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One Family's Journey With Autism
Language: English
Release Date: October 16, 2012
Many life circumstances have helped me grow as a Christian. But without a doubt the one that stands out and allowed me to grow the most in Christ-like character has been being Kylie's mom. The diagnosis twenty two years ago has turned out to be one of the hardest, yet most rewarding experiences...
by Sara Elliott Price
Language: English
Release Date: May 11, 2018
Language: English
Release Date: May 11, 2018
Discover How To Help A Child With Autism Overcome Social Disadvantages And Learn To Thrive!
This book is full of tips, techniques and stories that will give you an inside look at what life is truly like for a child with an autistic spectrum disorder. You'll come away inspired and with a new...
Bilingual Deaf and Hearing Families
Narrative Interviews
Language: English
Release Date: August 31, 2012
This study emphasizes the importance of family support for deaf members, particularly through the use of both American Sign Language (ASL) and spoken and/or written English. Research has shown how these factors influence such areas as a child’s development, performance in school, and relationships...
by Sheila Hollins, Nick Barratt
Language: English
Release Date: April 17, 2018
Language: English
Release Date: April 17, 2018
Ben doesn't like being rushed and when Paul won't make time for a chat, Ben gets cross and upset. Ben asks Jane for help and she helps them sort it out. Now Paul understands what is important for Ben and what has been worrying him. The story ends with them choosing a new activity to do together. We...
Helping Your Angry Teen
How to Reduce Anger and Build Connection Using Mindfulness and Positive Psychology
Language: English
Release Date: May 1, 2017
Are you at your wits’ end dealing with an angry teen? This important guide offers frustrated parents powerful mindfulness tips to navigate heated moments of interaction with their child, as well as skills based in positive psychology to foster compassion, caring, and lasting connection.
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by Miryam Tamar
Language: English
Release Date: March 24, 2007
Language: English
Release Date: March 24, 2007
Judy is a self-conscious girl who wishes for a friend who will not make fun of her tangley hair. Join Judy as she meets new friends and journey with them on their adventurous quests. This is the first book in The Tangley Hair Adventure Series.
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Success at School and Beyond - 7 Simple steps to boost your child's ability to learn, confidence and self-esteem for greater success at school and in life
Language: English
Release Date: February 20, 2014
Raising a happy, healthy, and well-adjusted child is challenging, especially in the fast-paced world that we live in today. Your attitude towards this all-important job is what will make it fun and exciting for both of you. 'Success at School and Beyond' shows you seven simple steps how to boost your...
Waiting to Connect
A Parent's Inner Thoughts on Asperger's Syndrome
Language: English
Release Date: January 1, 2015
These two personal essays reveal the thoughts of a mother/teacher struggling to communicate with two of her charges in order to care for them.
In “The Other World,” the mother seeks help from Helen Keller’s experiences to understand her son’s sensory issues due to Asperger’s...
by Lori Lite
Language: Spanish
Release Date: December 8, 2012
Language: Spanish
Release Date: December 8, 2012
A los niños les encantará la experiencia de la respiración del vientre con las juguetonas nutrias de mar y la niña del mar. Esta efectiva técnica auto-calmante también es conocida como “respiración diafragmática” y puede tener un impacto positivo en la salud de su hijo. La respiración...
by Ann R. Sutton
Language: English
Release Date: December 23, 2018
Language: English
Release Date: December 23, 2018
Are you able to get your child to talk?
The rate of progress in getting a toddler to start talking will depend on the amount of targeted effort you put. Unfortunately, most parents don't realize the importance of emphasizing proper conversation and tactical nudging within the house. This is...
Amy Signs
A Mother, Her Deaf Daughter, and Their Stories
Language: English
Release Date: August 31, 2012
“Thirty-seven years ago, I vowed to write a truthful book about raising a deaf child.” Rebecca Willman Gernon followed through on her promise with her deaf daughter Amy Willman in this extraordinary new narrative. Many stories have been told about a parent’s struggle to help her deaf child succeed...
by Sheila Hollins, Jackie Downer
Language: English
Release Date: April 17, 2018
Language: English
Release Date: April 17, 2018
Having both an intellectual disability and being from an ethnic minority group can make it even more difficult to get good services. If you know someone in this situation, you can use this book to help them to challenge discrimination by service providers.
Two encounters are described, but...
Bringing Up a Challenging Child at Home
When Love is Not Enough
Language: English
Release Date: May 1, 2000
Chrissy is Jane Gregory's oldest child, an attractive girl with a tremendous sense of fun. She also exhibits behaviour which other people find challenging - screaming fits, stripping off her clothes, violent outbursts and self-mutilation. It was apparent from an early age that Chrissy had a learning...
The ADHD Lifestyle Series, Volume 1: Secrets from an MD with ADHD
Building Balanced Meals and Exercise Routines for Children
Language: English
Release Date: March 30, 2018
Have you been searching for proven strategies to manage your child’s ADHD symptoms? If so, The ADHD Lifestyle Series, Volume 1 by Dawn Kamilah Brown, MD, contains vital information to help your child champion their ADHD and function at their optimal level.
After uncovering key...