Can I tell you about Autism?

A guide for friends, family and professionals

AvJude Welton

Häftad, Engelska, 2014

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Beskrivning

Meet Tom - a young boy with autism. Tom invites readers to learn about autism from his perspective, helping them to understand what it is and explaining the challenges he faces with issues such as social communication, sensory overload and changes in his routine. Tom tells readers about all the ways he can be helped and supported by those around him.This illustrated book is ideally suited for readers aged 7 and upwards, and will be an excellent way to increase understanding about autism, in the classroom or at home. It also includes clear, useful information for parents and professionals.

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum:2014-03-21
Mått:150 x 228 x 10 mm
Vikt:112 g
Format:Häftad
Språk:Engelska
Serie:Can I tell you about...?
Antal sidor:64
Förlag:Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Illustratör:Jane Telford
Medarbetare:Glenys Jones
ISBN:9781849054539

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Mer om författaren

Jude Welton originally trained as a child psychologist specialising in autism. She is a freelance writer and the author of several popular, child-friendly books published by Jessica Kingsley Publishers. Jude lives in Moray, Scotland. Jane Telford is an artist and illustrator who has exhibited paintings and drawings widely in the UK and also internationally. Jane has illustrated several books published by Jessica Kingsley Publishers and lives in London.

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Jude Welton once again has taken a complex issue and made it easy to understand. It embraces difference to make a difference…This format will allow anyone who reads it to have a greater understanding of autism and how to help. A must read for anyone who knows someone with autism.

Innehållsförteckning

Foreword by Dr Glenys Jones. Introduction for adults. Introduction for children. 1. Introducing Tom, who has autism. 2. Mind blindness. 3. Listening. 4. Talking. 5. Body language. 6. Playing. 7. Routines and repetition. 8. Preparing for change. 9. Hidden rules. 10. Sounds, sights, touch, tastes and smells. 11. Body movements. 12. Daily life. 13. Special interests. 14. How adults can help. 15. More about autism. Recommended reading, resources, websites and organisations. Template to create a personal profile for a child with autism.