This illustrated book introduces an autistic boy and examines his problems, strange moods, and play habits.

When young people have questions about a brother or sister with autism or Asperger's Syndrome, clear answers are hard to find. 'Why does Daniel do that?' is the question ten year old Emily recalled asking her parents as a young child when she first sought to understand her older brother and his differences. Written by Eve Band, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist, his book gives voice to Emily's story: her questions about her brother, her search for answers about autism, her exploration of her feelings as a sibling of a high-functioning autistic brother. Told in her voice, Emily's story is as uplifting as it is filled with valuable information for parents and siblings - or any individual whose life is touched by a person with autism or Asperger's Syndrome.

In the summertime, almost any weekend can be fun, but once in a great while, everything falls into place to make a perfect weekend. Megan Ropitsky lives in a guest house on the Maine coast, and visitors to the house provide some interesting adventures. In this story, Megan meets an autistic girl, deals with some feelings of jealousy, has some special times with her friends, and does something unselfish that brings an unexpected surprise.

When your entire life has been one long search for that mysterious "something" that will finally make you happy and complete, what you want changes faster than the fashions in Vogue. But that doesn't mean you stop wishing, does it? This is Bella Grandelli's heartbreaking, hilarious, and seemingly hopeless quest-from her days as a pudgy, insecure eight-year-old in the seventies, to a Madonna-worshipping Notre Dame co-ed in the eighties, where she tries on boyfriends as if they're leg-warmers, to a martini-sipping entertainment journalist in the nineties. The only constant through her love-life chaos is her twin brother, Bobby, whose mysterious illness has been a source of both triumph and tragedy-no matter how hard Bella tries to wish him well. But it's only when her family faces a devastating crisis that she finally realizes the painful truth about herself and her life. And no one is more surprised than Bella herself when that journey leads her to the only person in the world who holds the key to her heart.

My Friend with Autism is a coloring book to help peers and siblings understand autism and Asperger's Syndrome. It is the exceptional result of a parent's determination to help her special needs son fit in with his peers, and to foster tolerance and understanding among her son's friends and schoolmates. Author Beverly Bishop teaches high school computer classes and is the technology coordinator for a private K-12 school. She wrote My Friend with Autism for the teachers and students in her son's elementary school class. By helping others understand autism, she is able to encourage tolerance and a positive approach to classroom integration for special needs children.

This book is different! It is specially designed to give answers to the many questions of brothers and sisters of young people on the autistic spectrum. As well as explaining the characteristics of autism, it is full of helpful suggestions for making family life more comfortable for everyone concerned.

Written and illustrated by the creators of the popular Dino Life Guides for Families, this book uses precise language and humorous illustrations to offer specific ways to be a friend and specific ways not to be one. A special section on how to deal with bosses and bullies has valuable information for young children going forth in the world and encountering these situations for the first time.

Mimi Brown’s Giggles is a deeply touching story of a young couple and their two daughters, Amy and Angie. Angie is autistic, deaf, and can only see clearly through one eye. But Angie is also the light and love that holds everyone so close with her amazing capacity to love, her sweet, innocent giggles and kisses and her determination. Giggles is sure to inspire anyone who may have to live life a bit differently, as well as those that take their blessings for granted.

A fictional story for children about how three boys with disabilities, taunted by their peers, find the magical power to cure their disorders.

B. Orville Wright has Asperger’s Syndrome—and a genius-level IQ. He isn’t popular, but he and his best friend, Agatha Wong, are great detectives. Together, they make one unstoppable crime- solving team! At Placid Middle School’s annual football game, a prank gone wrong burns down the field house—where the school stores fertilizer. Now the field is ruined, and school really stinks . . . but Agatha and Orville smell foul play. Can they sniff out the prankster, or will the entire school be punished?

When Agatha and Orville go to visit Nana Wong, they find the door ajar and Nana gone! Agatha thinks her granny’s been kidnapped, but the police are no help. The rejected detectives decide to investigate, and uncover photos of a strange man among Nana’s negatives—could he be the kidnapper?

More than any other issue, 'losing control' can cause major problems for children with ASD. Through the irresistible character of Nicholas, this books gives young children an opportunity to explore with parents or teachers their own feelings as they react to events in their daily lives while learning some useful relaxation techniques. Children who use the simple strategies presented in this charming book, illustrated by the author, will find themselves relaxed and ready to work or play.

Cloud Filly is an exciting fantasy adventure about a teenage boy (Drake) and his sister (Nellie) who arrive in a new land by supernatural accident. They discover unicorns, which are much different than they ever imagined, and many mystical creatures such as fire horses, dragons and cloud unicorns. They are befriended by two sisters, one a mysterious sorceress. The adventure focuses on the friendship that is successfully forged between Drake and a wild, playful and independent filly unicorn (Cloudberry). Their love of running creates a special bond which enables them to chase a dream of winning the races held in that land. The adventure is troubled by a seemingly evil and hateful stallion (Nightcloud) who is revealed to be Cloudberry's brother. He holds a mysterious grudge against her, seems to feel that all his woes have been caused by her and is determined to make her pay for it. Even though he is considered a bad one to trust, Nellie begins to fall in love with him seduced by his great beauty and strong spirit. After all, no one said she was going to sit by and watch her brother have all the fun...

When I'm Away From Home is a workbook designed to provide specific information about the individual care requirements of a disabled child for anyone responsible for their care. It includes the child's medical and physical needs, their daily routine and a section which they can fill in themselves about their personality, preferences and habits. The workbook will benefit everyone involved: it will be an invaluable resource for the carer; the child, who may find it particularly difficult to understand and adapt to change, will benefit from the continuation of their everyday routine; and it may help to alleviate the anxieties of a parent or carer when they entrust their child into someone else's care. This clear and comprehensive workbook will help ensure that children's mental, physical, medical and emotional needs are met whenever they are being looked after by someone other than their primary carer.

When I'm Away From Home is a workbook designed to provide specific information about the individual care requirements of a disabled child for anyone responsible for their care. It includes the child's medical and physical needs, their daily routine and a section which they can fill in themselves about their personality, preferences and habits. The workbook will benefit everyone involved: it will be an invaluable resource for the carer; the child, who may find it particularly difficult to understand and adapt to change, will benefit from the continuation of their everyday routine; and it may help to alleviate the anxieties of a parent or carer when they entrust their child into someone else's care. This clear and comprehensive workbook will help ensure that children's mental, physical, medical and emotional needs are met whenever they are being looked after by someone other than their primary carer.

Wonder what life would be like with an autistic savant in your family?This book is a collection of 40 rhyming poems written by the author about his brother Kevin, an autistic savant. Includes 50 illustrations drawn by Kevin. A great read for young readers age 9 to 12 and grown-ups as well.

Kevin Carlson, the author's younger brother, is an autistic savant. This book contains 6 short stories and 6 poems based on actual events involving Kevin. Who rode his bicycle into the pool? Gave himself a haircut? Ate someone else's food? Was terrified of a huge beetle? Wandered off? And rode the family dog? Kevin!

Temple Grandin was diagnosed with autism and suffered severe learning disabilities as a child. Bright lights and strong smells bothered her, and background noises other people couldn’t even hear boomed inside her head. She first encountered cows on a trip to a cattle ranch when she was a teenager and realized that they experience the world in many of the same ways that she did—and were bothered by the same kinds of sights and sounds she was. She determined to find a way to ease their stress. Combining her remarkable ability to create building designs inside her head and her cow’s eye view of the world, Temple became the foremost designer of humane animal facilities in the U.S. She persuaded fast food chains like McDonald’s to adopt her standards for the humane treatment of animals and spurred a revolution in the American meat industry. Temple Grandin’s life was documented in a PBS documentary entitled 'Stairway to Heaven' and by Oliver Sacks in his essay 'An Anthropologist on Mars.' In Rescued by a Cow and a Squeeze, Medical Reporter Mary Carpenter brings Temple’s remarkable achievements to children and young adults for the first time.

Allergy Busters is a practical guide to help children struggling with allergy problems. It follows the experiences of Karston, who, in addition to autism-related problems, suffers from food and environmental allergies. He relates the struggles, frustrations, and disap-pointments in battling allergies, before coming up with a solution – the four Allergy Buster Keys. These effective methods for overcoming allergies are presented as a child-friendly plan leading to an allergy-free diet. The keys demonstrate how children with al-lergies can lead fun-filled lives by following simple, easily-attainable guidelines to man-age their allergies. Children on the autism spectrum suffering with gluten and casein allergies require professional services in addition to intensive family involvement. This book will be an asset to parents and professionals working with children on the autism spectrum who are struggling with allergies, as well as an informative resource for allergy sufferers themselves. The guidelines provided are both innovative and rooted in mainstream psychological principles, applicable to any child with allergy problems, not just those on the autism spec-trum. Written in a style that encourages the child to assist adults working with him or her, the authors have included a behavioural chart to track progress along the 'Allergy Buster System', as well as certificates for those children who succeed in becoming 'al-lergy busters'.

Tyler is confused when he is selected by his entire fifth-grade class to present a going-away gift to Jackson, a classmate who is moving out of town. The agonizing dilemma is that while Tyler likes Jackson, he is a little embarrassed to admit it, and is worried about being "lumped together" with Jackson, whom many of the other students view as a bit "strange." The truth of the matter is that Jackson has Asperger Syndrome, which explains his sometimes bizarre behavior and lack of social skills. In the end, Tyler's kind nature prevails and he does a wonderful job of presenting a class book to the departing Jackson. This heart-warming and often humorous book paints a realistic picture of the ups and downs in the life of a fifth-grader and, more important, of a young boy with Asperger Syndrome.

Personal Hygiene? What's that got to do with me? is a curriculum developed for students with autism, Asperger's Syndrome, learning and developmental disabilities, designed to help them understand how others perceive their appearance and the social implications of neglecting personal hygiene. Simple factual information is accompanied by humorous cartoons that emphasize how others view someone with poor hygiene. Step-by-step cartoons explain exactly what the student needs to do to ensure good hygiene. Quizzes and activity pages provide numerous opportunities for repetition and reinforcement of the key points. There are also hands-on activities to demonstrate why and how to perform various hygiene tasks. Several social stories are also provided, along with a set of worksheets that help students set up a daily schedule to allow time for completing necessary hygiene tasks.

While Nita grieves over her mother's death, Kit tackles a challenge as dangerous as it is strange: Rescue a young wizard who has vanished on his first assignment. This new wizard is unlike any other--he's autistic and he's a magical prodigy. His power is enormous. Now Kit and his dog, Ponch, must track down the missing boy before the Lone Power finds him.

Bones, a former police officer, teams up with Verity, a clever twelve-year-old with Asperger's syndrome, to try to solve the mystery of two missing girls.

An ex-cop and a 12-year-old girl solving crimes? Odd, yes, but that's exactly what Bones Fatzinger and Verity Buscador do--even though Bones hates to admit he needs help. When a local church is torched, the parson approaches him to find the culprit. Bones thinks there's a nice fee to be had and plenty to look into. Verity, on the other hand, doesn't think there's much to investigate; she insists she already knows who did the deed. As in To Oz and Back (2003), cranky Bones' narration gives this a more adult sensibility than most mysteries for kids, and although Eden does plant a selection of red herrings to sort through, there's not much drama in the story. Readers will, however, find out a bit about the autistic-like behavioral characteristics associated with Asperger's syndrome, with which Verity deals, and they aren't likely to miss the goodhearted, inspirational message about forgiveness that's the real point of the novel

Bones arrested by Grumbera and put in jail? It’s true. Someone has been spray painting bad graffiti about the chief of police all over town, and the chief is convinced it is Bones. Now it’s up to the duchess to find out who the real culprit is and prove that Bones is innocent. The duchess comes up with a brilliant plan to lay a trap for the suspects. Will the duchess’s plan work? Will they be able to discover who the real culprit is and keep Bones out of jail? Find out in this, the third exciting Bones and the Duchess Mystery.

This book educates children about autism, a complex and often misunderstood condition. Told by Angel, whose friend Sam is autistic, the story describes what life is like for a child who lives with autism.

Different Like Me introduces children aged 8–12 years to famous, inspirational figures from the world of science, art, maths, literature, philosophy and comedy. Eight-year-old Quinn, a young boy with Asperger's Syndrome, tells young readers about the achievements and characteristics of his autism heroes, from Albert Einstein, Dian Fossey and Wassily Kandinsky to Lewis Carroll, Benjamin Banneker and Julia Bowman Robinson, among others. All excel in different fields, but are united by the fact that they often found it difficult to fit in – just like Quinn. Fully illustrated in colour and written in child-friendly language, this book will be a wonderful resource for children, particularly children with autism, their parents, teachers, carers and siblings.

Michael is a four year old boy with autism. His older brother, Thomas, doesn't understand why Michael behaves the way he does. The therapist teaches Thomas how to play with Michael, making sibling time fun again. This fully color illustrated, bilingual (English and Spanish) children's book is written for young readers, parents, siblings, family members, and professionals who work with children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders.

An older sister can't understand why her little sister, Keisha, won't play with her. The family finds out that Keisha has autism and goes to see a therapist to understand what autism means to them. This fully color illustrated, bilingual (English and Spanish) children's book is written for young readers, parents, siblings, family members, and professionals who work with children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders.

'There’s a new boy at school called Louis. Louis sits next to me and I look out for him. He’s not quite like the rest of us. Sometimes I wonder what he’s thinking about. He often just sits and stares at the wall. If I ask him what he’s looking at, he says, ‘Looking at,’ and keeps on looking.' Louis has autism, but through imagination, kindness, and a special game of soccer, his classmates find a way to join him in his world. Then they can include Louis in theirs.

This outstanding picture book helps children understand the Who/What/When...questions while taking its readers on a fun journey looking for a lost shoe. A very entertaining book for all involved!

Don't miss the second book in Karen Emigh's series. This time Herman's adventures will help your child discover the difficult concept of prepositions such as up, in, under, and behind by using colorful illustrations.

In this brightly illustrated book, readers are introduced to Alphie, a computer that is 'wired differently' and therefore has trouble fitting in and performing successfully. After beginning to doubt his self-worth and his ability to do anything right, Alphie finally meets a human, Chris, who has been hired to fix the malfunctioning computers in the lab. Chris' patient and accepting approach totally changes Alphie's life. Instead of feeling incompatible and useless, Alphie starts to realize that being different is what makes him special, and soon he is free to use his abilities to their fullest -- free to be who he was meant to be. This book, written for children ages 8 and up, fosters tolerance and acceptance while celebrating differences. It is a perfect addition to any family and school reading.

A workbook explaining self awareness and life lessons to the youth with high functioning autism or Asperger's Syndrome. This is the book most requested by parents and teachers. Written by a leading therapist, this book is a must-have for the person with high functioning autism or Asperger's Sydrome. Includes chapters to help explain their world. Special binding allows for easy photcopying for classroom use.

This much-needed book demystifies the unique and sometimes puzzling behaviors of individuals with Asperger Syndrome by letting the reader experience the world from the perspective of a young child with Asperger Syndrome. The brief, easy-to-understand text is accompanied by whimsical cartoon-like characters.

Carol Gray explains autism and Asperger's to students that share their classroom.

Carol Gray uses her unique abilities to help explain autism and Asperger's Syndrome to children who share their classroom. In the Sixth Sense, Carol Gray introduced us to our sixth sense, our social sense. The Sixth Sense II is more comprehensive than its predecessor, "Taming the Recess Jungle." It helps promote understanding and supportive social climates for children with autism spectrum disorders.

Gezz and her best friends Malcolm and Luke are having fun on the housing estate where they live when the arrival of a stranger interrupts their everyday lives and changes the world as they know it forever. Created by a professor of robotics, Anne Droyd is left in the care of these three children, who take her to school with them and teach her how to be ‘a human'. This Asperger adventure explores the human condition and the need to integrate into a society that demands conformity. The author's pun on ‘android' introduces the theme of alienation that runs throughout, a tool used to provide comfort to individuals who feel like ‘aliens', excluded in a social environment. Readers will be captivated by the heroic characters and the colourful plot, and engaged by Hadcroft's imaginative presentation of real-life issues such as smoking, bullying and peer acceptance.

Jessie lives with her family in the frontier village of Clifton, Indiana, in 1840 -- or so she believes. When diphtheria strikes the village and the children of Clifton start dying, Jessie's mother reveals a shocking secret -- it's actually 1996, and they are living in a reconstructed village that serves as a tourist site. In the world outside, medicine exists that can cure the dread disease, and Jessie's mother is sending her on a dangerous mission to bring back help. But beyond the walls of Clifton, Jessie discovers a world even more alien and threatening than she could have imagined, and soon she finds her own life in jeopardy. Can she get help before the children of Clifton, and Jessie herself, run out of time?-

All Cats Have Asperger Syndrome takes a playful look at Asperger Syndrome (AS), drawing inspiration from the feline world in a way that will strike a chord with all those who are familiar with AS. Delightful colour photographs of cats bring to life familiar characteristics such as sensitive hearing, scampering at the first sign of being stroked, and particular eating habits. Touching, humorous and insightful, this book evokes the difficulties and joys of raising a child who is different and leaves the reader with a sense of the dignity, individuality, and potential of people with AS. This engaging book is an ideal, gentle introduction to the world of AS.

Ben's attempt to cope with his newly diagnosed Asperger Syndrome is complicated by the crash landing in his back yard of an alien who knows nothing about Earth's rules and norms.

This is a warm, fun-filled fantasy story for children with a difference: the hero is Ben, a boy with Asperger Syndrome. When Ben and his friend Andy find an old bottle in the school yard, they little realize the surprises about to be unleashed in their lives. Bound up with this exciting mystery is the story of how Ben is diagnosed with Asperger Syndrome and how he and his family deal with the problems and joys that come along. Blue Bottle Mystery is a delight to read that is more than just another kid's book. For the first time, the issues and frustrations that a child may have with Asperger Syndrome are explored within a fictional format especially for children. Its portrayal of Ben as the central character offers other children with autistic spectrum disorders and their peers a positive role model. It is a valuable teaching tool that demystifies children with Asperger Syndrome, justifying their individuality as valid and interesting. In Blue Bottle Mystery Kathy Hoopmann has combined her love of children with her passion for fantasy literature to produce a delightful read for anyone who loves an adventure and wants a unique insight into the mind of an Asperger child.

Acclaimed author of the Asperger Adventures series for children Kathy Hoopmann has turned her hand to a novel for teenagers. Much more than just a book about a boy with Asperger Syndrome, this is her best book yet. Weaving the facts of Seb’s Asperger Syndrome into the story, this fast-paced book will be a rivetting read for teenagers of all sorts and abilities. Seb is a loner. Brilliant with numbers and facts, but hopeless with people. Bored at school – he prefers the company of his computers, and his only friend, Guzzle. However, things change for the better. Kristie, a girl in his class, phones him one night. Kristie introduces Seb to Madeline and Jen, and the group become friends. Then a new computer teacher – Miss Adonia – brings a challenge back into schoolwork. So when Seb finds out that he has Asperger’s Syndrome, he is not too concerned. Suddenly Guzzle starts to hang out with a group who had bullied Seb throughout the year. Seb reacts badly and ends up suspended from school. Miss Adonia agrees to tutor him so he can pass his exams, but she is not what she seems. Before long, Seb is caught up in a web of computer fraud and lies. Things come to a head when Madeline is mistreated by her mother and Seb turns to Madeline’s mysterious cyber friend for help.

When Lisa discovers a derelict hut in her friend Ben's backyard, she delights in exploring the remnants of an era long gone. Imagine her surprise when Great Aunt Hannah moves into a nursing home nearby, and reveals that once she was a servant in those very rooms. The old lady draws Lisa into the art of lace making and through the cross-crossing of threads, Lisa is helped to understand her own Asperger Syndrome. But Great Aunt Hannah also has a secret and now it is up to Lisa to confront the mysterious lacemaker and put the past to rest.

After a brief introduction to the most common areas of difficulty for young people with AS, this reader-friendly booklet provides a list of practical tips to help deal with common problems. The book ends with a list of answers to frequently asked questions by young people.

This children's safety booklet is particularly aimed at the challenged child. It will educate them and make their lives safer while entertaining with art and clever wording.

This children's safety booklet is particularly aimed at the challenged child. It will educate them and make their lives safer while entertaining with art and clever wording.

Balto has a quiet life as a sled dog—until tragedy strikes. Dozens of children in Nome become sick with diphtheria. Without antitoxin serum, they will perish—and the closest supply is 650 miles away! The only way to get the serum to Nome is by sled, but can the dogs deliver it in time? Heading bravely into a brutal blizzard, Balto leads the race for life.

Matthew wasn't like anyone I'd ever met. He could be his own planet, become his own TV channel. Being with him was like sitting in a shouting whirlwind. He was a real mystery, and one I was determined to solve.

This delightfully illustrated "chapter book," geared for eight-to-twelve-year-olds, tells the charming tale of five family members and their naughty dog (each with a different sensory processing challenge) and how they get in sync after a tough day. The book is designed with the action of the story in larger print for younger readers to read or hear. Explanations of sensory processing issues are woven through the story in regular type for proficient readers to linger over at leisure. Everyone with sensory issues will find a character to identify with. Maybe your child is like Darwin with sensory overresponsivity. Or perhaps you know someone like Betsy and Filibuster, who are sensory seekers. The Goodenough's tough day starts to make sense when they realize what each needs to do to get back in sync. This wonderful book, from the best-selling author of The Out-of-Sync Child and The Out-of-Sync Child Has Fun is a must-have for every family challenged by sensory processing problems!

Narrator Julie and her sister Tara take their autistic younger brother, Ian, for a walk. Although they are disturbed by his unusual reactions to events and have ambivalent feelings toward him, they show their love by rescuing him when he wanders away.

Twelve-year-old Catherine just wants a normal life. Which is near impossible when you have a brother with autism and a family that revolves around his disability. She's spent years trying to teach David the rules-from "a peach is not a funny-looking apple" to "keep your pants on in public"-in order to stop his embarrassing behaviors. But the summer Catherine meets Jason, a paraplegic boy, and Kristi, the next-door friend she's always wished for, it's her own shocking behavior that turns everything upside down and forces her to ask: What is normal?

In My Best Friend Will, enter Willie’s world through Jamie’s eyes as it unfolds at school, at home, and at play. In the process, you will gain a rich understanding and appreciation of Willie’s many unique qualities and come to accept that these are all a part of who he is.

Presents a positive image of persons with disabilities. It shares the message that even though each of us may have something different about us, we share many commonalities. Coupled with the colorful illustrations, the book conveys the message that although painful at times, being different can also be glorious. Delightful rhyme combines with rich watercolor illustrations to take the reader on a journey of discovery. Beyond our physical limitations is a world of unique gifts for each of us to share.

The summer Hattie turns twelve, her predictable small town life is turned on end when her uncle Adam returns home for the first time in over ten years. Hattie has never met him, never known about him. He's been institutionalized; his condition involves schizophrenia and autism. Hattie, a shy girl who prefers the company of adults, takes immediately to her excitable uncle, even when the rest of the family - her parents and grandparents - have trouble dealing with his intense way of seeing the world. And Adam, too, sees that Hattie is special, and that her quiet, shy ways are not a disability.

This charming book has been available for several years, but it only now receiving the wide recognition it deserves. It is for younger children (grades 1-4), and illustrates the way one young boy, reluctantly at first, but with increased interest, becomes an important contributor to the life of a fellow student with autism.

In the winter of 1925, Nome, Alaska, was hit by an unexpected and deadly outbreak of diphtheria. Officials immediately quarantined the town, but the only cure for the community of more than 1,400 people was antitoxin serum and the nearest supply was in Anchorage—hundreds of miles of snowbound wilderness away. The only way to get it to Nome was by dogsled. Twenty teams braved subzero temperatures and blizzard conditions to run over 600 miles in six days in a desperate relay race that saved the people of Nome. Several of the dogs, including Togo and Balto, became national heroes. Today their efforts, and those of the courageous mushers, are commemorated every March by the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race. Jon Van Zyle’s stunning oil paintings capture the brutal conditions, pristine wilderness, and sheer guts and determination demonstrated by the heroic mushers and dogs.

Beautifully illustrated with brilliant vibrant three-dimensional images, PARTY TRAIN was written and illustrated especially for young children with developmental delays, particularly in the area of speech and language. Based on behavioral techniques, it was written by a parent who used the same principles to teach her child how to speak. Vividly colored three-dimensional images capture the child's attention and help to focus the child's concentration. The giraffe, dinosaur, whale and butterfly that ride on this charismatic Party Train make learning how to speak tons of fun! Each turning page encourages the child to participate in the story by using words that grow in complexity as the story unfolds. In order to turn the page, the child must repeat a particular phase that is integral to the unfolding of the plot, such as "Want car and animal!". As the story progresses, the phrases become a little bit longer and more complex. Party Train is an ideal tool for parents teaching language to children with special needs as it reinforces both expressive and receptive language.

Using vividly colored, three-dimensional images that capture children's attention and help them concentrate on the story, this book was written for young children with developmental delays, especially in speech and language. Each turning page encourages the child to participate in the story by using words that grow in complexity as the story unfolds. Written by the mother of a son with autism, the books is based on behavioral techniques.

A timeless message coming form a most unexpected source. Readers and listeners who have delighted in Diane Murrell’s earlier picture book, Tobin Learns to Make Friends, will welcome her latest book written for and addressing some of the major issues faced by all children, but particularly so by those with autism spectrum disorders. Oliver Onion is written for 4 to 10-year-olds but the colorful illustrations and heartfelt message will appeal to children and adults alike.

This colorful picture book is quite effective in teaching social skills to children with autism, Asperger's Syndrome, and other pervasive developmental disorder. Follow Tobin, a train, as he learns how to make friends with other trains and engage in proper social activities. Ages 3-8.

What do you say if you receive a gift you don't care for? How do you handle somebody who brags and shows off? What do you do at a social event where you don't know anybody? What do you do if somebody has a nose bleed? In this charmingly illustrated book, 9-year-old Haley Myles gives simple, no-nonsense suggestions and advice for how to handle these and other everyday occurrences that can be particularly challenging for children and youth with Asperger Syndrome. While the topics would be of interest to all children, the book is of particular interest to children with Asperger Syndrome ages 5 - 11.

This book tells a tale of a child and his family that shows, in a light hearted way, the trials and tribulations that a child with Developmental Co-ordination Disorder (DCD, Dyspraxia) may go through in his everyday life from the moment he gets up until he goes to bed at night. It shows the way that other children and even parents can view the child and the real impact this has on the child's view of himself. It gives the reader insight into what it is really like for the child himself. The book will be useful for parents of children with DCD and other specific learning difficulties and teachers who come into contact and want to help and support the child in the classroom and in the playground. It is not just a story but also gives the teacher constructive strategies that can be tried with the child, so it is instructive as well as informative.

This engaging colour illustrated book explores the difficulties faced by ‘frogs with a different croak'. Aimed at children with autism and related spectrum conditions, Teacher Toad's lessons pick up on social and physical difficulties and the kind of behaviours that can get young frogs into trouble. Each lesson gives practical advice on issues covering everything from hard-to-break habits to physical coordination difficulties. Without using ‘labels', Midori Ochiai writes about a range of conditions in a child-friendly, non-threatening way that encourages a positive and fun approach to understanding, accepting and accommodating difference. A detailed appendix covers the conditions from a medical perspective. Ideal for reading with children, this book will be helpful to parents and professional.

A real-life story about a young boy with a brother diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome. In story-like fashion, text tells of the brother's relationship, their trials and tribulations, and ultimately, their genuine affection for each other.

Daisy White was not crazy. Clumsy maybe, but definitely not crazy. In this exciting adventure story, Daisy, who has autism, defeats her bullies and overcomes her fears with the help of a very special rabbit, named Buster. All is going well until a terrible fate threatens Daisy's new friend Cody. Will Daisy be able to gather her courage and special talents to save him?

Expelled from mainstream education and vaguely aware she has something called ‘Asparagus’ Syndrome, 12-year-old Jessica is sent away to a residential school for young people with autism. Here, at first miserable and misunderstood, she spends the next five years trying to cope with the strict school system – fighting against misguided teacher interventions, dealing with the onset of adolescence and fitting in with the other pupils. Recalling her school years with humour and insight, Jessica takes the reader right inside what it feels like to have AS. Her account will open the eyes of readers to the difficulties, and the rewards, of this condition.

This book comes from the heart of a little girl (Sarah is eight years old) who has grown up with and who, with her parents, has been involved in helping her younger brother with autism to learn. The book is a testament to the parental support that has fostered a strong positive relationship between Sarah and her brother, with the result that even at a very young age, Sarah has become a strong advocate for Evan and other children with autism.

Nome, Alaska, sits on the edge of the Bering Sea two degrees below the Arctic Circle, and there are few more forbidding places on earth, especially in winter. Dr. Curtis Welch knew the signs of diphtheria, knew that his patients—many of them children—would die without a shipment of fresh serum. The port was icebound and the nearest railhead was almost 700 miles away across mountains, rivers, and the treacherous ice of Norton Sound. A blizzard was brewing, and airplanes, in 1925, could not fly in such conditions. Only the dogs could do it. A relay was set up, and the drivers, many of them Native Alaskans, set off into the night at 60š below zero, often trusting their lead dogs to find the trail under feet of driven snow. The legendary heroism and endurance of the men and dogs in the Serum Run need no enhancement. Here, for the first time, their story is told in full.

A wonderfully simple and insightful view into the world of a child with Asperger's Disorder. Parents and children, as well as teachers and other professionals will benefit from the practical and positive approach of this book.

This wonderfully illustrated book is written by a mother as if the child with autism is speaking. Many teachers and parents use the book to educate peers and siblings as Jonathan "describes" his challenges and feelings. Here is an example: "My name is Jonathan. I have autism (aw-tis-um). My nose looks the same as other people's and my ears and eyes do too. Except that I can see and hear a lot better than most people. My brain thinks different. Some things I do better, like reading and copying; other things I do worse, like making friends. I need help with learning to do some things. There aren't many people like me, maybe 15 in 10,000, so I am very unique. I will always need to learn how to cope in this world, which comes naturally to most other people."

Recounts the life of Balto, the sled dog who braved a snowstorm to deliver medicine to Nome, Alaska, during a 1925 diphtheria epidemic.

A non-verbal, autistic boy is given the ability to converse, in a "frozen moment," and trace ancestors through his DNA. He, incidentally, saves the earth from total destruction.

Until recently, genetic, neuroanatomical, and psychological investigations on neurodevelopmental disorders were carried out independently. Now, tremendous advances across all disciplines have brought us toward a new scientific frontier: the integration of molecular genetics with a developmental cognitive neuroscience. The goal is to understand the basic mechanisms by which genes and environmental processes contribute to the development of specific structures and regions of the brain. This handbook-style volume explores these advances from the perspective of developmental disorders in children. Research on children with known genetic disorders offers insights into the genetic mechanisms that underlie neural development and organization, as expressed in variations in cognitive profiles. The contributions provide in-depth analyses of a broad range of neurodevelopmental disorders, including those resulting from whole chromosome defects (Down and Turner syndromes), those related to defects in a single gene (fragile-X syndrome) or a small number of genes (Williams syndrome), and complex genetic disorders (dyslexia, autism). Contributors from the fields of teratology and brain injury provide additional perspectives. Contributors: Jane Adams,

Andy and His Yellow Frisbee is a heartwarming and educational children's book about a boy with autism. Like many children with autism, Andy displays a fascination for objects in motion. He spins things-coins, dinner plates, and when at school, his yellow frisbee. It's Andy's special talent, combined with a new student's curiosity about his behavior that sets this story in motion. Rosie, the watchful and protective sister supplies background information about Andy and autism, as well as a sibling's perspective.

'My Brother, Matthew' offers a sibling's point-of-view of the ups and downs of life when his brother is born with a disability. David, the older sibling, wryly shares his experiences adjusting to Matthew -- the worry, impatience, feeling left out, being talked down to by grownups -- and the positive ways in which he has built a unique relationship with his brother.

Trevor Trevor is a metaphor for children. A form of symbolic communication, the metaphor uses indirect teaching and implication to stimulate new ways of thinking. The main character, Trevor, is a child with impressive, though isolated skills. Unfortunately, it is not Trevor's strengths that his classmates notice, but rather his differences. Change comes through the efforts of a caring and sensitive teacher. Trevor Trevor is a heartwarming story designed to be read to children by adults. The unusual feature of the book is that it comes with two Trevor cut-out paper doll figures. These are intended to serve as props for adults and children to use as they review and/or act out the events of the story that make Trevor happy or sad. The ultimate goal of Trevor Trevor is to enable typical peers to become more sensitive toward their classmates with differences. The book is appropriate for early - later elementary school years.

When spots break out all over her body, Vera must stay in the sick room where it is lonely and scary and where she can't fall asleep.

Baj lives in the future on a planet called Aular and in many ways is like any other kid, but he has trouble reading body language, making eye contact, and taking turns in conversation. When Baj is given a special present -- a magical communication kit -- he begins to understand the complex rules of the social world. An invisible Calming Cape comforts his body, making it easier to keep his cool in difficult situations; a Word Launcher helps him decide the best words for the moment; and Listening Aids help him focus on the important words when people talk. But will Baj ever be able to do all these things without the help of his enchanted gadgets? To find out, join Baj on his flying bicycle as he embarks upon space age adventures in communication!

The subject of autism is introduced through the experiences of the author, who has an autistic sister.

Nine-year-old Adam dreads Sports Day – he usually comes last in the races and never gets chosen for the team events. So he is delighted when Mr Williams, the head teacher, announces that this year there will be an Alternative Sports Day with some very different challenges. There will be quizzes, riddles to solve, and a treasure hunt -- all the things that Adam enjoys. At last he'll have a chance of winning something. But as the competition runs high, how will Adam feel if his best friend Josie beats him to the Challenge Cup? And what will they do when they discover that James, the new boy in the class, is cheating? A fun and absorbing children's story, Adam's Alternative Sports Day also offers insights into how a child with Asperger Syndrome copes with the ups and downs and everyday challenges of school.

Meet Adam - a young boy with AS. Adam invites young readers to learn about AS from his perspective. In this book, Adam helps children understand the difficulties faced by a child with AS; he tells them what AS is, what it feels like to have AS and how they can help children with AS by understanding their differences and appreciating their many talents. This book is ideally suited for boys and girls between 7 and 15 years old and also serves as an excellent starting point for family and classroom discussions.

Though fourteen-year-old Alison Shandling is a brain, her twin brother, Adam, is autistic. All of her life, Alison's parents have focused on Adam and what he needs, while Alison has always felt she had to be perfect. When the rabbi's son, Harry Roth, begins taunting Alison about her brother, she does her best to stand up for herself. But when Harry is injured in a diving accident, Alison senses that he's hiding something that he wants to share with someone. And she begins to think that she's just the someone he can share it with....

A comic novel about an eleven-year-old autistic boy who struggles to cope with the absurdities of so-called "normal" life, both in the classroom and with his eccentric family.

Ryan is a nine year old active and handsome boy with a delightful personality and imagination. He also has autism and wrote and illustrated this colorful storybook. A book for the general population, using the imagination of one challenged child.