Books For Kids

  • Karl Taro Greenfeld, Boy Alone

Karl Taro Greenfeld always knew that his little brother, Noah, was not like other children. He indexcouldn’t converse, use the toilet, or tie his shoes, and he often had violent outbursts. Even after Noah was diagnosed as autistic, his family struggled to find solutions.

Now, acclaimed journalist Karl Taro Greenfeld speaks out with brutal honesty about growing up in the shadow of his autistic brother, revealing the complex mix of rage, confusion, and love that defined his childhood.

Greenfeld weaves together the social history of autism and autism research with the moving story of two very ­different boys growing up side by side. Haunting, tragic, and unforgettable, his compelling story gets to the heart of what it means to be a family, a brother, and a person.

http://www.amazon.com/Boy-Alone-LP-Brothers-Memoir/dp/B005Q5XHB8


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  • Elizabeth Verdick, The survival Guide for Kids with Autism spectrum disorder

This positive, straightforward book offers kids with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) their own comprehensive resource for both understanding their condition and finding tools to cope with the challenges they face every day. Some children with ASDs are gifted; others struggle academically. Some are more introverted, while others try to be social. Some get “stuck” on things, have limited interests, or experience repeated motor movements like flapping or pacing (“stims”). The Survival jGuide for Kids with Autism Spectrum Disorders covers all of these areas, with an emphasis on helping children gain new self-understanding and self-acceptance. Meant to be read with a parent, the book addresses questions (“What’s an ASD?” “Why me?”) and provides strategies for communicating, making and keeping friends, and succeeding in school. Body and brain basics highlight symptom management, exercise, diet, hygiene, relaxation, sleep, and toileting. Emphasis is placed on helping kids handle intense emotions and behaviors and get support from family and their team of helpers when needed. The book includes stories from real kids, fact boxes, helpful checklists, resources, and a glossary. Sections for parents offer more detailed information

http://www.amazon.com/Survival-Autism-Spectrum-Disorders-Parents/dp/1575423855


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  •  Peter H. Reynolds, I’m Here

I’m here.
And you’re there. 61toig0jYqL
And that’s okay.
But…
maybe there will be a gentle wind that pulls us together.
And then I’ll be here and you’ll be here, too.

Pure, powerful and deceptively simple, bestselling author and illustrator Peter H. Reynolds reminds us that children—and the friendships they make—can take flight in unexpected ways.

http://www.amazon.com/Im-Here-Peter-H-Reynolds/dp/1416996494


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  •  Lulu Delacre, Jay and Ben

kJay can make his own breakfast, dress himself, and play by himself, but sometimes he feels sad and wishes for a friend. When a magical horse appears and befriends Jay, his wish comes true. Clear visual representation of the text through panels of sequential illustrations and picture symbols (based on the commonly-used Boardmaker® Picture Communication Symbols) enable students to gain understanding of the story s plot and recognize printed words. Children with learning differences and disabilities exhibit a broad range of behaviors and abilities, and they require individualized instruction. Jay and Ben can be used in a variety of ways to promote each child s educational progress and growth, and to support children with a wide array of abilities.

http://www.amazon.com/Jay-Ben-Katharine-Swanson/dp/1600604609


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  •  Jennifer Elder, Different Like me: My book of Autism heroes

Different Like Me introduces children aged 8 to 12 years to famous, inspirational figures from the world of science, art, math, literature, philosophy and comedy.
Eight-year-old Quinn, a young boy with Asperger’s Syndrome, tells young readers about the achievements and characteristics of his autism heroes, from Albert Einstein, Dian Fossey and Wassily Kandinsky to Lewis Carroll, Benjamin Banneker and Julia Bowman Robinson, among others. All excel in different fields, but are united by the fact that they often found it difficult to fit in-just like Quinn. h

http://www.amazon.com/Different-Like-Me-Autism-Heroes/dp/1843108151

 


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