Keeping Families at the Center of Health Care
Timothy is confused about the mixed messages he receives about interacting with other children who are “different” from him. In this story, Timothy and his father both learn a powerful lesson about friendship and respect. Frances and Her Shiny Chair teaches adults and children alike the importance of respecting each other’s differences. We are all… More Frances And Her Shiny Chair
What happens to a racehorse who hurts his leg? Used to a world where the strongest and the fastest wins, how will he ever feel special and important again? Taken to a new place, the horse is soon carrying some very special riders. Some of them can’t walk and some of them can’t even see,… More We Go In A Circle
Oliver the Onion doesn’t like himself. But when he decides to try on the “look” of a tempting-looking orange, he soon realizes that he cannot run away from who he is but should instead celebrate his uniqueness. Oliver Onion is written for 4- to 10-year-olds but the colorful illustrations and heartfelt message will appeal to… More Oliver Onion: The Onion Who Learns To Accept And Be Himself
Julie, who is eight or nine, talks about privacy and about saying “no” to touching that makes her uncomfortable. Ages 5 and up.
Although unable to speak or hear, lovely Lotus learns to perform the intricate story dances of the Cambodian court ballet. Ages 5 and up.
Twenty-seven humorous vignettes are cleverly captioned illustrations designed to help parents and kids cope with the challenges of toilet training. Toddlers will laugh when they see Mark picking out a potty at the toy store. And back at home, Toby didn’t quite make it to the potty this time. He’ll have better luck next time.… More Uh Oh! Gotta Go! Potty Tales From Toddlers
In this comic book, students are encouraged to think about thinking, and what they can do regulate some of their wayward thoughts. Superflex, the social thinking superhero, helps teach elementary school children how they can use strategies to conquer their own, not quite so flexible “team of unthinkables”. Includes CD.
Simple story, told from the viewpoint of a classmate, of Louis, the new boy in school, who has Autism. With a little imagination and kindness, and a game of soccer, classmates learn to include him.
Simple illustrations and clear language used to explain 100 common sayings. (examples – “you can’t judge a book by its cover.” ” don’t put all your eggs in one basket.” “he is a small fish in a big pond.”)
Growing up with Asperger syndrome can be challenging, but never fear, the brain guru, the sensory detective and the social scientist are here to help! These characters guide children through activities to help them deal with anxiety, negative thinking, sensory overload, friendships.