The Autism Activities Handbook: Activities to Help Kids Communicate, Make Friends, and Learn Life Skills (Autism Spectrum Disorder, Autism Books)
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A treasure of practical, playful and engaging activities for kids on the spectrum The Autism Activities Handbook offers strategies and ideas to enrich the lives of children through meaningful activity. More than 30 games and activities help the child on the spectrum: follow directions, stay focused, and strengthen motor skills;interact with peers and develop social skills needed for playdates;build vocabulary, expand communication, and answer questions. Features illustrations by an artist on the autism spectrum.
“Another in the long line of books I wish I had at my disposal when my daughter was growing up!” -Hackie Reitman, MD, neurodiversity advocate, author of Aspertools and father of a young woman on the spectrum.
“Ms Pascuas has her finger on the pulse of the autism community, and she has used that knowledge to create a book that should be on the bookshelf of every classroom and therapy room.” -Dr Linda Barboa, founder, Stars for Autism, Inc.
“Professionals and parents will love having this resource of thoughtful interventions to address the needs of this very special population.” -Dr Robert Jason Grant, author and creator of AutPlay® Therapy
Publisher : Edx Autism Publishing
Publication date : April 28, 2016
Language : English
Print length : 116 pages
ISBN-10 : 099515760X
ISBN-13 : 978-0995157606
Item Weight : 4.3 ounces
Dimensions : 5 x 0.27 x 8 inches
Part of series : Autism Spectrum Disorder, Autism Books
Best Sellers Rank: #295,488 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #469 in Parenting Books on Children with Disabilities
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Joel H. –
Really excellent book!
After having a grandchild diagnosed as on the autism spectrum I began researching and stumbled across the author’s podcast. I started hearing her discuss this book but I was too late to get into the kickstarter campaign. I was looking into purchasing the book when the author sent out the opportunity to receive and review the book. I jumped at the opportunity and received my copy of the book and immediately read it cover to cover and started working through it with my grandchild. All of the activities are simply but thoroughly explained and you can tell immediately which might be just right for your situation. Just like with autism, not every activity will apply to every child but I am very pleased with what does apply to our situation. I’ve already ordered another copy to share with some other family members and will order more I’m sure. This is an excellent book not only for autism but for any condition that makes interaction with a child more difficult than “normal”. I would recommend it for everyone.
Vic –
Very beneficial
I am a father of a child that has autism. While it’s not easy at times, we always learn new things and know how to enjoy life. I also constantly look for literature and lessons of different kind that would help us. This book did a tremendous job in helping my child. I would definitely recommend to anyone with similar problems.
Amy A –
This is a great book full of fun activities
This is a great book full of fun activities. The activities that we have done have helped my other children understand some of their little sisters obstacles…. Awesome
pan –
Awesome activities
Definitely a Lotta good ideas in here and you can also get creative to make them more challenging or whatever depending on how functional or low functioning they are
dawn hamilton –
Ok
Basic info
nubianmba –
Worthy Investment
Numerous activities to engage in with children with autism. Wish it was available in hard copy.
MariaAngela –
Great Book
Lovely Book to help Me teach My Son New Skills at his Pace.
Mark N –
Not helpful
My grandson is 6 years old, on the spectrum and very high functioning. His language and communication skills are really well developed except in social situations other than his family. He doesn’t know how to approach his classmates and make new friends. I was hoping this book would help with this problem but I don’t see how. I haven’t read anything that would be helpful for my grandson’s situation. This book seems to be geared more towards children who don’t have any communication skills. It does well in describing helpful activities, but there are no explanations given as to why or how the activity helps. I guess I was hoping to gain a better understanding as to why any given activity is helpful. I’m unhappy with this book because I feel like I’m not getting the whole story and I wish I could get my money back.
Shanti, Bangalore –
What a wonderful book it is. Giving clear instructions how to train them step by step. Hope it will help my autistic daughter and many like her. Will review again after few months. Thank you.
HEATHER COOPER –
Enjoyed this book great tips and activities for the children easy to follow. Fun to do.
Liolao –
Il libro contiene qualche spunto utile ma in linea di massima posso dire che è un volume che non è né innovativo ne particolarmente interessante. Forse per chi è alle prime armi può sembrare utile ma di fatto non credo lo sia, anzi, talvolta penso possa portare anche fuori strada.
Karen –
This book has some excellent ideas which can be easily modified to suit your child’s preferences. Keeping a child engaged and excited about social games can be a challenge, as such, new ideas can go a long way in helping build strong social bonds and other core skills.
Placeholder –
The book seems to describe many simple activity which aren’t fussy,easy to carry out n quite helpful…it would have been better if it had more illustrations ..nevertheless it’s a great ideas book which can help parents,teachers n therapists working with children with ASD .