SCERTS ® Model: A Comprehensive Educational Approach for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders Volume I and II by Barry M. Prizant, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, Amy M. Wetherby, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, Emily Rubin, CCC-SLP, Amy C. Laurent, Ed.M., OTR/L, & Patrick J. Rydell, Ed.D. (XED Priza) This model provides a framework for improving communication and social-emotional abilities in individuals […]
Category: Education
The education system can be difficult for children with ASD to navigate and challenging for parents to advocate within. We have many books focused on education.
TEACCH Transition Assessment Profile (TTAP) Second Edition
TEACCH Transition Assessment Profile (TTAP) Second Edition TEACCH Transition Assessment Profile (TTAP)-Second Edition is a newly titled and major revision of the Adolescent and Adult Psychoeducational Profile (AAPEP). This comprehensive test was developed for adolescents and older children with autism spectrum disorders, particularly those who have transition needs. The TTAP is structured to satisfy those […]
Life Skills Activities for Special Children
Life Skills Activities for Special Children by Darlene Mannix. (XED Mainni 1992) Teaching life skills to special children can be challenging to both parents and educators. Use these 145 lessons with reproducible activities to help your children experience success and independence at home, school, and in the community. Pp. 368. If available, item can be checked […]
Educating Children and Youth With Autism: Strategies for Effective Practice
Educating Children and Youth With Autism: Strategies for Effective Practice by Richard L. Simpson and Brenda Smith Myles. (XED Simps 1998) The contributors of these 11 articles concentrate on the practical needs of professionals for the most current information about ASDs, focusing on such topics as understanding and responding to the needs of children and […]
Working Together for a Brighter Future: Unique Approaches for Educating High Functioning Students with Autism
Working Together for a Brighter Future: Unique Approaches for Educating High Functioning Students with Autism by Marilyn F. Hays and Veronica Zysk (XED Hays) The main focus of this book presents behavior changing process, the academic process, social communication, and finally some case studies of students who were diagnosed with autism. Pp. 280. If available, […]
Inclusive Programming of Middle School Students with Autism/Asperger’s
Inclusive Programming of Middle School Students with Autism/Asperger’s by Shelia Wagnor. (XED Wagne 2002) The author covers everything from academic requirements and homework issues to social conflicts, such as dress codes and raging hormones. Pp. 205. If available, item can be checked out from the resource room at no cost.
Surviving Due Process: When Parents and the School Board Disagree, Stephen Jeffers v. School Board
Surviving Due Process: When Parents and the School Board Disagree, Stephen Jeffers v. School Board by Esq. Kathleen S. Mehfoud, Esq. Peter W.D. Wright, Esq. Darrel Tillar Mason, and VAVS Productions. (XED Survi 2004) In this DVD you will see how a case is prepared and presented by both sides in a Due Process hearing. 2 […]
IEP and Inclusion Tips for Parents and Teachers
IEP and Inclusion Tips for Parents and Teachers by Anne Eason, ESq and Dr. Kathleen Whitbread (XED Eason 2006) This book provides strategies that encourage parent and teacher participation in the IEP process. It encourages both teams to work together to be one team, which is beneficial to the child. It also provides notes and […]
All about IEPs
All about IEPs by Wrightslaw. (XED Wright 2010) This book answers frequently asked questions about IEPs. It explains what the law says about IEP teams and IEP meetings, parental rights & consent, steps in developing the IEP, placement, transition, assistive technology, and strategies to resolve disagreements that may occur. If available, item can be checked […]
Wrightslaw WebEx Training: Special Ed Law and Advocacy Training
Wrightslaw WebEx Training: Special Ed Law and Advocacy Training CD-ROM. (XED Wrigh 2007) This Wrightslaw WebEx Training CD-ROM is a 6.5 hour course covering topics including creating IEPs, laws and rights, test measurements, and effective advocacy. If available, item can be checked out from the resource room at no cost.