Autism and Aspergers Books
Raising Martians - From Crash-Landing to Leaving Home: How to Help a Child with Asperger Syndrome or High-Functioning Autism
Having a child with Asperger's Syndrome can feel a bit like raising a Martian. They look the same as all the other children, but somehow, they are just...different. You don't speak the same language,... (more)
Autism All-Stars: How We Use Our Autism and Asperger Traits to Shine in Life
Looking at the positive influences, great talents and unique thought processes of individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders, this book is a celebration of those who have used their autism to shine... (more)
Everyday Activities to Help Your Young Child with Autism Live Life to the Full: Simple Exercises to Boost Functional Skills, Sensory Processing, Coordination and Self-Care
Does your child struggle with brushing their teeth? Is it difficult to get them dressed and undressed each day? Do they struggle to understand their body's relationship to the world? This book is... (more)
The Partner's Guide to Asperger Syndrome
Adults with Asperger Syndrome (AS) often have difficulties acquiring relationship skills due to the defining characteristics of the syndrome, experiences with peers during childhood and adolescence,... (more)
Making Inclusion Work for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders: An Evidence-Based Guide
An indispensable resource for educators and autism specialists, this highly practical book shows how to include students with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) in general education settings. Presented... (more)
Play-Based Interventions for Children and Adolescents With Autism Spectrum Disorders
Play-Based Interventions for Children and Adolescents With Autism Spectrum Disorders explores the most recognized, researched, and practical methods for using play therapy with the increasing number... (more)
A Step-by-step Curriculum for Early Learners with an Autism Spectrum Disorders
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is recognized as one of the most effective ways to teach children with autism and studies have shown that the earlier the interventions take place the more likely they... (more)
Strategies for Building Successful Relationships with People on the Autism Spectrum: Let's Relate!
Containing life-changing strategies and solutions, this book will enable everyone who knows, lives with or works with an individual with autism to achieve a positive relationship that fosters... (more)
Islands of Genius: The Bountiful Mind of the Autistic Acquired and Sudden Savant
Savant syndrome is a rare condition in which individuals with developmental disorders have one or more areas of expertise, ability, or brilliance - 'islands of genius' - that exist in contrast with... (more)
Developmental Speech-language Training Through Music for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders: Theoretical Orientation and Clinical Application
Speech and language impairments are one of the most challenging features of Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). Children with ASD are also known to be particularly responsive to music. This book makes a... (more)
A Beginner's Guide to Autism Spectrum Disorders: Essential Information for Parents and Professionals
What is Autism Spectrum Disorder? What does a diagnosis of ASD mean for the child and for you? How can you learn to fully understand behaviours common to ASD and help the child grow and... (more)
Social Communication Cues for Young Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders and Related Conditions: How to Give Great Greetings, Pay Cool Compliments and Have Fun with Friends
Children need effective communication skills as a foundation for successful participation in activities at home, school and in the community. Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders are often unable... (more)
Safety Skills for Asperger Women: How to Save a Perfectly Good Female Life
Life with Asperger Syndrome can be a challenge at the best of times, and trials and tribulations that neurotypicals take in their stride can leave Aspies perplexed and unsure of how to solve problems... (more)
Social Skills Training for Children with Asperger Syndrome and High-Functioning Autism
This practical, research-based guide provides a wealth of tools and strategies for implementing social skills training in school or clinical settings. Numerous case examples illustrate common social... (more)
The Child with Autism at Home and in the Community: Over 600 Must-Have Tips for Making Home Life and Outings Easier for Everyone!
In this amazingly helpful guide for family members, friends, and professionals, author and mom Kathy Labosh and special-educator LaNita Miller take on the issues and obstacles that parents and... (more)
Living Well on the Spectrum: How to Use Your Strengths to Meet the Challenges of Asperger Syndrome/High-Functioning Autism
Being different is old news for adults with Asperger syndrome and high-functioning autism (AS/HFA), whether they were diagnosed as children or only recently. Meeting a huge demand and providing... (more)
Growing Up with Autism: Working with School-Age Children and Adolescents
Individuals with autism and their caregivers face unique challenges in later childhood and adolescence. This volume translates research on the needs of this population into practical recommendations... (more)
Seven Keys to Unlock the World of Autism: Making Miracles in the Classroom
This groundbreaking book outlines seven integrated keys that show how to best access and make meaningful connections with children on the autism spectrum. The book is based on the unique approach... (more)
Asperger Syndrome - What Teachers Need to Know: Second Edition
As awareness and diagnosis of Asperger Syndrome (AS) increases across the globe, it is essential that every teacher in every classroom has a familiarity with the condition and an understanding of how... (more)
Business for Aspies: 42 Best Practices for Using Asperger Syndrome Traits at Work Successfully
Most workplaces are as a frenzied swirl of social interaction - between employees and bosses, customers and clients, and anyone else present. People with a mental framework better suited to... (more)
Understanding Fragile X Syndrome: A Guide for Families and Professionals
Fragile X syndrome is one of the main causes of child developmental delay and autism spectrum disorders. A premutated form of the same gene is also the basis for neurological disabilities in adults.... (more)
Social Skills, Emotional Growth and Drama Therapy: Inspiring Connection on the Autism Spectrum
This title explains and illustrates a clinically-proven approach to social and emotional development which is rooted in the concepts and practices of drama therapy. It presents an engaging and... (more)
The Social and Life Skills Menu: A Skill Building Workbook for Adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorders
During adolescence social development and social status among peers is of crucial importance. For teenagers with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) social interaction does not come naturally and often... (more)
Making Sense of Social Situations: How to Run a Group-Based Intervention Program for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders
Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) often demonstrate significant deficiencies in social interaction and social communication skills, so it is critical to understand and develop... (more)
Key Learning Skills for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders: A Blueprint for Life
Finding a way of simultaneously addressing the sensory, motor, emotional, communicative, cognitive and social needs of children on the autism spectrum can be a real challenge, and choosing from the... (more)
How Everyone on the Autism Spectrum, Young and Old, Can... Become Resilient, be More Optimistic, Enjoy Humor, be Kind, and Increase Self-Efficacy: A Positive Psychology Approach
Encouraging people on the autism spectrum to foster positive emotions and character traits can dramatically improve their lives in every way, and help to strengthen their ability to cope with... (more)
Embracing Aspergers: A Primer for Parents and Professionals
Parents and teachers of children with Asperger's know only too well the feeling that they are not quite reaching the child, not quite hearing or getting it, not communicating just right, or at all.... (more)
Aspies on Mental Health: Speaking for Ourselves
Individuals with Asperger Syndrome (AS) can be particularly at risk of developing mental health problems such as anxiety and depression. In this book, adults with Asperger Syndrome talk about their... (more)
60 Social Situations and Discussion Starters to Help Teens on the Autism Spectrum Deal with Friendships, Feelings, Conflict and More: Seeing the Big Picture
Teenagers and older children on the autistic spectrum are, like the rest of us, surrounded by complex social codes and rules that govern everyday interaction. Interpreting these and reading social... (more)