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  From the bestselling author duo behind Can You See Me? comes this exceptional portrayal of autism diagnosis, with diary entries by 12-year-old autistic author Libby Scott. Taking place before Can You See Me? and Do You Know Me? this standout prequel follows Tally through her autism diagnosis in her final year of primary school. Ten-year-old Tally had high hopes for Year 6. Being in the top class at school means a whole host of privi...

Der soziale Ausschluss und ein massives Entwicklungsrisiko jugendlicher Mutter werden in der quantitativ wenig umfangreichen deutschen Fachliteratur (vielfach ohne genaue Bezugsgroessen) hervorgehoben. Massive Risikobelastungen und soziale Exklusion jugendlicher Mutter sollen im Rahmen der Kinder- und Jugendhilfe durch eine Erhoehung von Entwicklungschancen und Inklusion eingedammt werden. Um moegliche Risiko- und Defizitkreislaufe im Sinne der "Lebensweltorientierung" zu durchbrechen, werden in...

'Michael Farrell offers well sourced overviews of the conflicting and contradictory advice that is available to schools, suggests a variety of solutions to challenges, empowering the reader to make their own choices.' - Carol Smart, Special Needs Information Press Fully updated with the latest research and advice on best practice, this new edition of The Effective Teacher's Guide to Behavioural and Emotional Disorders covers a range of conditions that cause learning difficulties for children, in...

Progress made through early intervention can be destroyed if the planning for transition from home to school is not complete. "Practical Solutions for Educating Young Children with High-Functioning Autism and Asperger Syndrome" is designed to help parents and professionals navigate the challenges for early learners with high-functioning autism (HFA) and Asperger Syndrome (AS). Because their deficits are more subtle, these children may be less understood by educational professionals. This book is...

Responding to the need for educational stakeholders to be equipped to plan for constantly evolving developments in policy and practice for learners with learning and behavioral disabilities, this edited collection collates contributions from authors who predict what the next big things in the field will be, and offer recommendations on how to prepare for the future they envision.  The chapters cover a broad range of topics that include developments related to students’ legal rights and service...

Addressing the issue of behaviour problems in the early years, this book offers early years practitioners a practical and well-researched resource covering subjects such as: the nature and extent of behaviour problems in the early years definitions of behaviour problems theoretical frameworks and factors screening and assessment a blueprint for early identification and intervention. This resource is based on the author's own experience and research in early years practice and she uses a range of...

The Play Prescription: Using Play to Support Internalizing Behaviors explores internalizing behaviors such as anxiety, depression, and social withdrawal found in young children, ages 3 to 7. Behavioral symptoms are discussed, with a focus on child development and emotional competence. Dr. Liese discusses a range of research-supported interventions and prevention methods for children presenting symptoms and offers clear descriptions of educational strategies and implications for educators. In add...

Jackson Thomas, a fifth grade boy with Asperger Syndrome, is back in Joan Clark's sequel to "Jackson Whole Wyoming". This time, Jackson's in a new school with a new person telling the story. Hillary Branson has a real attitude problem, spunk, independence, and a tendency to lie. In "Ann Drew Jackson", when the teachers assigns her to complete a science project with Jackson, Hillary tries to rebel in any way she can. As the story develops her issues are revealed. She and Jackson eventually discov...

A comprehensive look at inner-city youth programs. Urban Sanctuaries analyzes the strategies of community leaders and organizations. The author describes how these leaders create and sustain youth programs in spite of enormous challenges.