It’s always a joy and an education to read Ellen Notbohm’s books, and her second edition of Ten Things Your Student with Autism Wishes You Knew is no exception. I love the book’s underlying and over-arching themes of optimism, respect for differences, and belief in our students. We are reminded and encouraged to be curious about their unique learning styles,...[ read more ]
I wouldn’t have believed that Ellen Notbohm could improve on her original classic, the excellent Ten Things Every Child with Autism Wishes You Knew, but she has done just that. Speaking as a parent, as one who works with autistic people, and as an avid reader on the subject, I’m telling you: you must have this book on your shelf....[ read more ]
James Ball and Kristie Brown-Lofland have written the book every professional needs to read now. Autism After the Pandemic: A Step-by-Step Guide to Successfully Transition Back to School and Work was written for you, for this year in history. In the foreword, Temple Grandin writes, "The first tip in Autism After the Pandemic is, 'no surprises.' Surprises scare people with...[ read more ]
Lots of kids, and grownups, too, seem to be worrying more and more these days. This book gives practical tips to help big kids, ages 9 to 13, manage their anxiety. Kids can be the boss of themselves instead of letting their anxiety be the boss of them. This book helps them do it!
If your child struggles to tame their screen time habit, but would rather learn to deal with it independently instead of having Mom or Dad restrict their screen time, this book is for them. In this Monstearth universe, Timmy learns to use mindfulness and the ST4 secret strategy to take control of his own life and make changes for the...[ read more ]
Steve Herman Many autistic also have anxiety, and kids on the spectrum are worrying more than ever now because of COVID-19 and things they may hear in the news. We try to protect them, but when we see an increase in behaviors it may mean they are taking on too much worry and stress. Steve Herman's book, HELP YOUR DRAGON...[ read more ]
Dr. Raun Melmed and S E Abramson Dr. Raun Melmed and S E Abramson wrote this addition to the Monster Diary series of ST4 Mindfulness Books for Kids, illustrated by Arief Kriembonga. You can learn more at www.melmedcenter.com and check out this video for my review.
Dr. Raun Melmed with Annette Sexton & Jeff Harvey, illustrator Lots of kids on the autism spectrum also have problems with attention, and many also have Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD). They will probably relate to Marvin’s Monster Diary: ADHD Attacks! (But I Rock It, Big Time!) If your child is into the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series by...[ read more ]
