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Read on to learn about some books that offer essential reading for families who have children on the autism spectrum.
Workbooks and Manuals
Autism Workbooks and Manuals |
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It's an Autism Thing - I'll help you understand. STASS Publications It is a written from Emma’s perspective. Both Emma and her children are on the autism spectrum. Relevant topics are explored through sections: 'My Experiences', 'Information' and 'Advice'. The book offers insights into some of the potential trials and challenges of daily life for an autistic person and everyday strategies and support that can all the difference. |
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My Autism Book: A Child's Guide to their Autism Glòria Durà-Vilà and Tamar Levi A picture book that helps parents to explain an autism diagnosis to their child in a sensitive, positive and accurate way. Jessica Kingsley Publishers |
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Simple Stuff to Help Children Regulate Their Emotions and Senses Lauren Brukner (author) Packed with simple ideas to regulate the emotions and senses, this book will help children tackle difficult feelings head-on and feel awesome and in control! https://www.jkp.com/uk/the-kids-guide-to-staying-awesome-and-in-control-2.html |
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Why Do I Have To? : A Book for Children Who Find Themselves Frustrated by Everyday Rules If you want a child with Asperger’s syndrome to comply with a social or family rule, it is very important to explain the logical reason to comply. Laurie’s book provides the logic for compliance that will be invaluable for parents and teachers. I know this book will become regular bed time reading and be used many times at home and at school.' - Professor Tony Attwood https://www.amazon.ae/Why-Do-Have-Themselves-Frustrated/dp/1843108917 |
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The Incredible 5-Point Scale: The Significantly Improved and Expanded Second Edition by Kari Dunn Buron and Mitzi Curtis If you want to teach a child social and interpersonal abilities and emotional self-control, this book will become your primary resource in the classroom and at home. The strategies are simple, clear, flexible, and fun, and are based on the authors' increasing practical experience. I particularly appreciated how the activities can be personalized include graphics and humour, and combine social and emotional themes |
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When My Worries Get Too Big! : A Relaxation Book for Children Who Live with Anxiety Paperback – 30 Jul 2013 by Kari Dunn Buron Worry and anxiety are on an upswing. In fact, anxiety is the most frequent of all mental disorders in children. High levels of stress and big emotions related to social situations, sensory issues, or general frustration are common in children who live with anxiety. Such stress can lead to a loss of control, resulting in aggressive behaviour, such as screaming, throwing things or even hurting someone. https://www.amazon.co.uk/When-Worries-Get-Too-Big/dp/1937473805 |
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The ASD Workbook: Understanding Your Autism |
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The Asperger Children's Toolkit Paperback – 15 Apr 2012 by Francis Musgrave Growing up with Asperger Syndrome (AS) can throw up all sorts of challenges, but never fear, The Brain Guru, The Sensory Detective and The Social Scientist are here to help! https://www.amazon.co.uk/Asperger-Childrens-Toolkit-Francis-Musgrave/dp/184905293X |
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Survival Guide for Kids with Autism This positive, straightforward book offers kids with autism spectrum disorders (Autism) their own comprehensive resource for both understanding their condition and finding tools to cope with the challenges they face every day https://www.amazon.co.uk/Survival-Guide-Autism-Spectrum-Disorders/dp/1575423855 |
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Learning about friendships by Ki Al-ghani https://www.amazon.co.uk/Learning-About-Friendship-Training-Functioning/dp/1849051453 |
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The Asperkid's (Secret) Book of Social Rules: The Handbook of Not-So-Obvious Social Guidelines for Tweens and Teens with Asperger Syndrome. The Asperkid's (Secret) Book of Social Rules offers 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, this book provides inside information on over thirty social rules helping Asperkids to navigate the mysterious world around them. |
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Think Good, Feel Good: A Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Workbook for Children and Young People- Paul Stallard |
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Thinking Good, Feeling Better: A Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Workbook for Adolescents and Young Adults by Paul Stallard |
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Sexuality and Relationship Education for Children and Adolescents with Autism Davida Hartman, illustrated by Kate Brangan A Professional's Guide to Understanding, Preventing Issues, Supporting Sexuality and Responding to Inappropriate Behaviours Children and adolescents with Autism require specialised teaching strategies when learning about the body, sexuality, and relationships. |
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A GUIDE FOR PARENTS AND CARERS OF CHILDREN WITH AUTISM |
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My family is different A workbook for children with a brother or sister with autism Author: Carolyn Brock |
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Sensory Strategies: Practical ways to help children and young people with autism learn and achieve. Author: Corinna Laurie |
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The Growing Up Book for Boys: What Boys with Autism Need to Know! |
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Can I Tell You About Asperger Syndrome?: A Guide for Friends and Family Paperback – 15 Sep 2003 by Jude Welton Meet Adam - a young boy with Autism. Adam invites young readers to learn about Autism from his perspective. He helps children understand the difficulties faced by a child with Autism - he tells them what Autism is, what it feels like to have Autism and how they can help children with Autism by understanding their differences and appreciating their many talents. |
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Can I Tell You about Autism?: A Guide for Friends, Family and Professionals Paperback – 21 Apr 2014 by Jude Welton (Author) Meet Tom - a young boy with autism. Tom invites readers to learn about autism from his perspective, helping them to understand what it is and explaining the challenges he faces with issues such as social communication, sensory overload and changes in his routine. |
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Can I tell you about Sensory Processing Difficulties? Paperback – 21 Oct 2014 by Sue Allen Meet Harry - a young boy with sensory processing difficulties. Harry invites readers to learn about why he finds it hard to process sensory information effectively, and how even simple thing such as washing, dressing and coping with meal times can be challenging for him. |
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Can I tell you about Anxiety?: A guide for friends, family and professionals Paperback – 21 Aug 2014 by Lucy Willetts Meet Megan - a young girl who has an anxiety disorder. Megan invites readers to learn about anxiety from her perspective, helping them to understand why she sometimes feels anxious and how this affects her thoughts, feelings and behaviours. |
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Autism: understanding behaviour Author: Caroline Hattersley If your child has autism, you may at times find their behaviour puzzling or challenging. We also discuss a number of practical strategies that you can use in day-to-day situations – or at times of heightened stress and anxiety – to help your child manage their behaviour. |
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Blue Bottle Mystery: An Asperger Adventure (Asperger Adventures) by Kathy Hoopmann 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. |
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Haze Paperback – by Kathy Hoopmann Seb is a loner. Brilliant with numbers but hopeless with people, he prefers the company of computers and his only friend, Guzzle. Things change for the better when he makes friends with Kristie, Madeline and Jen, and a new computer teacher - Miss Adonia - arrives. However, Seb is soon caught up in a web of computer fraud and lies and turns to Madeline's mysterious cyber friend for help……. |
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Asperger Syndrome, the Universe and Everything: Kenneth's Book Paperback – 15 Dec 2000 by Kenneth Hall Kenneth Hall was diagnosed with Asperger Syndrome at the age of eight. His early school years had been difficult, as although he is bright and articulate, his behaviour could be challenging and easily misread. After his diagnosis, the Local Education Board intervened and provided him with a laptop computer, to encourage him to express himself. This book is the result. |
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I'm a teenager... get me out of here! Author: Carolyn Brock The author hopes that this book written especially for teenage siblings of people with autism will help them to realise that they are not alone and to be honest about their feelings, to understand their siblings better and to know where to look for further help. |
ASD - Women and Girls
ASD Women and Girls |
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Film clips and ITV Documentary, book, ‘M is for Autism’ and ‘M in the Middle’
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Girls and Autism: Editors- Barry Carpenter, Francesca Happe, Jo Egerton. As current research reveals a much more balanced male-to-female ratio in autism, this book provides crucial insight into autistic girls’ experiences, helping professionals to recognize, understand, support and teach them effectively. |
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Girls and Autism: Flying Under the Radar www.nasen.org.uk/resources/resources.girls-and-autism-flying-under-the-radar.html |
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The Girl with the Curly Hair books: ‘Asperger’s Syndrome in 13-16year olds’; ‘Asperger’s Syndrome and Anxiety’ Lots of resources and information, some of which is also applicable to boys. |
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Women and girls with autistic spectrum disorders: Understanding life and experiences from early childhood to old age. By Sarah Hendrickx https://www.jkp.com/uk/women-and-girls-with-autism-spectrum-disorder-2.html |
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Aspergirls: Empowering Females with Asperger Syndrome Paperback – 15 Jun 2010 by Rudy Simone (Author), Liane Holliday Willey (Foreword) This is a must-have handbook written by an Aspergirl for Aspergirls, young and old. Rudy Simone guides you through every aspect of both personal and professional life, from early recollections of blame, guilt, and savant skills, to friendships, romance and marriage. https://www.amazon.com/Aspergirls-Empowering-Females-Asperger-Syndrome-ebook/dp/B00GDJQNO4 |
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The Aspie Girl's Guide to Being Safe with Men The Unwritten Safety Rules No-one is Telling You by Debi Brown Aspie girls and women are incredibly vulnerable to having bad sexual experiences with men, whether or not they are interested in pursuing dating and sexual relationships. This must-read book spells out the unwritten safety rules around dating, relationships and sex, informing and empowering them to live full and independent lives while staying safe |
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The Asperkid's (Secret) Book of Social Rules: The Handbook of Not-So-Obvious Social Guidelines for Tweens and Teens with Asperger Syndrome. The Asperkid's (Secret) Book of Social Rules offers 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, this book provides inside information on over thirty social rules helping Asperkids to navigate the mysterious world around them. |
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Revealing the Hidden Social Code, Marie Howley and Eileen Arnold https://www.jkp.com/uk/revealing-the-hidden-social-code-2.html |
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The Growing-Up Guide for Girls by Davida Hartman |
