A Step by Step Guide to Running Neurodiversity-Affirming Groups (Revised Edition)
Minecraft (R) provides an ideal space for children of all neurotypes to learn and develop social awareness. The game makes exploring concepts like perspective-taking and communication fun, and it quickly provides common ground for both structured group and playground conversations. This new edition shares everything you need to know about setting ......
Improving Comprehension for Readers on the Autism Spectrum
Improve Reading Comprehension for Autistic Individuals Although they may be excellent readers, those with autism often need support for comprehension. Comprehension difficulties are subtle, qualitative, and difficult to tease out. As a result, their substantial level of risk for reading comprehension problems is often overlooked or unaddressed, ......
This first-of-its kind guide adapts an ACT model to ensure a meaningful, person-centred therapeutic approach for this group. From managing the lifelong impact of cognitive difficulties, having trouble regulating and understanding feelings - this guide will help the practitioner adapt ACT for salient issues related to adult intellectual disability.
Empower children aged 7 and upward to process big feelings and regulate their senses with Lauren Brukner's bestselling guide. This updated edition has been fully revised to be accessible for neurodivergent and dyslexic readers. Are you ready to be a superhero? Self-Control is here to teach you! With these amazing superpowers, you'll be able to ......
An Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Approach to Building Emotional Resilience
Raising an autistic child is a uniquely rewarding journey, filled with moments of joy, love and connection. However, it can also bring challenges that require understanding, patience, and new ways of looking at emotional growth and resilience. Supporting an autistic child effectively often requires two interlocking approaches: 1) changing the ......
All teachers are teachers of learners with neurodivergence, including dyslexia. With some simple adjustments and accommodations, learners with dyslexia can thrive in classrooms. This book brings practical advice to teachers on how to support the learning of dyslexic learners. Good Teaching for SEND is Good Teaching for All - so all of the ......
Perhaps a child in your family has been diagnosed as autistic, your therapist has suggested it, or people you know have called you 'Rain Man' throughout your life. Whatever the reason, here you are, either seeking to confirm or dispel the idea that you might be autistic. Written by two experts in autism assessment, this is a pathway for you to ......
A short, introductory guide to PDA for parents, extended family and professionals who are supporting a PDA child, with engaging illustrations throughout. Including explanations of the basics of PDA and how it can present, as well as straightforward advice on how best to meet the needs of the PDA child and their family, this is the go-to guide for ......