positive, straightforward way and answers many questions that might be asked by an individual affected by an ASD or LD. I cannot recommend it enough.

Maxine Aston, counsellor, supervisor and author of ‘The Other Half of Asperger Syndrome (Autism Spectrum Disorder)’

Adele Devine Illustrated by Quentin Devine OCT 2015 • 288pp • pb •£24.99 • $39.95 9781849055987 • eBook-9781784500542

A highly original approach to teaching literacy skills to visual learners, with high quality downloadable resources This book takes a fresh look at approaches to teaching reading, writing and communication skills. It presents a wealth of innovative ideas specifically designed to support visual learners, including those with autism spectrum conditions and special educational needs.

Some children are more responsive to visual stimulation than spoken words, and this book shows how to engage these children in literacy lessons by using strategies that cover everything from the latest assistive technology to getting creative on a limited budget. There are tips for sharing stories with children who find it hard to sit still, supporting reluctant writers, enabling the pre-verbal child to answer questions and helping the child who never stops talking to develop listening skills. The strategies are supported by practical resources, examples and case studies, to show how to instil in children the confidence to create and share their thoughts

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From the opening of Adele’s book you know you are dealing with a very committed, passionate and talented teacher. She sets out her philosophy clearly and provides teachers with a wealth of activities. She also supplies very useful advice on many aspects of the difficulties visual learners have. A book for every staffroom!

Dr Lesley Hendy, Retired Senior Lecturer in Educational Drama and Early Years Education, University of Cambridge

From the author of…

Colour Coding for Learners with Autism A Resource Book for Creating Meaning through Colour at Home and School

Adele Devine APR 2014 • 208pp • pb •£24.99 • $39.95 9781849054416 • eBook-9780857008121

A fascinating insight into how colour coding can help young people with autism to create a sense of order, reduce anxiety and aid communication The additional CD-ROM provides printable resources to enable colour coding in the classroom and home.

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What resources are there for teachers and professionals working with children with ASD? Autism Spectrum Disorder and the Transition into Secondary School A Handbook for Implementing Strategies in the Mainstream School Setting

Marianna Murin, Josselyn Hellriegel and Will Mandy JAN 2016 • 208pp • pb •£24.99 • $39.95 9781785920189 • eBook-9781784502621

A practical resource to help schools support pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder as they transition from primary to secondary school An effective evidence-based programme, this practical handbook provides everything schools need to make the transition from primary to secondary school as smooth and successful as possible for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

The first part of the book explains how to create individualised transition plans for each child, and describes how school staff can collaborate successfully with parents and carers. Part two contains a wealth of practical, photocopiable resources for use directly with pupils on the autism spectrum that help to address their most frequent support needs, including sensory sensitivities, anxiety issues and difficulties with planning and organisation. The resources can be used in a pick and choose way based on the individual needs of the child.

Developed and trialled extensively by the Social Communication Disorders Clinic at Great Ormond Street Hospital, this handbook will be an invaluable resource for SENCOs, teachers, autism support workers, educational psychologists and other professionals working with pupils with ASD.

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This is an indispensable resource for anyone working with young autistic people. There are so few programmes and resources designed specifically to support young autistic people as they make the transition to secondary school - until now. This handbook describes STEP-ASD, a new programme developed by clinical psychologists at the world-leading Great Ormond Street Hospital, demonstrated to help teachers and professionals ease the transition process for these young people.

- Professor Liz Pellicano, Director, Centre for Research in Autism and Education (CRAE), UCL Institute of Education, University College London

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Understanding and Treating Self-Injurious Behavior in Autism A Multi-Disciplinary Perspective

Edited by Stephen M. Edelson, Jane Johnson and Anne Van Rensselaer MAY 2016 • 304pp • pb •£20.00 • $35.00 9781849057417 • eBook-9781784501891

A comprehensive, authoritative resource on understanding and resolving self-injurious behaviour (SIB) in people with autism and related conditions with contributions by top experts from several disciplines Self-injurious behavior occurs in almost half of those with autism and is one of the most devastating and challengingto-treat behaviors. There are many different forms of selfinjury, such as head banging, hand biting, hair pulling, excessive scratching, and much more. With contributions from the leading experts in research and treatment, the book provides a comprehensive analysis of self-injurious behavior (SIB) in people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or related developmental disabilities, and the different methods available to treat them.

Medical and behavioral researchers have studied SIB for over 50 years, but many practitioners and parents are still unfamiliar with the wide range of contributing causes and treatment options. Beginning with an explanation of SIB and its various forms, the contributors outline the many possible underlying causes of self-injury, such as seizures, hormonal imbalance in teenagers, gastrointestinal conditions, allergies, and stress, and show how a multi-disciplinary approach when uncovering the causes of self-injury can lead to successful treatment strategies. They explain the treatment options available for SIB, including nutritional, medical, psychiatric, sensory, and behavioral approaches, and show how an integrative approach to treating self-injury may be effective for many individuals.

The book will be an invaluable addition to the bookshelves of any practitioner working with people with an ASD or related condition, as well as parents and direct care providers.

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An essential resource for parents, teachers, and health individuals who work with individuals with self injurious behaviour.

-Temple Grandin, author of Thinking in Pictures and The Autistic Brain

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What resources are there for teachers and professionals working with children with ASD? Autism Appropriate Touch

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A Photocopiable Resource for Helping Children and Teens on the Autism Spectrum Understand the Complexities of Physical Interaction

Abigail Werner James Illustrated by Kaiyee Tay JUL 2015 • 136pp • pb •£17.99 • $29.95 9781849057912 • eBook-9781784500610

Keep children with autism safe by teaching them the rules of appropriate touch Children and teens with Autism Spectrum Disorder can find the complicated social rules around touch very difficult, and this can leave them vulnerable. This educational resource provides ready-to-use lessons with photocopiable worksheets to teach about appropriate touch and social boundaries in family, educational, and community settings.

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Easy to understand and more importantly to implement, Autism and Appropriate Touch will be invaluable to anyone struggling to teach a child on the autism spectrum the hidden curriculum of appropriate touch.

- Davida Hartman, Senior Educational Psychologist and author of Sexuality and Relationship Education for Children and Adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorders

Autism Spectrum Disorder and Deescalation Strategies A practical guide to positive behavioural interventions for children and young people

Steve Brown DEC 2014 • 192pp • pb •£14.99 • $24.95 9781849055031 • eBook-9780857009098

Learn to use non-physical interventions with confidence and understand the role of physical interventions as a last resort, within a legal framework Discussing a variety of de-escalation and behaviour management strategies, this book offers practical guidance on using non-physical and physical interventions to support children (aged 3-18) on the autism spectrum or with emotional, social and behavioural difficulties, and to keep them and others safe.

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Acknowledging the challenges of supporting young people with ASD, Brown also tackles the thorny issue of physical interventions, providing clear guidance within the legal framework.

Chris Collett, Senior Lecturer in Early Childhood Education and Care, Newman University, Birmingham

Toilet Training and the Autism Spectrum (ASD) A Guide for Professionals

Eve Fleming and Lorraine MacAlister Foreword by Penny Dobson SEP 2015 • 240pp • pb •£15.99 • $24.95 9781849056038 • eBook-9781784500702

Practical strategies for toilet training children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and supporting families

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This is a comprehensive and extremely useful book about the toileting difficulties associated with Autism Spectrum Disorders. From developing basic toilet training and independence skills to discussing more complex issues like sensory differences, constipation, smearing and avoidant behaviour the book clearly demonstrates the importance of understanding how autism impacts on these difficulties.

It offers practical, tried and tested suggestions and includes useful resources and links. This is going to be an invaluable book that has successfully drawn together, for the first time, everything you need to know about this subject.

- Suzie Franklin, Author, Personalisation in Practice, and Family Liaison, Inscape House School

Autism from Diagnostic Pathway to Intervention Checklists to Support Diagnosis, Analysis for Target-Setting and Effective Intervention Strategies

Kate Ripley FEB 2015 • 192pp • pb •£24.99 • $39.95 9781849055789 • eBook-9781784500245

Four checklists for assessing children with ASD and planning appropriate interventions This book provides professionals in multi-disciplinary teams with four photocopiable checklists, designed to assess social and communication skills of children on the autism spectrum, while also providing a framework for planning interventions.

Accessibly written background theory and case studies give worked examples of how to use the checklists.

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Schools will welcome Kate Ripley’s latest book as it provides a practical and comprehensive approach for supporting the learning of children with autism. Using checklists as the tool to correctly identify the area(s) of difficulty, she skilfully identifies the real challenges faced by education staff when delivering the curriculum to these children.

- Anna Rhodes, LCST Med, Head of Therapy, St Dominic’s School

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What resources are there for teachers and professionals working with children with ASD?

Bestselling Title LEGO®-Based Therapy How to build social competence through LEGO®based Clubs for children with autism and related conditions

Simon BaronCohen,Georgina Gomez De La Cuesta, Daniel B. LeGoff and GW Krauss JUN 2014 • 144pp • pb •£14.99 • $24.95 9781849055376 • eBook-9780857009609

A complete guide to setting up and running a LEGO club for children with autism spectrum disorders A comprehensive guide to setting up LEGO Therapy groups to promote social skills in children with autism spectrum disorders and related conditions through group LEGO building. It fully explains the approach and gives advice on strategies for successfully seeing children through from ‘LEGO Helper’ to ‘LEGO Genius’.

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The best kind of therapy is when it’s so much fun that the child doesn’t know it’s happening. LEGO®-Based Therapy fits that bill. The authors have left no stone unturned in developing a systematic social intervention.

They provide a comprehensive, step-by-step program with documented improvements in social competence.

- Lynn Koegel, PhD, Clinical Director, Koegel Autism Center, University of California, Santa Barbara, CA

Social Narratives A Story Intervention for Children with Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities

Sonia Morris AUG 2015 • 152pp • pb •£19.99 • $32.95 9781849055925 • eBook-9781784500481

A practical guide to using evidence-based Social Narratives to improve social behaviour in children aged 4+ with autism spectrum disorders and other developmental delays Based on extensive research, this practical book gives you the tools needed to use Social Narratives, a simple intervention for helping children with autism spectrum disorder develop social behaviour. Packed with sample stories, and with stepby-step guidelines for writing, this book will show you how to implement the approach to maximise success.

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As a mother of a child with autism, I found Dr. Sonia Morris’s book clearly written, well researched and easy to follow. My own child enjoyed and benefited from social stories in her school setting but I wished I had Sonia’s book earlier as a guideline, so that I could have made more of my own stories for her.

- Lucy Harmon, parent

Autism Movement Therapy® Method Waking up the Brain!

Joanne Lara Foreword by Stephen M. Shore OCT 2015 • 128pp • pb •£14.99 • $24.95 9781849057288 • eBook-9781784501730

Everything you need to know about using the Autism Movement Therapy ® method with people on the autism spectrum to address sensory processing and behaviour Recreate the popular Autism Movement Therapy® program for kids with ASD with this practical guide.

Learn how this innovative and energetic approach uses music and movement to help children on the autism spectrum address sensory processing and behaviour issues, develop motor skills, feel more comfortable within their bodies, and have fun!

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Programs like Joanne’s Autism Movement Therapy offer opportunities for our kids to develop the necessary and fundamental skills that benefit all our kids. Art saved my life!

- Temple Grandin, Ph.D.

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What resources are there for teachers and professionals working with children with ASD? Autism and Everyday Executive Function

Autism and the Stress Effect

A Strengths-Based Approach for Improving Attention, Memory, Organization and Flexibility

A 4-step lifestyle approach to transform your child’s health, happiness and vitality

Paula Moraine

Theresa Hamlin Foreword by John Ratey

NOV 2015 • 160pp • pb •£16.99 • $26.95 9781849057257 • eBook-9781784500894

A novel approach to understanding and developing executive function in individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder Understand and support executive function in individuals with ASD. with this fully-explained, innovative model. Showing how to use an individual’s strengths to address executive functioning weaknesses, this approach will also help to build a strong foundation for social and communication skills.

Advocating a person-centred approach, the author describes the importance of identifying the individual’s preferred style of engagement and communication, and how sensory experiences impact their thoughts, feelings, and actions. She explains how to use this information to identify the individual’s strengths and weaknesses across eight key areas which are the building blocks of executive functions: attention; memory; organization; time management; initiative; behavior; goal setting and flexibility. These areas can be used daily to establish predictability and offer a foundation for interpreting, processing and understanding the world with flexibility. Professionals and parents can also use them as the basis of an (IEP), or to create personalized interventions.

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A completely fresh take on many aspects of interacting with children who have autism, including the way they process their environments, the ‘languages’ they invoke to interact with that environment, and the large role that executive functioning plays in both.

- Heather Powell, Ph.D., Psychologist

Sensory Stories for Children and Teens with Special Educational Needs A Practical Guide

Joanna Grace OCT 2014 • 248pp • pb •£19.99 • $29.95 9781849054843 • eBook-9780857008749

Bring stories to life, aid communication with children profound and multiple learning disabilities

NOV 2015 • 272pp • pb •£12.99 • $19.95 9781849057486 • eBook-9781784501785

A practical, common-sense approach to reducing stress and anxiety in children with autism in order to improve their day-to-day functioning, health and wellbeing Presenting a revolutionary lifestyle approach for the whole family, this step-by-step guide will help you to reduce your child’s stress and anxiety levels by regulating their environment, eating and nutrition, energy, and encouraging emotional selfregulation.

Children with autism often experience very high stress levels in learning and social environments, which can exacerbate problem behaviors and damage their physical and emotional health. This book demonstrates that lowering stress levels through regulating a child’s experiences and environments, and giving them the tools to cope when stressful situations are unavoidable, can make a huge and very positive difference to their behavior, physical health, socialisation and happiness.

Brimming with exercises, recipes, tips and real-life examples, this warm and supportive guide will help you transform the life of your child with autism and benefit the whole family.

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A welcome book that distills much of the information about the internal noise of stress, pain or perhaps the chemical effects of a terrible diet and delivers a useful and digestible guide for our autism community to use to improve the care and nurturing of our children.

- Timothy Buie MD, Director of Gastroenterology and Nutrition, Lurie Center for Autism, Massachusetts

The Cookbook for Children with Special Needs Learning a Life Skill with Fun, Tasty, Healthy Recipes

Deborah French Illustrated by Leah Ehrlich JUL 2015 • 200pp • hb •£14.99 • $24.95 9781849055383 • eBook-9781784501563

Learn to cook with these fun, easy guidelines and recipes ideal for children with special needs

Indian Head Massage for Special Needs Easy-to-Learn, Adaptable Techniques to Reduce Anxiety and Promote Wellbeing

Giuliana Fenwick

NOV 2015 • 176pp • pb •£14.99 • $24.95 9781848192751 • eBook-9780857012227

Reduce stress and anxiety, calm sensory overloads, ease frustration and increase wellbeing in people with special needs, including ASD

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What resources are there for teachers and professionals working with children with ASD? Understanding Applied Behavior Analysis, Second Edition An Introduction to ABA for Parents, Teachers, and other Professionals

Albert J. Kearney JUN 2015 • 168pp • pb •£14.99 • $24.95 9781849057851 • eBook-9781784500306

An accessible introduction to Applied Behavior Analysis This introductory guide to ABA demystifies the often complex terminology, the underlying principles, and commonly-used procedures of ABA using accessible, everyday language.

This revised and updated edition reflects recent developments and introduces new key terms. Albert J. Kearney explains the kinds of learning and reinforcement processes that form the basis of ABA programs.

Having covered these essential principles, he describes how the science of behavior analysis can be effectively applied to real life behavior problems. He looks at how behavior is assessed and various intervention techniques that are often employed with children who have autism and other special needs. Having laid these essential foundations, Kearney touches on more advanced topics: the applications of ABA in behavioral education, such as precision teaching and programmed instruction.

A Complete ABA Curriculum for Individuals on the Autism Spectrum with a Developmental Age of 4-7 Years Carolline Turnbull and Julie Knapp

A Complete ABA Curriculum for Individuals on the Autism Spectrum with a Developmental Age of 3-5 Years Julie Knapp and Carolline Turnbull

JUN 2014 • 496pp • pb •£49.99 • $79.95 9781849059800 • eBook-9780857008893

JUN 2014 • 480pp • pb •£49.99 • $79.95 9781849059794 • eBook-9780857008886

Evidence-based, the resource guides instructors step-by-step through using ABA to teach 150 intermediate skills A comprehensive, evidence-based curriculum, including supplementary materials, for teaching children with autism spectrum disorders aged approximately 4-7 years key intermediate skills such as comprehension of abstract language, academic skills, advanced social and play skills, and emotional and behavioral regulation skills.

Evidence-based, the resource guides instructors step-by-step through using ABA to teach over 140 beginning skills A comprehensive, evidence-based curriculum, including supplementary materials, for teaching children with autism spectrum disorders aged approximately 3-5 years key basic skills such as imitation, visual spatial awareness, expressive and receptive language skills, and basic skills of daily living.

A Complete ABA Curriculum for Individuals on the Autism Spectrum with a Developmental Age of 1-4 Years Julie Knapp and Carolline Turnbull

A Complete ABA Curriculum for Individuals on the Autism Spectrum with a Developmental Age of 7 Years Up to Young Adulthood Carolline Turnbull and Julie Knapp

MAY 2014 • 496pp • pb •£49.99 • $79.95 9781849059787 • eBook-9780857008879

Evidence-based, the resource guides instructors step-by-step through using ABA to teach over 140 foundational skills A comprehensive, evidence-based curriculum, including supplementary materials, for teaching children with autism spectrum disorders aged approximately 1-4 years key foundational skills such as appropriate sitting, attention, eye contact, motor skills, basic receptive and expressive language skills and basic skills of daily living.

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JUL 2014 • 496pp • pb •£49.99 • $79.95 9781849059817 • eBook-9780857008909

Evidence-based, the resource guides instructors step-by-step through using ABA to teach over 140 advanced skills The first comprehensive, evidence-based curriculum, including supplementary materials, for teaching older children and young people with autism spectrum disorders aged approximately 7-22 years key advanced skills such as organisational skills, advanced self-care skills, complex academic and vocational skills and advanced skills for daily living.

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What other special educational needs do JKP cover?

Specific Learning Difficulties - What Teachers Need to Know Diana Hudson Illustrated by Jon English OCT 2015 • 248pp • pb •£12.99 • $19.95 9781849055901 • eBook-9781784500467

The teacher’s guide to supporting students with Specific Learning Difficulties in the mainstream classroom This book clearly explains what Specific Learning Difficulties (SpLD) are, and describes the symptoms of conditions most commonly encountered in the mainstream classroom: dyslexia, dyspraxia, dyscalculia, dysgraphia, Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, and OCD. The author provides an overview of the strengths and weaknesses commonly associated with each of these conditions, as well as practical suggestions for modifying teaching materials and methods to make learning enjoyable, effective and accessible for students. There are also dedicated chapters on helping students with SpLDs to develop effective revision skills and exam techniques.

This straight-talking and accessible guide is ideal for teachers, teaching assistants, and those in school management who want to know more about supporting students with Specific Learning Difficulties.

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A wealth of practical tips to help teachers support children with Specific Learning Difficulties. Diana Hudson explains what the challenges are, how they affect learning and provides simple strategies for the classroom. This book should be compulsory reading for all teachers, TAs, and parents will find it useful too.

Alison Thompson, author of The Boy From Hell: Life with a Child with ADHD and founder of ADHD kids

The Parent’s Guide to Specific Learning Difficulties Information, Advice and Practical Tips

Veronica Bidwell MAY 2016 • 352pp • pb •£13.99 • $19.95 9781785920400 • eBook-9781784503086

A comprehensive guide to supporting the education of children with Specific Learning Difficulties Providing everything you need to know about Specific Learning Difficulties (SpLDs), this book is packed full of advice and practical strategies to help support and motivate children who learn differently.

The first part of the book covers the most common SpLDs, from ADHD, visual processing difficulty and poor working memory through to Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Auditory Processing Disorder (APD), dyslexia, dypraxia, dyscalculia and Specific Language Impairment. It explains clearly and concisely what each difficulty is, how it can affect a child’s learning and how to help a child to succeed despite their difficulties. The second part of the book includes a host of tips, tools and strategies to support your child’s efforts in areas such as reading, writing, spelling and handwriting, as well as advice on how to keep your child motivated through life’s setbacks.

Written by an experienced Educational Psychologist, this is a one-stop-shop for parents and carers who are looking for ways to support their child’s learning, as well as for educators and teachers looking for advice on how to differentiate lessons and motivate pupils with SpLDs.

Restorative Practice and Special Needs A Practical Guide to Working Restoratively with Young People

Nicholas Burnett and Margaret Thorsborne Foreword by Nancy Riestenberg JUN 2015 • 208pp • pb •£23.99 • $39.95 9781849055437 • eBook-9780857009685

The first book to describe how to adapt Restorative Practice for young people with special needs Restorative Practice (RP) is an effective approach to discipline that has the potential to transform behaviour by focusing on building and restoring relationships. This practical guide explains how to implement restorative approaches with young people with special needs in educational or residential settings.

The book explores how RP is being used in general terms and through a number of case studies looks at how RP needs to be adapted for those with additional needs including Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder, Intellectual Disability and communication difficulties. It includes guidance on particular issues such as staff facing crises, the issue of physical restraint and additional support parents require.

The book will be of interest to restorative practitioners, educational professionals including headteachers, teachers and SENCOs in both special education and mainstream schools and residential care leaders and staff.

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Dyslexia The Self-Help Guide for Teens with Dyslexia

Dyslexia and Mental Health

Useful Stuff You May Not Learn at School

Helping people identify destructive behaviours and find positive ways to cope

Alais Winton JUN 2015 • 128pp • pb •£9.99 • $16.95 9781849056496 • eBook-9781784501440

Self-help strategies for students with dyslexia As Alais Winton knows, having dyslexia doesn’t mean you’re not bright; like her, you might just need a different way of looking at things. In this book, she lets you in on the learning techniques which work for her, and which you may not be taught at school.

Offering solutions to common problems students with dyslexia face, Alais describes tried-and-tested techniques for succeeding with reading, spelling, memorising information and time management, and even a simple method to ensure you never misplace your learning tools (such as pencils and books) again. The strategies are ideal for use in the run-up to exams, helping you to become more organised, less stressed and better prepared.

This is a must-read pocket guide for students with dyslexia aged 11 to 18, and will also be a helpful source of ideas for teachers, SENCOs and parents of teens with dyslexia.

Don’t forget!

See Page 2

Neil Alexander-Passe Foreword by Michael Ryan and Pennie Aston AUG 2015 • 264pp • pb •£19.99 • $32.95 9781849055826 • eBook-9781784500689

Presents extensive research on the emotional and social impact of dyslexia, common adverse coping strategies people engage in, and suggestions for support

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A comprehensive model for understanding the defence mechanisms used by dyslexic individuals...This author has done a remarkable job of presenting both theoretical and practical information in an understandable way. He handles very complex and difficult problems with sensitivity and offers concrete suggestions. This work will be an excellent resource for both the researcher and the clinician. It adds to our understanding of dyslexia and how real people cope.

- From the foreword by Michael Ryan, clinical psychologist and former SEN teacher, past Vice President, International Dyslexia Association and President, Michigan Branch, International Dyslexia Association

Can I tell you about Dyslexia?

A guide for friends, family and professionals

Alan M. Hultquist Illustrated by Bill Tulp

JUL 2013 • 56pp • pb •£8.99 • $13.95 9781849059527 • eBook-9780857008107

An illustrated introduction to what dyslexia is to be used in the classroom or at home Zoe invites readers to learn about dyslexia from her perspective, helping them to understand how dyslexia affects her daily life, why some tasks can be especially challenging for her, and how she can be helped. This illustrated book will be a helpful guide for family, friends, teachers and carers, and a great starting point for group discussions.

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This is a captivating account through the eyes of a child, called Zoe of what it is like to have dyslexia... the book is suitable for readers aged seven and up. There is information for children, parents and teachers... Overall, a very enjoyable and easy but informative read.

- Children & Young People Now

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Dyscalculia and Dyspraxia Understanding Dyscalculia and Numeracy Difficulties

The Dyspraxic Learner

A Guide for Parents, Teachers and Other Professionals

MAR 2015 • 192pp • pb •£16.99 • $27.95 9781849055949 • eBook-9781784500498

Jane Emerson and Patricia Babtie JUL 2015 • 184pp • pb •£13.99 • $21.95 9781849053907 • eBook-9780857007544

The definitive handbook on dyscalculia and numeracy difficulties, explaining what to teach and how to teach it Dyscalculia is a specific learning difficulty that affects the acquisition of numerical skills. A far larger number of pupils, while not dyscalculic, fail to acquire the basic numerical skills required for everyday life.

Whatever the cause of poor numeracy it is essential that these difficulties are identified and addressed. This book looks at how adults can help identify each child’s specific areas of difficulty and describes a multi-sensory approach that can be adapted for the needs of each student to help them better understand numbers and apply that understanding to solve problems. It covers the origins of number sense and how the brain deals with numbers, assessment, planning intervention, what to teach and how to teach it, and how parents can help their children.

This straightforward guide will be essential reading for any parent, teacher or education professional working with a child with dyscalculia or numeracy difficulties.

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This is a comprehensive and accessible overview of the many factors involved in understanding dyscalculia, from definitions to legislation to intervention.

Professor Steve Chinn, PhD, FRSA, editor of ‘The Routledge International Handbook of Dyscalculia and Mathematical Learning Difficulties’

Caged in Chaos A Dyspraxic Guide to Breaking Free Updated Edition

Victoria Biggs Foreword by Jo Todd APR 2014 • 216pp • pb •£13.99 • $19.95 9781849054744 • eBook-9780857008732

A humorous and inspiring practical guide for young adults with dyspraxia and those around them Written by a teenager with dyspraxia, this practical guide helps young adults with dyspraxia and those around them get to grips with the social, physical and psychological chaos caused by developmental coordination disorders. The new edition of this award-winning book includes an update from the author on how dyspraxia affects her now as an adult.

Strategies for Success

Alison Patrick Essential strategies for supporting learners with dyspraxia aged 11 and over With a wealth of practical strategies for teaching and supporting students with dyspraxia aged from 11 years up to college or university level, this book addresses all aspects of learning and ways in which teaching can be tailored to the dyspraxic learner.

By exploring dyspraxia and its physical, emotional, psychological and social impacts on learning, the author shares tried-and-tested strategies for ensuring that students with dyspraxia achieve their full potential. This book covers a wide range of topics, such as research and study skills, improving memory, teaching literacy, visual and auditory learning styles, dealing with sleeplessness, stress, low self-esteem and anxiety, and preparing for future employment. Teachers will have a greater understanding of dyspraxia, and feel confident in helping students with dyspraxia to overcome educational challenges.

Teachers, lecturers, tutors and SENCOs will find this book useful, and it will also be of interest to students with dyspraxia who are looking for ways to help themselves with their school or university work.

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A welcome addition to any book shelf but a MUST read for anyone who can affect the progress of a person’s educational career and emotional well-being.

Gill M. Dixon, Vice Chair, The Dyspraxia Foundation

Can I tell you about Dyspraxia?

A guide for friends, family and professionals

Maureen Boon Illustrated by Imogen Hallam

MAR 2014 • 56pp • pb •£8.99 • $14.95 9781849054478 • eBook-9780857008244

Meet Marco, a boy with dyspraxia, as he talks about the challenges of the condition and how he can be supported Marco invites readers to learn about dyspraxia from his perspective, helping them to understand what it is and what it feels like when he sometimes struggles to control his movement and co-ordination. He talks about the challenges of having dyspraxia, letting readers know how he can be helped and supported by friends and family at school and home.

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Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) Can I tell you about Pathological Demand Avoidance syndrome?

A guide for friends, family and professionals

Ruth Fidler and Phil Christie Illustrated by Jonathon Powell Foreword by Judith Gould JAN 2015 • 56pp • pb •£8.99 • $14.95 9781849055130 • eBook-9780857009296

Introduce Pathological Demand Avoidance to children, friends and family, though the eyes and words of a child with PDA In this illustrated guide Issy invites readers to learn about PDA, a part of the autism spectrum, from her perspective, helping them to understand how it causes her to find simple, everyday demands very stressful. Issy tells readers (aged 7 upwards) about all the ways she can be helped and supported by those around her.

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PDA is another part of the jigsaw within the autistic spectrum. This book offers us an ‘insider perspective’ which enriches our understanding and knowledge. It is full of helpful advice and practical approaches, and I would highly recommend it to teachers, parents and all professionals working with children with PDA, (or who, from reading this book, realise that they are!).

- Professor Barry Carpenter, OBE, Honorary Professor in the field of Learning Disabilities at Universities in the UK, Ireland, Germany and Australia

Understanding Pathological Demand Avoidance Syndrome in Children A Guide for Parents, Teachers and Other Professionals

Margo Duncan, Zara Healy, Ruth Fidler and Phil Christie SEP 2011 • 208pp • pb •£12.99 • $19.95 9781849050746 • eBook-9780857002532

Straightforward guide to understanding PDA for anyone needing an overview of the condition Written by professionals and parents, this book answers the key questions about PDA and uses case examples throughout to show the impact of the condition on different areas of the child’s life. The early intervention options and workable strategies for managing PDA positively will make day-to-day life easier for the child, their family and peers.

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[This book] written by professionals and parents, it is highly accessible, illustrated by a wealth of case studies and provides practical strategies and approaches covering both the home and school context for managing children with PDA. In terms of addressing the underlying anxiety-driven need of these children, there is a useful section on developing emotional well-being and self-awareness in children with PDA. This book provides a very useful overview and practical resource which all educational psychologists should find helpful.

- Debate

Authors featured on Channel 4’s documentary Pathological Demand Avoidance Syndrome - My Daughter is Not Naughty Jane Alison Sherwin Foreword by Phil Christie JAN 2015 • 328pp • pb •£12.99 • $19.95 9781849056144 • eBook-9781784500856

An emotional, insightful account of raising a child with Pathological Demand Avoidance Syndrome (PDA) Full of advice and support, this book is an honest account of one family’s experiences of raising a child with Pathological Demand Avoidance Syndrome (PDA). It includes strategies to help manage PDA behaviours, information on obtaining diagnosis and raising awareness, and explanations to help readers gain a better understanding of the condition.

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Knowledge and understanding of PDA is still at an early stage, but there are exciting developments happening in diagnostic understanding, greater awareness of successful educational approaches and the perspective that is now being gained from further research...Jane Sherwin’s book, the account of the mother of Mollie, a ten-year-old girl with PDA, will add to that knowledge by highlighting the perspective of a parent, as well as giving fascinating glimpses into how the world seems from Mollie’s point of view.

- from the foreword and introduction by Phil Christie, Consultant Child Psychologist, The Elizabeth Newson Centre, UK

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Selective Mutism and ADHD Selective Mutism In Our Own Words

Tackling Selective Mutism

Experiences in Childhood and Adulthood

A Guide for Professionals and Parents

Cheryl Forrester and Carl Sutton Foreword by Donna Williams

Edited by Benita Rae Smith and Alice Sluckin Foreword by Jean Gross SEP 2014 • 312pp • pb •£19.99 • $31.95 9781849053938 • eBook-9780857007612

DEC 2015 • 272pp • pb •£14.99 • $24.95 9781849056366 • eBook-9781784501143

First hand experiences of living with Selective Mutism (SM), providing insights into SM and support for people with the condition An eye-opening and enlightening collection of stories from people living with Selective Mutism (SM), this book provides a much-needed platform for people with SM to share experiences of the condition in their own words.

Exploring all aspects of SM, from symptoms and diagnostic criteria, to triggers and the consequences of being psychologically unable to speak, the stories in this book dispel the myths around this often misunderstood condition. Far from refusing to talk, or choosing not to, the contributors offer genuine insights into why they simply cannot speak in certain situations or in front of certain people. Children, teens and adults from the UK and US share experiences of feeling isolated, struggling at school, and finding ways to communicate. Letting people with SM know that they are not alone with the condition, the book will also help family, friends and professionals to understand what it is like to live with SM.

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Finally, a book to dispel the myth that Selective Mutism is an exclusively childhood condition. My greatest hope is that this valuable contribution to the field will not only improve understanding of the nature and far-reaching effects of SM, but help mobilise Health Services to provide appropriate support for both children and adults.

- Maggie Johnson, FRCSLT, co-author of Can I Tell You About Selective Mutism?

All Dogs Have ADHD Kathy Hoopmann

Expert knowledge and personal stories on how to tackle selective mutism In this definitive guide to selective mutism the latest research and understanding are consolidated in chapters from experts in the fields of speech therapy, psychology, music therapy and education and communication. It includes helpful information on the various treatment and therapeutic options with illustrative case studies.

Can I tell you about Selective Mutism?

A guide for friends, family and professionals

Alison Wintgens and Maggie Johnson Illustrated by Robyn Gallow JUN 2012 • 56pp • pb •£8.99 • $13.95 9781849052894 • eBook-9780857006110

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I found the ‘voice’ of the book very powerful, giving a real insight into how a child or young person with SM may feel and what approaches are helpful and unhelpful for them. I would recommend this book both to professionals working with children and young people with SM, to share with them, their classmates, teachers and other adults in school, and also to the parents of children with SM. - Claire Thomas, EP

Great Books for ADHD Can I tell you about ADHD?

SEP 2008 • 72pp • hb •£9.99 • $14.95 9781843106517 • eBook-9781846428401

A guide for friends, family and professionals

A dog-filled celebration of what it means to be considered ‘different’ An inspiring and affectionate look at ADHD, using images and ideas from the canine world.

Charming colour photographs of dogs bring to life familiar ADHD characteristics such as being restless and excitable, getting easily distracted, and acting on impulse. The author uses adorably cute photos of dogs to illustrate common traits of ADHD.

Susan Yarney Illustrated by Chris Martin JAN 2013 • 64pp • pb •£8.99 • $13.95 9781849053594 • eBook-9780857007087

An illustrated guide to learning about ADHD from the perspective of a child with the condition

Turn over for more in the Can I Tell You About? Series…

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Can I tell you about? Series

Can I tell you about Asperger Syndrome?

Can I tell you about Autism?

A guide for friends and family

A guide for friends, family and professionals

Jude Welton Foreword by Elizabeth Newson

Jude Welton Foreword by Glenys Jones

SEP 2003 • 48pp • pb •£8.99 • $13.95 9781843102069 • eBook-9781846424229

MAR 2014 • 64pp • pb •£8.99 • $13.95 9781849054539 • eBook-9780857008299

An illustrated introduction to AS for children, family and classrooms

Illustrated introduction to Autism for friends, family and children

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It does very well in it’s way of introducing this concept of autism to a child - who may be thinking ‘is there something wrong with me’ at the early stage of diagnosis... the book would be a good resource for children as part of an overall understanding of AS. - theautisticlife.com

Can I tell you about Down Syndrome?

A guide for friends, family and professionals

Elizabeth Elliott

Can I tell you about Anxiety?

A guide for friends, family and professionals

Polly Waite and Lucy Willetts Illustrated by Kaiyee Tay JUL 2014 • 56pp • pb •£8.99 • $14.95 9781849055277 • eBook-9780857009678

A quick introduction for friends and family or to start classroom discussions around anxiety

OCT 2015 • 48pp • pb •£8.99 • $14.95 9781849055017 • eBook-9780857009043

Get to know David who has Down syndrome and find out how it affects his everyday life and what can help him David invites readers aged 7+ to learn about Down syndrome from his perspective, helping them to understand what Down syndrome is and how it affects his daily life.

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This book is a breath of fresh air!

Hayley Goleniowska, Downs Side Up, blogger, author, speaker and advocate

Can I tell you about Depression?

A guide for friends, family and professionals

Christopher Dowrick and Susan Martin Illustrated by Mike Medaglia JAN 2015 • 48pp • pb •£8.99 • $14.95 9781849055635 • eBook-9781784500030

A quick introduction to depression and how it can affect family life

Can I tell you about Sensory Processing Difficulties?

Can I tell you about OCD?

A guide for friends, family and professionals

Amita Jassi Foreword by Isobel Heyman

Sue Allen Illustrated by Mike Medaglia OCT 2015 • 56pp • pb •£8.99 • $14.95 9781849056403 • eBook-9781784501372

What are sensory processing difficulties and why do they sometimes make life challenging for those who have them? Harry answers these questions and more in this friendly guide

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A guide for friends, family and professionals

MAY 2013 • 48pp • pb •£8.99 • $13.95 9781849053815 • eBook-9780857007360

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I found these books (Can I tell you about OCD? And Can I tell you about Dementia?) easy to read and informative making them and extremely useful and valuable addition to any school library, and they definitely fill a gap in the market.

- The School Librarian

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Attachment The Boy Who Built a Wall Around Himself Ali Redford Illustrated by Kara Simpson NOV 2015 • 32pp • hb •£9.99 • $15.95 9781849056830 • eBook-9781784502003

A therapeutic colour picture book about a boy who builds a protective wall around himself Boy built a wall to keep himself safe.

Behind it he felt strong and more protected. Then Someone Kind came along. She bounced a ball, sang and painted on the other side of the wall, and Boy began to wonder if life on the other side might be better after all.

Written for children aged 4 to 9, this gentle full-colour picture book uses a simple metaphor to explain how children who have had painful or traumatic experiences can build barriers between themselves and other people. It will help children explore their feelings and encourage communication.

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I really enjoyed this book, as did my children. The gentle but insightful storytelling matched the fantastic illustrations.

This is a book that can easily be returned to again and again by families as children grow. It will provide a platform for many parents and children to have conversations about life stories and challenging experiences and offer hope for restoration and love.

- Al Coates, adoptive dad, social worker and blogger

The Teacher’s Introduction to Attachment Practical Essentials for Teachers, Carers and School Support Staff

Nicola Marshall Foreword by Phil Thomas JUL 2014 • 160pp • pb •£13.99 • $22.95 9781849055505 • eBook-9780857009739

Simple guide to understanding and supporting students with attachment issues An easy to read, easy to use introduction for teachers and school support staff which gives practical advice on how to help children with attachment difficulties in school.

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I found this book to be enormously helpful and also reassuring. It bolstered my toolkit of resources to understand and help the vulnerable children I come across - and it reassured me that I am equipped to help: those children I think are hard to reach are actually within my reach and I can be the person to help them... Compassionate and intelligent [this is] an accessible book for all.

- Phil Thomas, Teacher, Headteacher and Resilience Trainer

Caleb’s Healing Story A Workbook to Help Adopted or Fostered Children Recover from Trauma or Attachment Issues

Kathleen A. Chara and Tasha Lehner JUN 2016 • 112pp • pb •£12.99 • $19.95 9781785927027 • eBook-9781784502454

Caleb shares his story of overcoming his attachment issues, and invites children to share their own in order to embark on a healing process Caleb invites you on a journey to learn about attachment and trauma in this interactive story and workbook intended for children and the adults who support them.

Caleb shares his own story about healing from his difficult early experiences, and encourages readers to join him in sharing their stories and completing the healing activities included in the book. Caleb’s Healing Story identifies the common challenges that children who have experienced attachment or trauma issues will encounter and offers easy to use interventions in the form of activities and worksheets.

Fully illustrated, it is suitable for children aged 5-14, as well as their family, friends and those working with children who present with these issues.

Observing Adolescents with Attachment Difficulties in Educational Settings A Tool for Identifying and Supporting Emotional and Social Difficulties in Young People Aged 11-16

Kim Golding, Mary Turner, Helen Worrall, Ann Cadman and Jennifer Roberts Foreword by Louise Bombèr OCT 2015 • 240pp • pb •£24.99 • $39.95 9781849056175 • eBook-9781784501747

An essential tool to help school staff to identify attachment difficulties in children 11+ and provide the appropriate support

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This wonderful book focuses on the use of a comprehensive observation checklist for these students.

However it provides so much more! It includes the development of well-informed action plans based on the detailed information obtained by the checklist as well as a thorough understanding of the complex difficulties shown by these adolescents.

- Daniel Hughes Ph.D., Psychologist and Founder of Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (DDP)

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Attachment Attachment in Common Sense and Doodles

Observing Children with Attachment Difficulties in School

A Practical Guide

A Tool for Identifying and Supporting Emotional and Social Difficulties in Children Aged 5-11

Miriam Silver FEB 2013 • 208pp • pb •£13.99 • $19.95 9781849053143 • eBook-9780857006240

Easy to understand practical guide to attachment, and how to apply the information in real life An informal introduction to attachment and what it means for understanding and helping children who have experienced trauma, neglect or abuse. Doodles featuring throughout the book bring the ideas to life - ideal for parents or professionals caring for fostered, adopted and looked after children.

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Eminently readable, engaging, informative and thought provoking: Miriam Silver’s Attachment in Common Sense and Dooodles is aimed primarily at foster carers and adoptive parents. It is, however a must-read for anyone who has contact with children and young people who have experienced early trauma, abuse or neglect... It is organised into short, well-presented and informative chapters... Each chapter is clearly referenced, and footnotes provide the reader with easy signposting to further reading... Chapters are interspersed with ‘doodles’, reflections, activities and case examples...For the non-professionals, it is a brilliant book that serves to lay down the foundations of attachment and subsequent behaviour patterns. For the professional, it is a quick reference, an accessible summary and a springboard to other texts and writers.

- Emma Pilling, Counsellor and teacher

Helen Worrall, Sian Templeton, Netty Roberts, Ann Frost, Kim Golding, Eleanor Durrant and Jane Fain and Cathy Mills NOV 2012 • 160pp • pb •£19.99 • $29.95 9781849053365 • eBook-9780857006752

An observation resource for identifying behavioural patterns in children with social and emotional difficulties, analysing what underpins these behaviours and establishing what kind of support the children need An observational tool designed to help structure observations of children aged 5 – 11 with attachment issues in school.

Simple checklists and diagrams help to identify emotional and behavioural problems, and hand-outs with activities are provided to provide emotional support and identify appropriate interventions.

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This book is well written and beautifully presented, overfilling with useful information. It is an excellent resource for teachers, teaching assistants, educational psychologists and play therapists to help understand the sensitive emotional needs of children and identify what kind of support to put in place.

- Play for Life

A Short Introduction to Attachment and Attachment Disorder Colby Pearce MAY 2009 • 112pp • pb •£12.99 • $20.95 9781843109570 • eBook-9781846429491

A short and accessible introduction to what ‘attachment’ means and how to recognise attachment disorders in children This book presents a short introduction to what ‘attachment’ means and how to recognise attachment disorders in children. The author explains how complex problems in childhood may stem from the parent-child relationship during a child’s early formative years, and later from the child’s engagement with the broader social world.

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The usefulness of this book, for any professional working with children and young people who have any kind of attachment difficulty cannot be over stated. For those who have a limited knowledge, it is accessible, informative and practical. For those who have a greater knowledge, it highlights in jargon-free language the importance of understanding attachment.

- Journal of Mental Health

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