1001 Great Ideas for Teaching and Raising Children with Autism or Asperger’s, 2nd edition
by Ellen Notbohm and Veronica Zysk
Foreword by Temple Grandin, Ph.D.
2010, Future Horizons, Inc. (800) 489-0727
www.fhautism.com
ISBN 978-1-935274-06-3
12th 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
The first edition of 1001 Great Ideas has been a treasured resource in the autism community since 2004. Now, in this expanded edition, Ellen Notbohm and Veronica Zysk present parents and educators with over 1800 ideas – try-it-now tips, eye-opening advice, and grassroots strategies.
More than 600 fresh ideas join tried and true tactics from the original edition, while many ideas pick up where the first edition left off, offering modifications for older kids, honing in on Asperger’s challenges, and enhancing already-effective ways to help your child or student achieve success at home, in school, and in the community.
“Genuine, commonsense advice that all parents and educators can quickly and easily use.” ~Temple Grandin, Ph.D., author “Thinking in Pictures” and “The Way I See It: A Personal Look at Autism and Asperger’s”
“I was amazed at the number and quality of ideas, and strongly recommend that parents read and apply the advice. I learned some really good ideas.” ~ Tony Attwood, Ph. D., author of “The Complete Guide to Asperger’s Syndrome”
CHAPTER One
Sensory Integration
CHAPTER Two
Communication and Language
CHAPTER Three
Behavior
CHAPTER Four
Daily Living Skills
CHAPTER Five
Thinking Social, Being Social
CHAPTER Six
Teachers and Learners
Click here to read an excerpt
“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
“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
“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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