Activities and play
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The Asperkid's Game Plan
Extraordinary Minds, Purposeful Play... Ordinary Stuff
Jennifer Cook O'Toole
The Asperkid's Game Plan teaches how to use purposeful structured play to engage the bright minds of Asperkids, building on strengths that they already have and developing core skills that they often struggle with, such as fine motor and social skills. Full of practical and fun learning games that can be used in the home or classroom. Learn More2014, Hardback, 8.62in x 8.39in / 219mm x 213mm, 248pp, $26.95ISBN: 978-1-84905-959-62014, Ebook, ePUB, 248pp, $26.95ISBN: 978-0-85700-779-7 -
My Autism Book
A Child's Guide to their Autism Spectrum Diagnosis
Glòria Durà-Vilà and Tamar Levi
When a child is diagnosed with an Autism Spectrum Disorder, parents often feel overwhelmed and uncertain about how to communicate the diagnosis to their child. This beautifully illustrated picture book helps parents to explain autism to their child in a sensitive, positive and accurate way using clear language that speaks directly to the child. Learn More2013, Hardback, 8.50in x 8.50in / 216mm x 216mm, 48pp, $16.95ISBN: 978-1-84905-438-62013, Ebook, PDF, 48pp, $16.95ISBN: 978-0-85700-868-8 -
The Asperkid's Launch Pad
Home Design to Empower Everyday Superheroes
Jennifer Cook O'Toole
This unique visually-led guide helps parents to prepare a home environment that supports the development of children with Asperger syndrome. Jennifer O'Toole gives readers a walk-through tour of the home, showing, room by room, how physical surroundings affect Asperkids and highlighting the learning opportunities in every space and object. Learn More2013, Hardback, 8.74in x 8.39in / 222mm x 213mm, 168pp, $19.95ISBN: 978-1-84905-931-22013, Ebook, ePUB, 168pp, $19.95ISBN: 978-0-85700-727-8 -
Autism, Play and Social Interaction
Lone Gammeltoft and Marianne Sollok Nordenhof
This is a fully illustrated guide explaining how to help children with autism spectrum disorders engage in interactive play, which is vital for the acquisition of social skills. The authors explain how to set up play environments, games schedules and play routines, and how to use visual aids and other props to facilitate co-operative play. Learn More2007, Hardback, 10.00in x 7.17in / 254mm x 182mm, 64pp, $20.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-520-62007, Ebook, ePUB, 64pp, $20.95ISBN: 978-1-84642-595-0