Asperkids : an insider's guide to loving, understanding and teaching children with Asperger syndrome /
O'Toole, Jennifer Cook.
Asperkids : an insider's guide to loving, understanding and teaching children with Asperger syndrome / Jennifer Cook O'Toole ; foreword by Liane Holliday Willey. - London ; Philadelphia : Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 2012. - 192 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.
Includes bibliographical references (p. 186-192).
This book is full of original and effective methods for engaging with children with Asperger Syndrome. The author discusses theory of mind, the necessity for concrete forms of communication, and ways to inspire imagination through sensorial experiences. In particular, she explores the untapped power of special interests, explaining how to harness these interests to encourage academic, social, and emotional growth. Affirming that different doesn't mean defective, this book offers the insight and guidance that parents and professionals need to connect with the Asperkids in their life and get them excited about learning.
1849059020 (pbk.) 9781849059022 (pbk.)
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016040052 Uk
Asperger's syndrome in children--Patients--Care.
Asperger's syndrome in children--Patients--Education.
Asperkids : an insider's guide to loving, understanding and teaching children with Asperger syndrome / Jennifer Cook O'Toole ; foreword by Liane Holliday Willey. - London ; Philadelphia : Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 2012. - 192 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.
Includes bibliographical references (p. 186-192).
This book is full of original and effective methods for engaging with children with Asperger Syndrome. The author discusses theory of mind, the necessity for concrete forms of communication, and ways to inspire imagination through sensorial experiences. In particular, she explores the untapped power of special interests, explaining how to harness these interests to encourage academic, social, and emotional growth. Affirming that different doesn't mean defective, this book offers the insight and guidance that parents and professionals need to connect with the Asperkids in their life and get them excited about learning.
1849059020 (pbk.) 9781849059022 (pbk.)
GBB221444 bnb
016040052 Uk
Asperger's syndrome in children--Patients--Care.
Asperger's syndrome in children--Patients--Education.