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A Parent’s Guide to Down Syndrome

Siegfried M Pueschel, MD, Ph.D., M.P.H.

Dr. Pueschell’s best-selling book has been updated and revised for 2001! Crossing the lifespan, this thorough volume highlights developmental stages and shows recent advances that can improve a child’s quality of life. New topics include: IDEA of 1997; innovative services; programs and support groups; latest prenatal genetic testing methods; impact of play on gross motor development; and the association of Down Syndrome with other disorders.

B-211 / $21.95 / 5.5” x 8” / 352 pgs / sc

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Activity Schedules for Children with Autism

Teaching Independent Behavior

Lynn E McClannahan, Ph.D., & Patricia J. Krantz, Ph.D

Based on a decade of research, this small publication offers a proven teaching tool to help children with autism make effective use of unstructured time, handle changes in routine, choose among an established set of activities independently. Professionals and parents find detailed instructions and examples to help them: assess child readiness, prepare an activity schedule, understand graduated guidance, monitor progress, expand social skills and progress to written schedules. It can be used successfully with young children, adolescents, and adults.

WP-231 / $14.95 / 5.5" x 8.5" / 117 pgs / 30 photos and charts / sc

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Asperger Syndrome - Living Outside the Bell Curve - Video

In recent years schools have seen a marked increase of diagnosis of Asperger Syndrome. This video looks as Asperger students in general and focuses in on 12 year-old Andrew. It includes and in-depth interview with Dr. Tina Iyama, M.D., university of Wisconsin Children’s Hospital. Dr. Iyama explains the causes of, symptoms of, and strategies for coping with Asperger Syndrome. Andrew shows that with appropriate supports it’s possible to flourish outside the accepted social and educational bell curve.

AT-301 / $79.00 / 18 minutes / VHS Closed Captioned

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Autism & the New Law Resources for Treatment. Hope for a Cure

This video, hosted by Anthony Edwards of ER is designed to help parents, educators and health care professionals better understand Autism or similar diagnosis such as Pervasive Developmental Disorder (PDD) and Asperger's Syndrome. In this video you will learn about the components of The Advancement of Pediatric Autism Research Act, a subtitle of the Children's Health Acto of 2000. This law was passed to find more effective treatments and even a cure for autism. Informative and compassionate interviews filled with hope are presented by top researchers in the field.

ED-104 / VHS / CC / 30 minutes / 2001 / $49.95

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Breakthroughs: How to Reach Student with Autism

Karen Sewell

This set provides a comprehensive teacher's manual with reproducible lesson plans that will take you through and entire school year….and an award winning video that demonstrates the instructional and behavioral techniques recommended in the manual. Covers math, reading, fine motor, self-help, vocational, social and life skills. Educators of students with autism K-12

AT-104S / $99.00 / Breakthroughs Book and Video Set

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Children with Autism

A Parents Guide 

Edited by Michael D Powers, Psy.D Forward by Temple Grandin

From the new parent coping with a child’s recent diagnosis to one who is an experienced advocate, this book is a must-have reference. Now completely revised and updated, this publication covers a multitude of special concerns including daily and family life; early intervention, educational programs; legal rights; advocacy. This book includes the latest information on current diagnostic criteria, Applied Behavior Analysis, IDEA, autism advocacy via the Internet and more. 

WP-300 / $17.95 / 5 .5" x 8.5" / 456 pgs / softcover

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Children with Cerebral Palsy

A Parents' Guide

Edited by Elaine Geralis

This edition provides a complete spectrum of information and compassionate advice about cerebral palsy and its effect on development and education during a child's first six years. Covers diagnosis, medical issues, family life, therapies, treatment, special education and more. A must read for both parents and educators.

WP-304 / $16.95 / 5.5" x 8.5" / 470 pgs/ sc 

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Children with Fragile X Syndrome 

Edited by Jayne Dixon Weber

This book provides a complete, sensitive introduction to Fragile X Syndrome, an inherited, genetic condition. This publication covers: diagnosis; parental emotions; therapies & medications; early intervention; education; daily care; legal rights and advocacy. A starred review in the Library Journal states this publication is “Essential for all consumer health collections.” 

WP-307X / $17.95 / 5.5” x 8.5” / 472 pgs / sc

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Children with Spina Bifida - A Parents Guide

Edited by Marlene Lutkenhoff, R.N., M.S.N.

This comprehensive publication provides easy-to-understand coverage of neurosurgery, physical therapy, emotional health, education, urological concerns, orthopedic concerns, childhood development and more. Birth to early elementary. Although written for parents this is a valuable resource with up-to-date information for educators and resource libraries.

WP-302 / $16.95 / 5.5" x 8.5" / 470 pgs / sc 

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Children with Traumatic Brain Injury
Edited by Lisa Schoenbrodt, Ed.D., CCC-SLP

This new release is a comprehensive, must-have reference that provides parent with the support and information needed to help their child recover from a closed-head injury. Written by a team of medical specialists, therapists, educators and an attorney this publications covers medical concerns, rehabilitation, treatment, adjustment, effects on learning, thinking, language behavior and more.

WP308 / $17.95 / 5 ˝" x 8 ˝" / 482 pgs / sc

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Children with Tourette Syndrome - A Parents' Guide

Informative handbook for parents of children and teens. This book covers medical, educational, legal, family life, daily care, emotional issues and more. An excellent resource for parents and educators.

WP-305 / $14.95 / 5.5" x 8.5" / 352 pgs / sc

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Children with Visual Impairments A Parents Guide

Edited by M Cay Holbrook, Ph.D.

For families of children with visual impairments ranging from low vision to total blindness. This book offers authoritative information and empathy, parental insight on diagnosis and treatment, orientation and mobility, literacy, legal issues and more. An excellent resource for parents, educators and support staff.

WP-303 / $16.95 / 5.5" x 8.5" / 395 pgs / sc

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Straight Talk About Autism - Videos

Through intimate interviews with parents and young people with autism, these excellent videos provide support and information for parents and sensitivity training for staff. Some of the topics include: friends and social isolation, communication difficulties, hypersensitivities, teasing, splinter skills, and more. One video focuses on childhood issues and the second covers adolescent issues.

AT-108 / Straight Talk - Childhood Issues / $79.95 / 40 min

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AT-109 / Straight Talk - Adolescent Issues / $79.95 / 40 min 

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