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"This comprehensive guide is a trusted source for understanding neurodiversity that features a brief introduction to the autism spectrum. It also provides easy communication strategies like active listening and positive encouragement as well as steps to avoid misunderstandings by teaching how to recognize biases and correct them. Additionally, you'll learn why the term "high functioning autism" is a misnomer to define members of this vibrant community."--Provided...
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Do you struggle to explain what autism? Do you want to help autistic people and don't know where to start? Are you neurodiverse and struggle to explain your needs? This book is a simple approach to genuinely understanding autism so that we can all be better allies. Learning about what autism is and how to support your autistic loved one does not have to be difficult. This book empowers children and adults to understand, support, and include all neurotypes....
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A father's inspiring portrait of his daughter informs this classic reassessment of the "epidemic" of autism.
When Isabel Grinker was diagnosed with autism in 1994, it occurred in only about 3 of every 10,000 children. Within ten years, rates had skyrocketed. Some scientists reported rates as high as 1 in 150. The media had declared autism an epidemic.
“Unstrange Minds” documents the global quest of Isabel's father, renowned anthropologist Roy...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.4 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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"Temple Grandin wasn't officially diagnosed with autism until she was in her 40s, but she knew at an early age that she was different from her family and classmates. She couldn't show affection, she acted out when noises or other stimuli overwhelmed her, and she only felt comfortable when spending time with the animals on her aunt's ranch. But instead of seeing her differences as limitations, Temple used them to guide her education and career in animal...
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A parent's guide to helping children with autism maximize their potential.
Over a decade ago, an autism diagnosis had confined Lori Ashley Taylor's daughter Hannah to an inaccessible world. Lori became a tireless researcher, worker, and advocate, and her dedication showed results. There can be progression and shifting on the spectrum, and Hannah has done just that-she has emerged.
Part narrative and part practical guide, Dragonfly provides anecdotal...
11) Autism
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Greenhaven Press
Pub. Date
c2008
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168 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.
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English
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Discusses the various aspects of autism.
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Orange Hat Publishing
Pub. Date
[2020]
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113 pages : illustrations ; 21 cm
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English
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An autobiography from Jesse L. Horn, an autistic person whose "story will lead families facing autism to hope--hope that those with autism are so much more than a diagnosis. They are capable of discovering life-fulfilling passions and defining for themselves what it is to live with autism. Jesse has gone on to earn international titles in sport stacking with Team USA, is a motivational speaker and ambassador, and has guest-starred on CBS's The Doctors"--Publisher...
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Fast facts volume 2008, September
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Colorado Department of Education, Exceptional Student Leadership Unit
Pub. Date
2008
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1 online resource (2 p.)
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English
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Autism Movement Therapy
Pub. Date
[2007]
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1 videodisc (68 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
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English
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Autism movement therapy combines structured movement with music connecting the left & right hemispheres of the brain for a whole brain cognitive re-mapping approach. This technique assists children with interaction with peers, working in groups, and performing academically in the classroom.
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