Judy Rushton: 3 books

One of the most misunderstood autistic behaviors is the meltdown. Every parent finds themselves dealing with a temper tantrum at sometime, but tantrums involving children and youth with autism are typically more frequent and severe. These tantrums are often referred to as meltdowns. Parents and caregivers...

This book is designed to help parents and adults who teach children with autism how to play. Children with autism need to be taught these important play skills that are so challenging for them. These play skills build social connections and relationships as children become adults. Parents can be a child's first playmate. Start where your child is at developmentally and have fun!

This insightful resource provides vignettes, questions, and practical strategies for implementing individual and schoolwide practices to connect internal beliefs and aspirations to external action.