Non-Fiction

This is an engaging, visual guide to understanding challenges and strengths.  The use of images and photocopiable worksheets creates a simple and fun resource for identifying what you are good at and how to use those skills to deal with personal challenges.

The similarities between our brains and computers effectively explains social cause and effect to children with ASD. Fun photocopiable worksheets and games are also included to reinforce the guidance offered in the book.

In My Friend Has Autism, beginning readers are introduced to different characters who have autism, how autism may affect their actions, and how we can be good friends to people who have autism.  

According to the Centers for Disease Control, approximately 1 in 68 American children has autism. This book describes the autism spectrum, exploring how the various ways that this neurodevelopmental disorder can affect individuals, from difficulty with social cues to impaired communication to repetitive behaviors. In addition to learning about the treatment and diagnosis of autism, readers will discover how new research into the genetic components and causes of autism are helping doctors understand more about the condition.

This vibrant, fully illustrated children’s storybook provides an accessible, fun way to talk about anger, with useful tips about how to tame the red beast and guidance for parents on how anger affects children with Asperger’s Syndrome.

Through engaging text and full-color photographs, this book shows neurotypicals how Aspies see and experience the world. Each page brings to light traits that many Aspies have in common, from sensitive hearing and an aversion to bright lights and strong smells, to literal thinking and difficulty understanding social rules and reading body language and facial expressions. At the same time, the book highlights and celebrates the unique characteristics that make those with Asperger’s Syndrome special.

Russell is a boy with severe autism, and this is his story. First published in 1992 as Russell Is Extra Special, now extensively updated. In Russell's World, readers see the surprises, challenges and problems that Russell and his family experience as well as the happiness and rewards they recognize. 

Offers guidance for having conversations intended for autistic spectrum children having trouble with the basics, using the metaphor of a train to teach how to start and maintain a conversation, change subjects, and bring it to a close.

Describes autism, including its symptoms, how it affects physical and mental health, current treatments, and how people with autism live everyday lives.

A young boy named Sam, has difficulty at school and seems moody at home. When Sam is diagnosed with a form of autism called Asperger syndrome, his family and teachers understand him better and learn how to help him succeed. Includes tips for parents, teachers and children on being with children who have Asperger's.