Other neurodiverse conditions
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NLD from the Inside Out
Talking to Parents, Teachers, and Teens about Growing Up with Nonverbal Learning Disabilities - Third Edition
Michael Brian Murphy
Offering invaluable advice for teenagers and young adults with Nonverbal Learning Disabilities (NLD), this book explains what NLD is, how to understand your NLD brain, and how to thrive socially and academically. The book also includes guidance for parents, teachers and therapists on the issues that people with NLD want them to know. Learn More2016, Paperback / softback, 8.94in x 6.14in / 227mm x 156mm, 224pp, $21.95ISBN: 978-1-84905-714-12016, Ebook, ePUB, 224pp, $21.95ISBN: 978-1-78450-213-3 -
Selective Mutism In Our Own Words
Experiences in Childhood and Adulthood
Carl Sutton and Cheryl Forrester. Foreword by Donna Williams
For the first time, people with Selective Mutism (SM) share their personal experiences of the condition, shedding light on how it affects everyday life and activities at home, school and in relationships. Young people and adults describe how they cope with SM and its associated difficulties, providing insights into this misunderstood condition. Learn More2015, Paperback / softback, 8.43in x 5.43in / 214mm x 138mm, 272pp, $24.95ISBN: 978-1-84905-636-62015, Ebook, ePUB, 272pp, $24.95ISBN: 978-1-78450-114-3 -
Specific Learning Difficulties - What Teachers Need to Know
Diana Hudson, illustrated by Jon English
Learn how to support students with Specific Learning Difficulties (SpLD) with this informative guide. Covering common SpLDs, including dyslexia, dyspraxia, dyscalculia, Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD and OCD, this book offers practical tips for adapting lessons to suit the needs of the individual student and making your classroom inclusive. Learn More2015, Paperback / softback, 8.50in x 5.55in / 216mm x 141mm, 248pp, $19.95ISBN: 978-1-84905-590-12015, Ebook, ePUB, 248pp, $19.95ISBN: 978-1-78450-046-7 -
Can I tell you about Sensory Processing Difficulties?
A guide for friends, family and professionals
Sue Allen, illustrated by Mike Medaglia
Harry explains what happens when the sensory information that we all process throughout the day does not transmit smoothly and leads to challenges in learning, movement or behaviour. He talks about how he can be helped at home and at school and the different types of sensory processing challenges that other children can face. Learn More2015, Paperback / softback, 8.90in x 5.91in / 226mm x 150mm, 56pp, $14.95ISBN: 978-1-84905-640-32015, Ebook, ePUB, $14.95ISBN: 978-1-78450-137-2 -
The Dyspraxic Learner
Strategies for Success
Alison Patrick
This book offers key strategies for teaching dyspraxic learners in secondary and tertiary education. With practical teaching resources, covering key areas such as literacy, numeracy, memory and study skills, this book shows teachers how best to approach the physical and psychological needs of students with dyspraxia. Learn More2015, Paperback / softback, 8.98in x 5.91in / 228mm x 150mm, 192pp, $27.95ISBN: 978-1-84905-594-92015, Ebook, ePUB, 192pp, $27.95ISBN: 978-1-78450-049-8 -
Can I tell you about Dyspraxia?
A guide for friends, family and professionals
Maureen Boon, illustrated by Imogen Hallam
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. Learn More2014, Paperback / softback, 8.98in x 5.91in / 228mm x 150mm, 56pp, $14.95ISBN: 978-1-84905-447-82014, Ebook, ePUB, 56pp, $14.95ISBN: 978-0-85700-824-4 -
Can I tell you about Tourette Syndrome?
A guide for friends, family and professionals
Mal Leicester, illustrated by Apsley
Max invites readers to learn about Tourette's syndrome from his perspective, helping them to understand what tics and triggers are and what it feels like to have TS. He explains how people around him can help him to feel happy and accepted. This illustrated book will be an excellent starting point for family and classroom discussions. Learn More2013, Paperback / softback, 8.98in x 6.14in / 228mm x 156mm, 56pp, $13.95ISBN: 978-1-84905-407-22013, Ebook, ePUB, 56pp, $13.95ISBN: 978-0-85700-806-0 -
Can I tell you about Selective Mutism?
A guide for friends, family and professionals
Maggie Johnson and Alison Wintgens, illustrated by Robyn Gallow
Hannah invites readers to learn about selective mutism from her perspective, helping them to understand what it is and what it feels like to have SM. This illustrated book is packed with accessible information that will be an ideal introduction for family, friends and teachers, clearly showing them how they can support a child with the condition. Learn More2012, Paperback / softback, 8.94in x 6.18in / 227mm x 157mm, 56pp, $13.95ISBN: 978-1-84905-289-42012, Ebook, ePUB, 56pp, $13.95ISBN: 978-0-85700-611-0 -
Developmental Assessment of the School-Aged Child with Developmental Disabilities
A Clinician's Guide
M.S. Thambirajah
This book provides full guidance on common developmental disorders and their assessment, focusing on mild to moderate disabilities in the school-aged child. Each chapter includes an account of normal development, including developmental milestones, an overview of the disorder, and its clinical assessment. Learn More2011, Paperback / softback, 8.98in x 6.14in / 228mm x 156mm, 336pp, $65.00ISBN: 978-1-84905-181-12011, Ebook, ePUB, 336pp, $65.00ISBN: 978-0-85700-325-6 -
Making Sense of Children's Thinking and Behavior
A Step-by-Step Tool for Understanding Children with NLD, Asperger's, HFA, PDD-NOS, and other Neurological Differences
Leslie Holzhauser-Peters and Leslie True
This book offers a tool for understanding children with neurological differences. Often, the child's actions are misunderstood and, consequently, they are unfairly punished. The authors' Systematic Tool for Analyzing Thinking (STAT) provides a step-by-step method for understanding a child's behavior by revealing the thought processes behind it. Learn More2008, Paperback / softback, 9.57in x 6.73in / 243mm x 171mm, 192pp, $23.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-888-72008, Ebook, ePUB, 192pp, $23.95ISBN: 978-1-84642-816-6