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The Awesome Autistic Go-To Guide
A Practical Handbook for Autistic Teens and Tweens
Yenn Purkis and Tanya Masterman. Foreword by Emma Goodall, illustrated by Glynn Masterman
This is a guide for young people aged 10-14 on the autism spectrum. It encourages teens and tweens to identify their strengths, suggests how they can develop their identity, and celebrates neurodiversity. It also has tips for managing tricky situations such as anxiety and meltdowns, as well as fun activities and interactive sections. Learn More2020, Paperback / softback, 8.98in x 5.98in / 228mm x 152mm, 112pp, $17.95ISBN: 97817877531672020, Ebook, PDF, $17.95ISBN: 9781787753174 -
Know Your Spectrum!
An Autism Creative Writing Workbook for Teens
Finn Monahan
This workbook uses creative writing activities and examples to encourage teenagers with autism to draw their own personal conclusions about what autism means for them. It focuses on the range of strengths and challenges they have as individuals. Learn More2019, Paperback / softback, 11.65in x 8.19in / 296mm x 208mm, 288pp, $27.95ISBN: 9781785924354 -
Safety and Consent for Kids and Teens with Autism or Special Needs
A Parents' Guide
Debra S. Jacobs
This book provides invaluable information for adults who provide care for children with special needs. The book includes teaching interventions to help children to have an increased sense of self-esteem and the skills to protect themselves. Tools are also provided to empower parents to protect their children and ensure a safe learning environment. Learn More2018, Paperback / softback, 8.46in x 5.43in / 215mm x 138mm, 192pp, $19.95ISBN: 97817859282842018, Ebook, ePUB, 208pp, $19.95ISBN: 978-1-78450-970-5 -
Girls with Autism Becoming Women
Heather Stone Wodis. Foreword by Erika Hammerschmidt.
This book investigates the experiences of seven women with autism transitioning from childhood to adulthood. It explores their common experiences and issues, and the diverse perspectives highlight how education, sexuality, career paths, and social networks impact the lives of women with autism. Learn More2018, Paperback / softback, 8.98in x 8.66in / 228mm x 220mm, 200pp, $19.95ISBN: 97817859281852018, Ebook, ePUB, 200pp, $19.95ISBN: 978-1-78450-907-1 -
I am Special
A Workbook to Help Children, Teens and Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders to Understand Their Diagnosis, Gain Confidence and Thrive
Peter Vermeulen
I am Special is a programme for helping children, teens and adults on the autism spectrum to understand themselves and their diagnosis, gain confidence and thrive. Specially-designed worksheets, included as online material, are completed to build up a unique and personal book about the individual and promote self-understanding. Learn More2018, Paperback / softback, 9.61in x 6.77in / 244mm x 172mm, 256pp, $39.95ISBN: 97817859256722013, Ebook, PDF, 248pp, $36.95ISBN: 978-0-85700-545-8 -
All About Me
A Step-by-Step Guide to Telling Children and Young People on the Autism Spectrum about Their Diagnosis
Andrew Miller
All About Me is based on a programme designed to introduce individual children to their autism diagnosis in the context of their overall personal attributes. Includes practical guidance and tools for parents and professionals on how to approach the subject of a child's autism diagnosis with downloadable templates and sample lesson plans. Learn More2018, Paperback / softback, 9.61in x 6.77in / 244mm x 172mm, 256pp, $35.00ISBN: 97817859212922018, Ebook, ePUB, 256pp, $35.00ISBN: 978-1-78450-393-2 -
A Guide to Mental Health Issues in Girls and Young Women on the Autism Spectrum
Diagnosis, Intervention and Family Support
Dr Judy Eaton
Girls with autism require tailored support for dealing with mental health issues. This book offers interventions specifically for supporting girls with their mental health, by looking at looking at how girls are assessed and diagnosed for autism, and explaining which mental health conditions girls with autism most frequently experience. Learn More2017, Paperback / softback, 8.90in x 5.91in / 226mm x 150mm, 240pp, $24.95ISBN: 97817859209292017, Ebook, ePUB, 240pp, $24.95ISBN: 978-1-78450-355-0 -
The Asperger Teen's Toolkit
Francis Musgrave
With minimal text and fun, comic book style graphics, this is a treasure trove of information for young people with Asperger Syndrome and their carers. Exploring the science of how the human mind works, it gives handy tips on how to cope with all elements of the adult world, including responsibilities, health, sex and relationships. Learn More2017, Paperback / softback, 8.98in x 5.98in / 228mm x 152mm, 136pp, $19.95ISBN: 97817859216122017, Ebook, ePUB, 136pp, $19.95ISBN: 978-1-78450-438-0 -
Successful Social Stories™ for School and College Students with Autism
Growing Up with Social Stories™
Dr Siobhan Timmins. Foreword by Carol Gray
This Social Stories™ writing guide offers a detailed, clear and engaging demonstration of the wider value of specialised storytelling for young people growing up with autism. Fully illustrated and contextualised with helpful introductions and examples, it is an invaluable guide for helping children with autism progress towards an easier adult life. Learn More2017, Paperback / softback, 8.98in x 5.91in / 228mm x 150mm, 336pp, $24.95ISBN: 97817859213772017, Ebook, ePUB, 336pp, $24.95ISBN: 978-1-78450-404-5 -
Beating Anxiety
What Young People on the Autism Spectrum Need to Know
Davida Hartman, illustrated by Kate Brangan
With beautiful illustrations, this practical guide clearly explains why young people on the spectrum feel anxious, before giving real-world advice on how to deal with and beat anxiety. It offers numerous strategies for overcoming anxiety and comes in a style designed specifically for young people with ASD. Learn More2017, 112pp