1001 Great Ideas for Teaching and Raising Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders
by Ellen Notbohm and Veronica Zysk
2004, Future Horizons, Inc. (800) 489-0727
ISBN 1-932565-19-1

12^th Annual Teachers' Choice Awards for the Classroom
"A powerful learning tool. It gives specific instructions for accommodations, and it gives a feel for what the child is going through so you can empathize rather than criticize. It gives practical ideas for handling the many 'quirks' of children who perceive the world differently, and it gives insight into what they are going through. Many of the ideas can be used at home or at school. Definitely worthwhile!"
– Teacher evaluation comments

A timesaver. A lifesaver. Parents and professionals can now bypass countless hours spent seeking answers to the mystifying day-to-day challenges of autism. In snappy, can-do format, 1001 Great Ideas for Teaching and Raising Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders offers page after page of try-it-now solutions that have worked for thousands of children grappling with social, sensory, behavior, communication, self-care issues and more.

CHAPTER 1
The Radar Net of Our Senses
Sensory Integration Strategies and Considerations

CHAPTER 2
The Limits of My World
Communication and Language Strategies and Considerations

CHAPTER 3
Strong Reasons
Behavior Strategies and Considerations

CHAPTER 4
To Do and Understand
Daily Living Skills Strategies and Considerations

CHAPTER 5
A Sensitive Awareness of Others
Social Skills Strategies and Considerations

CHAPTER 6
Learners and Doers
Teaching and Education Strategies and Considerations

CHAPTER 7
To Know the Law
Special Education Law Considerations

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“A friendly voice offering parents and teachers immediately usable ideas that emphasize the practical rather than the technical. Well organized for quick reading, with major ideas preceded by helpful introductory text.A great resource that parents and teachers should keep readily available.”

--Christine Hunt, MS, special education and resource teacher

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“Great book -- couldn't put it down. So many creative ideas, and all of them detailed and easy to follow. I like reaching children through fun, so I appreciated the suggestions for games, activities and specific reading titles we can go right to. The IEP suggestions are helpful for both parent and school staff, and the authors' sidenotes about their own experiences are insightful.”

--Karla Mayer, MS, CCC-SLP

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“A treasure trove of wonderful ideas and activities! This hope-filled book not only connects the reader to the world of autism spectrum disorders but also provides a multitude of practical solutions to the broad range of challenges that parents and professionals face each day.”

--Scott Tanner, school psychologist and director of clinical services

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