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This is Asperger Syndrome

Gagnon, Elisa.


Introduces children to the world of their peers who display the confusing behaviors of Asperger Syndrome.
Date Published:1999

Social sequences : at school /



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Flipp the Switch: Strengthen Executive Function Skills

Wilkins, Sheri


"FLIPP the Switch: Powerful Strategies to Strengthen Executive Function Skills is a practical book written for parents and educators by parents and educators. The target audience is anyone who works with young people aged 3-22 who are disorganized, inflexible, impulsive, and who struggle with planning or problem solving. Readers will learn about executive function (EF) and how EF skills contribute to success in school, at home, and in work environments. Most importantly, readers will receive specific instructions, templates, and how-to scenarios for 25 strategies, five strategies for each of the five FLIPP components - flexibility, leveled emotionality, impulse control, planning, and problem solving. This book is indispensable for anyone who wants to minimize conflict, maximize on-task behavior, and support positive social-emotional development in a child or student with challenging behavior." -- Amazon.
Date Published:2015

"FLIPP the Switch: Powerful Strategies to Strengthen Executive Function Skills is a practical book written for parents and educators by parents and educators. The target audience is anyone who works with young people aged 3-22 who are disorganized, inflexible, impulsive, and who struggle with planning or problem solving. Readers will learn about executive function (EF) and how EF skills contribute to success in school, at home, and in work environments. Most importantly, readers will receive specific instructions, templates, and how-to scenarios for 25 strategies, five strategies for each of the five FLIPP components - flexibility, leveled emotionality, impulse control, planning, and problem solving. This book is indispensable for anyone who wants to minimize conflict, maximize on-task behavior, and support positive social-emotional development in a child or student with challenging behavior." -- Amazon.

Date Published:2015

The science of making friends : helping socially challenged teens and young adults /

Laugeson, Elizabeth A.,


Some online versions lack accompanying media packaged with the printed version. Why teach social skills to teens and young adults? -- Finding and choosing good friends -- Good conversations: the basics -- Starting and entering conversations -- Exiting conversations -- Managing electronic communication -- Showing good sportsmanship -- Enjoying successful get-togethers -- Dealing with arguments -- Handling verbal teasing -- Addressing cyber bullying -- Minimizing rumors and gossip -- Avoiding physical bullying -- Changing a bad reputation. "The groundbreaking book that puts the focus on teens and young adults with autism. While a number of programs help young children with autism to develop social skills, until now there have been no such approaches for older kids and adults on the spectrum. This book is based on UCLA's acclaimed PEERS program, the only research-based approach in the world to helping adolescents and young adults with autism make and keep friends. This step-by-step guide helps parents, educators, and others to provide "social coaching" to teens and young adults on the spectrum. The book includes concrete rules and steps of social etiquette identified through research. Parents can use the book to assist in improving conversational skills, expanding social opportunities (including dating), identifying strategies for handling peer rejection, and developing and enhancing friendships. Lessons are taught using didactic teaching narratives, followed by key rules and steps. Laugeson and this groundbreaking approach have been profiled in People magazine. DVD videos included demonstrate the book's lessons clearly and show how to present the material to teens and young adults Offers a treasure trove of behavior exercises for practicing each skill, ranging from joining conversations to handling bullying The book features a bonus DVD with video demonstrations of the skills taught and a mobile application that helps teens and young adults use the strategies in real-world situations"--
Date Published:2013

Some online versions lack accompanying media packaged with the printed version. Why teach social skills to teens and young adults? -- Finding and choosing good friends -- Good conversations: the basics -- Starting and entering conversations -- Exiting conversations -- Managing electronic communication -- Showing good sportsmanship -- Enjoying successful get-togethers -- Dealing with arguments -- Handling verbal teasing -- Addressing cyber bullying -- Minimizing rumors and gossip -- Avoiding physical bullying -- Changing a bad reputation. "The groundbreaking book that puts the focus on teens and young adults with autism. While a number of programs help young children with autism to develop social skills, until now there have been no such approaches for older kids and adults on the spectrum. This book is based on UCLA's acclaimed PEERS program, the only research-based approach in the world to helping adolescents and young adults with autism make and keep friends. This step-by-step guide helps parents, educators, and others to provide "social coaching" to teens and young adults on the spectrum. The book includes concrete rules and steps of social etiquette identified through research. Parents can use the book to assist in improving conversational skills, expanding social opportunities (including dating), identifying strategies for handling peer rejection, and developing and enhancing friendships. Lessons are taught using didactic teaching narratives, followed by key rules and steps. Laugeson and this groundbreaking approach have been profiled in People magazine. DVD videos included demonstrate the book's lessons clearly and show how to present the material to teens and young adults Offers a treasure trove of behavior exercises for practicing each skill, ranging from joining conversations to handling bullying The book features a bonus DVD with video demonstrations of the skills taught and a mobile application that helps teens and young adults use the strategies in real-world situations"--

Date Published:2013

HELP activity guide : Hawaii early learning profile /


"The Activity guide is divided into the same six developmental areas (sections) as the HELP charts. The guide provides activities to help teach the skills recorded on the Charts or Checklist. These activities are the result of many helpful suggestions from books and other guides (See bibliography), and from programs on enrichment for normal as well as infants and children with disabilities. Most importantly, many activities stem from the ideas and suggestions of staff and parents as they planned and worked together to assist the child in his development." -- Introduction.
Date Published:2005

"The Activity guide is divided into the same six developmental areas (sections) as the HELP charts. The guide provides activities to help teach the skills recorded on the Charts or Checklist. These activities are the result of many helpful suggestions from books and other guides (See bibliography), and from programs on enrichment for normal as well as infants and children with disabilities. Most importantly, many activities stem from the ideas and suggestions of staff and parents as they planned and worked together to assist the child in his development." -- Introduction.

Date Published:2005

Behavioral intervention for young children with autism : a manual for parents and professionals /


"The manual gives the reader concrete information on how to evaluate treatment options and differentiate scientifically validated interventions from fads and miracle cures; assess children s skills, needs, and progress objectively and systematically; teach children a wide variety of important skills, ranging from basics such as listening and looking, to complex language and social skills; and determine who is competent to deliver and supervise behavioral intervention" -- Amazon.com.
Date Published:1996

"The manual gives the reader concrete information on how to evaluate treatment options and differentiate scientifically validated interventions from fads and miracle cures; assess children s skills, needs, and progress objectively and systematically; teach children a wide variety of important skills, ranging from basics such as listening and looking, to complex language and social skills; and determine who is competent to deliver and supervise behavioral intervention" -- Amazon.com.

Date Published:1996

Superflex takes on Brain Eater and the team of unthinkables

Madrigal, Stephanie.


"Helps to teach elementary school students about how they can use strategies to conquer their own not quite so flexible "Team of thinkables" . Through this humorous and delightful comic book, students are encouraged to think about thinking and what they can do to self-regulate some of their own wayward thoughts and behaviors" -- P. [4] of cover.
Date Published:2012

The PEERS Curriculum for school-based professionals : social skills training fro adolescents with Autism Spectrum /

Laugeson, Elizabeth A.


List of Tables Preface Acknowledgements About the Author 1. Getting Started 2. Week 1: Introduction and Trading Information 3. Week 2: Two Way Conversations 4. Week 3: Electronic Communication 5. Week 4: Choosing Appropriate Friends 6. Week 5: Appropriate Use of Humor 7. Week 6: Starting and Joining Conversations 8. Week 7: Exiting Conversations 9. Week 8: Good Sportsmanship 10. Week 9: Get-Togethers 11. Week 10: Handling Arguments 12. Week 11: Changing Reputations 13. Week 12: Handling Teasing and Embarrassing Feedback 14. Week 13: Avoiding Physical Bullying 15. Week 14: Handling Cyber Bullying 16. Week 15: Minimizing Rumors and Gossip 17. Week 16: Final Review, Post-Test Assessment, and Graduation References Index .
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List of Tables Preface Acknowledgements About the Author 1. Getting Started 2. Week 1: Introduction and Trading Information 3. Week 2: Two Way Conversations 4. Week 3: Electronic Communication 5. Week 4: Choosing Appropriate Friends 6. Week 5: Appropriate Use of Humor 7. Week 6: Starting and Joining Conversations 8. Week 7: Exiting Conversations 9. Week 8: Good Sportsmanship 10. Week 9: Get-Togethers 11. Week 10: Handling Arguments 12. Week 11: Changing Reputations 13. Week 12: Handling Teasing and Embarrassing Feedback 14. Week 13: Avoiding Physical Bullying 15. Week 14: Handling Cyber Bullying 16. Week 15: Minimizing Rumors and Gossip 17. Week 16: Final Review, Post-Test Assessment, and Graduation References Index .

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Stuck! strategies : what to do when students get stuck /

Carroll, Janice


"Practical and research-based ideas and strategies are presented in two categories, proactive and redirective, to help motivate students with challenging behaviors, including autism spectrum disorders, and ultimately help them succeed. This includes removing "barriers" posed by lack of skills, lack of motivation, sensory issues, and more.--Publisher." .
Date Published:2015

Superflex takes on one-sided Sid, un-wonderer and the team of unthinkables

Winner, Michelle Garcia


"Helps to teach elementary school students about how they can use strategies to conquer their own not quite so flexible "Team of thinkables" . Through this humorous and delightful comic book, students are encouraged to think about thinking and what they can do to self-regulate some of their own wayward thoughts and behaviors" -- P. [4] of cover.
Date Published:2013

Autism and loss

Forrester-Jones, R. V. E.


Loss and autism: changing ideas, changing reactions -- Loss of social relationships -- Loss of home and possessions -- Loss of role and identity -- Loss of health and wellbeing -- Loss through death. People with autism often experience difficulty in understanding and expressing their emotions and react to losses in different ways or in ways that carers do not understand. In order to provide effective support, carers need to have the understanding, the skills and appropriate resources to work through these emotional reactions with them. Autism and Loss is a complete resource that covers a variety of kinds of loss, including bereavement, loss of friends or staff, loss of home or possessions and loss of health. Rooted in the latest research on loss and autism, yet written in an accessible sty.
Date Published:2007

Loss and autism: changing ideas, changing reactions -- Loss of social relationships -- Loss of home and possessions -- Loss of role and identity -- Loss of health and wellbeing -- Loss through death. People with autism often experience difficulty in understanding and expressing their emotions and react to losses in different ways or in ways that carers do not understand. In order to provide effective support, carers need to have the understanding, the skills and appropriate resources to work through these emotional reactions with them. Autism and Loss is a complete resource that covers a variety of kinds of loss, including bereavement, loss of friends or staff, loss of home or possessions and loss of health. Rooted in the latest research on loss and autism, yet written in an accessible sty.

Date Published:2007

ABLLS-R assessment kit : with manuals /


ABLLS-R protocol (i, 94 p. ; 28 cm.), 1 ABLLS-R scoring instructions and IEP development guide (148 p. ; 28 cm.), 1 ABLLS-R use manual (18 p. ; 29 cm.), actions flashcards, activity workbook kit, addition flashcards, adjectives: opposite learning cards, alphabet match cards, body parts lang-o-learn cards, clock, col. cube activity cards, col. cubes, col. shapes & numbers flashcards, common objects kit, community helpers flashcards, counting bears, emotions cards (1 language, 1 contextual), farm jungle and city placemats, go-togethers flashcards, hear & go seek auditory bingo, language builder emotion cards, language builder picture cards, learn to dress doll, learning the sequence (3 and 4 step), magnetic wipe-off board and magnetic alphabet, memory matching cards, memory matching picture words game, mighty mind, money jar, numbers 0-100 flashcards, picture book set, picture words flashcards, puzzles, rainbow stacker, reinforcer kit, same or different workbook, shape sorting cube, size sort, subtraction flashcards, talk ca. a child's day flashcards, tall stacker pegboard, tense sequencing flashcards, timer, what's wrong? flashcards, wooden beads, writing and art kit, 12" beachball, 2 pack-and-roll carts. This ABLLS-R Assessment Kit provides all of the materials required to complete the ABLLS-R. The kit is endorsed by Dr. James Partington, PhD, BCBA and author of the ABLLS-R. Included in this kit are quality materials that adhere to the specific skill sets presented in the assessment and a suggested list on how to use the products. The kit comes with two pack-and-roll carts for easy transportation and storage.
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ABLLS-R protocol (i, 94 p. ; 28 cm.), 1 ABLLS-R scoring instructions and IEP development guide (148 p. ; 28 cm.), 1 ABLLS-R use manual (18 p. ; 29 cm.), actions flashcards, activity workbook kit, addition flashcards, adjectives: opposite learning cards, alphabet match cards, body parts lang-o-learn cards, clock, col. cube activity cards, col. cubes, col. shapes & numbers flashcards, common objects kit, community helpers flashcards, counting bears, emotions cards (1 language, 1 contextual), farm jungle and city placemats, go-togethers flashcards, hear & go seek auditory bingo, language builder emotion cards, language builder picture cards, learn to dress doll, learning the sequence (3 and 4 step), magnetic wipe-off board and magnetic alphabet, memory matching cards, memory matching picture words game, mighty mind, money jar, numbers 0-100 flashcards, picture book set, picture words flashcards, puzzles, rainbow stacker, reinforcer kit, same or different workbook, shape sorting cube, size sort, subtraction flashcards, talk ca. a child's day flashcards, tall stacker pegboard, tense sequencing flashcards, timer, what's wrong? flashcards, wooden beads, writing and art kit, 12" beachball, 2 pack-and-roll carts. This ABLLS-R Assessment Kit provides all of the materials required to complete the ABLLS-R. The kit is endorsed by Dr. James Partington, PhD, BCBA and author of the ABLLS-R. Included in this kit are quality materials that adhere to the specific skill sets presented in the assessment and a suggested list on how to use the products. The kit comes with two pack-and-roll carts for easy transportation and storage.

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From text maps to memory caps : 100 more ways to differentiate instruction in K-12 inclusive classrooms /

Kluth, Paula.


"Differentiated instruction is simple and fun with this treasure of ready-to-use adaptations for grades K-12. All teachers will love the 100 creative, step-by-step ideas in this illustated guide, perfect for meeting the learning needs of all students. An effective, time-saving way to boost student skills in key areas such as literacy, math, organization, communication, and behavior, these research-based adaptations will help teachers create classrooms that are more responsive, welcoming, and appropriately challenging."--page [4] of cover.
Date Published:2014

"Differentiated instruction is simple and fun with this treasure of ready-to-use adaptations for grades K-12. All teachers will love the 100 creative, step-by-step ideas in this illustated guide, perfect for meeting the learning needs of all students. An effective, time-saving way to boost student skills in key areas such as literacy, math, organization, communication, and behavior, these research-based adaptations will help teachers create classrooms that are more responsive, welcoming, and appropriately challenging."--page [4] of cover.

Date Published:2014

Visual supports for people with autism : a guide for parents and professionals /

Cohen, Marlene J.


Introduction: unlocking the door: how visual supports can help -- The features of a good visual support -- Some commonly used visual supports: a primer -- How visual supports can help with the development of language -- Using visual supports to increase memory: the who, what, where, why, and how -- Temporal sequential skills -- Using visual supports to increase attending -- Using visual supports to increase motivation -- Using visual strategies to increase social skills -- Strategies for fading visual supports -- An example of the use of visual supports to increase opportunities. "Most of us rely on visual supports in our daily lives and may not even realize it. Roadmaps, calendars, and to-do lists are just a few commonly used examples. For children and adults with autism, visual supports -- any pictorial, graphic, or scheduling aid -- are important teaching tools because they allow users to learn concepts that are otherwise difficult to master due to weaknesses in auditory and verbal processing. Written by two certified behavior analysts, Visual Supports for People with Autism offers a complete, easy-to-understand guide to using these aids for teaching academic, daily living, and self-help skills. It gives parents and educators a foundation of ideas for creating and implementing a variety of visual supports..." -- P. [4] of cover.
Date Published:2016

Introduction: unlocking the door: how visual supports can help -- The features of a good visual support -- Some commonly used visual supports: a primer -- How visual supports can help with the development of language -- Using visual supports to increase memory: the who, what, where, why, and how -- Temporal sequential skills -- Using visual supports to increase attending -- Using visual supports to increase motivation -- Using visual strategies to increase social skills -- Strategies for fading visual supports -- An example of the use of visual supports to increase opportunities. "Most of us rely on visual supports in our daily lives and may not even realize it. Roadmaps, calendars, and to-do lists are just a few commonly used examples. For children and adults with autism, visual supports -- any pictorial, graphic, or scheduling aid -- are important teaching tools because they allow users to learn concepts that are otherwise difficult to master due to weaknesses in auditory and verbal processing. Written by two certified behavior analysts, Visual Supports for People with Autism offers a complete, easy-to-understand guide to using these aids for teaching academic, daily living, and self-help skills. It gives parents and educators a foundation of ideas for creating and implementing a variety of visual supports..." -- P. [4] of cover.

Date Published:2016

Simple strategies that work : helpful hints for all educators of students with Asperger syndrome, high-functioning autism, and related disabilities /

Myles, Brenda Smith.


Operate on Asperger time -- Manage the environment -- Create a balanced agenda that conserves energy -- Share the agenda -- Simplify language -- Set a calm, positive tone -- Live out loud -- Be generous with praise -- Listen to the words -- Provide reassurance. Provides ideas and suggestions that teachers can use to help a student with AS/HFA on the road to success. The book discusses problems that arise in the classroom and how teachers can adjust the classroom to accommodate, while not interfering with normal classroom routines. Not bogged down with jargon, the book includes tables and boxes for quick reference and clear meaning. Also included is information on what can cause anxiety for the AS/HFA student, how this can lead to decreased academic and social performance, decreased attention to task, and potential increases in behavior problems, and what the teacher can do to assist.
Date Published:2006

Operate on Asperger time -- Manage the environment -- Create a balanced agenda that conserves energy -- Share the agenda -- Simplify language -- Set a calm, positive tone -- Live out loud -- Be generous with praise -- Listen to the words -- Provide reassurance. Provides ideas and suggestions that teachers can use to help a student with AS/HFA on the road to success. The book discusses problems that arise in the classroom and how teachers can adjust the classroom to accommodate, while not interfering with normal classroom routines. Not bogged down with jargon, the book includes tables and boxes for quick reference and clear meaning. Also included is information on what can cause anxiety for the AS/HFA student, how this can lead to decreased academic and social performance, decreased attention to task, and potential increases in behavior problems, and what the teacher can do to assist.

Date Published:2006

FACTER [videorecording] : functional assessment and curriculum for teaching everyday routines : program manual /


Spiral bound. "Can be used for both assessment and instruction in functional everyday routines and related skills for students with disabilities. FACTER can be used iwth any elementary or secondary age student who needs to learn typical living skills, transition, academic, leisure, community, or career routines. A unique aspect of FACTER is that each routine identified for instruction can be individualized to address the related skill needs of each student. It also provides the user with the data needed to report progress on on Individualized Education Program goals and objectives that are aligned with the FACTER curriculum. " -- Overview.
Date Published:2004

Spiral bound. "Can be used for both assessment and instruction in functional everyday routines and related skills for students with disabilities. FACTER can be used iwth any elementary or secondary age student who needs to learn typical living skills, transition, academic, leisure, community, or career routines. A unique aspect of FACTER is that each routine identified for instruction can be individualized to address the related skill needs of each student. It also provides the user with the data needed to report progress on on Individualized Education Program goals and objectives that are aligned with the FACTER curriculum. " -- Overview.

Date Published:2004

Teaching pre-employment skills to 14-17 year-olds : the Autism Works Now!® method.

Lara, Joanne.


"Based on the Autism Works Now!® Workplace Readiness Workshop, this interactive resource shows how to help students aged 14-17 develop the necessary transition skills for getting and keeping a meaningful job, with accompanying worksheets available to download. Structured around 2-hour weekly sessions over an eight month period, the program is ideal for teaching to groups of students with autism. It covers essential topics such as organization and time management, interview skills, appropriate workplace attire, and networking. It advises on how to arrange a field trip to local businesses so students can gain experience of being in the workplace. Worksheets and questionnaires help to track progress and discover what types of job will be appropriate based on an individual's skills and interests, and the book also includes a template for creating effective resumes." -- Provided by publisher.
Date Published:2017

"Based on the Autism Works Now!® Workplace Readiness Workshop, this interactive resource shows how to help students aged 14-17 develop the necessary transition skills for getting and keeping a meaningful job, with accompanying worksheets available to download. Structured around 2-hour weekly sessions over an eight month period, the program is ideal for teaching to groups of students with autism. It covers essential topics such as organization and time management, interview skills, appropriate workplace attire, and networking. It advises on how to arrange a field trip to local businesses so students can gain experience of being in the workplace. Worksheets and questionnaires help to track progress and discover what types of job will be appropriate based on an individual's skills and interests, and the book also includes a template for creating effective resumes." -- Provided by publisher.

Date Published:2017

Talk with me : a step-by-step conversation framework for teaching conversational balance and fluency /


"The Conversation Framework is a unique strategy that provides an approach to assessing and teaching conversation skills in a group setting that is effective for most students who have difficulty engaging in conversations, including students with HF-ASD. Talk With Me breaks down the elements of a conversation which must be mastered in order to be proficient at carrying out conversations" -- Worldcat.
Date Published:2017

"The Conversation Framework is a unique strategy that provides an approach to assessing and teaching conversation skills in a group setting that is effective for most students who have difficulty engaging in conversations, including students with HF-ASD. Talk With Me breaks down the elements of a conversation which must be mastered in order to be proficient at carrying out conversations" -- Worldcat.

Date Published:2017

Functional behavioral assessment, diagnosis, and treatment : a complete system for education and mental health settings /

Cipani, Ennio,


Basic Concepts and Principles -- Functional Behavioral Assessment of Problem Behavior -- The Cipani Behavioral Classification System -- Function-Derived Treatment Options -- Functional Behavioral Treatment Protocols for SMA 2.0: Target Behaviors -- Functional Behavioral Treatment Protocols for 4.0 Problem Behaviors. Featuring a highly interactive approach, this text is noted for its exceptionally, clear and through coverage of how to conduct a functional behavior assessment (FBA) through various assessment methods, how to diagnose the function of problem behaviors, and how to select a behavioral intervention that addresses the diagnosed function. The development of requisite behavior-analytic skills is aided by utilizing many "real-life" and hypothetical cases that represent common scenarios in applied settings. -- From the back cover.
Date Published:2018

Basic Concepts and Principles -- Functional Behavioral Assessment of Problem Behavior -- The Cipani Behavioral Classification System -- Function-Derived Treatment Options -- Functional Behavioral Treatment Protocols for SMA 2.0: Target Behaviors -- Functional Behavioral Treatment Protocols for 4.0 Problem Behaviors. Featuring a highly interactive approach, this text is noted for its exceptionally, clear and through coverage of how to conduct a functional behavior assessment (FBA) through various assessment methods, how to diagnose the function of problem behaviors, and how to select a behavioral intervention that addresses the diagnosed function. The development of requisite behavior-analytic skills is aided by utilizing many "real-life" and hypothetical cases that represent common scenarios in applied settings. -- From the back cover.

Date Published:2018

The interoception curriculum; a step-by-step framework for developing mindful self regulation : and activity cards

Mahler, Kelly J.


Interoception is the ability to notice and connect bodily sensations with emotions. Research states that interoception is an important factor to the development of effective self-regulation skills. Bonus Material: When you purchase The Interoception Curriculum, you will also receive exclusive access to 635 pages of downloadable instructional materials, worksheets and visual supports. Many of these materials can be customized to meet the needs of each individual learner. Kit includes curriculum guide and 170 activity cards: Designed to enhance the concepts covered in The Interoception Curriculum, these activity cards provide 170 additional interoception-building activities that can be done on the go!.
Date Published:2019

Interoception is the ability to notice and connect bodily sensations with emotions. Research states that interoception is an important factor to the development of effective self-regulation skills. Bonus Material: When you purchase The Interoception Curriculum, you will also receive exclusive access to 635 pages of downloadable instructional materials, worksheets and visual supports. Many of these materials can be customized to meet the needs of each individual learner. Kit includes curriculum guide and 170 activity cards: Designed to enhance the concepts covered in The Interoception Curriculum, these activity cards provide 170 additional interoception-building activities that can be done on the go!.

Date Published:2019