Jessica Kingsley Publishers: 1951 books
Robin and the White Rabbit
A Story to Help Children with Autism to Talk about their Feelings and Join In
Language: English
Release Date: June 21, 2017
In this tale we meet a child sitting alone, feeling unable to join in with the other schoolchildren having fun in the playground. Feeling frustrated and lonely, the child's emotions build up until they form a bubble around them, separating them entirely. Who can help the child?
Suddenly a White...
Working with Parents of Young People
Research, Policy and Practice
Language: English
Release Date: October 20, 2006
This book provides practical guidance for a wide range of professionals working with parents and families, answering common questions such as 'How can parents facilitate their child's transition to secondary school?' and 'How can families best communicate about alcohol?'. Drawing on the findings from...
by Lisabeth Clark
Language: English
Release Date: August 21, 2017
Language: English
Release Date: August 21, 2017
Meet Harry. Harry likes to play football, climb trees, and hang out with friends, but Harry doesn't like reading. That is until his teacher explains that Harry has dyslexia, which makes things like reading and writing particularly hard for him - and with help from his mum, teacher and an educational...
Count Me In!
Ideas for Actively Engaging Students in Inclusive Classrooms
Language: English
Release Date: April 15, 2010
School really should be the best time in a young person's life – full of discovery, enjoyment and friendship. In reality, school can be a negative experience where young people feel powerless, bored and uninterested. Count Me In! shows how, by involving young people in their own learning, they not...
Lovable Liam
Affirmations for a Perfectly Imperfect Child
Language: English
Release Date: November 15, 2008
Liam is lovable even when he whines and won't eat his dinner. When people are cross with Liam, they still love him. Being cross will only last a minute. Love will last forever!
All children require discipline and boundaries. They need to be taught manners, traditions, morality and social conduct....
Working with Parents of a Newly Diagnosed Child with an Autism Spectrum Disorder
A Guide for Professionals
Language: English
Release Date: January 15, 2012
Finding out that a child has an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) can put an enormous strain on families, and the quality of support offered by professionals at this time can make a huge difference to how they adjust to the news. This book comprehensively sets out the type of support that is most beneficial...
A Special Book About Me
A Book for Children Diagnosed with Asperger Syndrome
Language: English
Release Date: March 15, 2009
There's a kid at school who gets extra help from a special teacher. He has temper tantrums when he is angry and sometimes finds it hard to pay attention. He might even have been to a special school to learn how to behave appropriately in class. One day this kid started to ask questions like, “Why...
Speaking about the Unspeakable
Non-Verbal Methods and Experiences in Therapy with Children
Language: English
Release Date: May 10, 2008
Children do not always have the capacity or need to express themselves through words. They often succeed in saying more about their feelings and experiences by communicating non-verbally through play and other expressive, creative activities. The basic premise of Speaking about the Unspeakable is...
Learning About Friendship
Stories to Support Social Skills Training in Children with Asperger Syndrome and High Functioning Autism
Language: English
Release Date: May 15, 2011
Making friends can be a challenge for all children, but those with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) can struggle more than most. This collection of ten fully illustrated stories explores friendship issues encountered by children with ASD aged 4 to 8 and looks at how they can be overcome successfully....
An Exceptional Children's Guide to Touch
Teaching Social and Physical Boundaries to Kids
Language: English
Release Date: August 15, 2012
The rules of physical contact can be tricky to grasp and children with special needs are at a heightened risk of abuse. This friendly picture book explains in simple terms how to tell the difference between acceptable and inappropriate touch, thereby helping the child with special needs stay safe.
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Getting into the Game
Sports Programs for Kids with Autism
Language: English
Release Date: June 15, 2012
Getting into the Game: Sports Programs for Kids with Autism Spectrum Disorder will help families, clinicians and coaches support children with autism in taking their first steps into sport and recreation. Participation in individual and team sports plays an important part in children's development...
Autism Movement Therapy (R) Method
Waking up the Brain!
Language: English
Release Date: October 21, 2015
A practical guide to the innovative Autism Movement Therapy ® (AMT) approach - structured movement and music classes designed to stimulate the brain, aid sensory processing and decrease problem behaviours in children with autism spectrum disorders. Reflecting a growing interest in the body-brain connection,...
Aspergirls
Empowering Females with Asperger Syndrome
Language: English
Release Date: June 15, 2010
*Gold Medal Winner in the Sexuality / Relationships Category of the 2011 IPPY Awards* * Honorary Mention in the 2010 BOTYA Awards Women's Issues Category * Girls with Asperger's Syndrome are less frequently diagnosed than boys, and even once symptoms have been recognised, help is often not readily...
Queer Sex
A Trans and Non-Binary Guide to Intimacy, Pleasure and Relationships
Language: English
Release Date: April 19, 2018
LONGLISTED FOR THE POLARI FIRST BOOK PRIZE 2019
'Queer Sex is simply phenomenal' - Bitch Media
'A gift to anyone looking to open their minds and fall in love' - CN Lester
In this frank, funny and poignant book, transgender activist Juno Roche discusses sex, desire and dating with...