Your Life is Not a Label: A Guide to Living Fully with Autism and Asperger’s Syndrome by Jerry Newport. (XAD Newpo 2001) Newport, an adult with Asperger’s Syndrome, has an enthusiasm for life. He encourages teens and other adults on the spectrum to really love themselves, live life to the fullest, and not be afraid […]
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Middle School: The Stuff Nobody Tells You About
Middle School: The Stuff Nobody Tells You About by Haley Moss. (XAT Moss 2010) This book is a guide for girls with Asperger’s Syndrome or Autism who are entering middle school. This book was based on Moss’ own experiences. This book covers topics such as slang, homework help, fitting in, bullies, getting involved, social networking, […]
Martian in the Playground
Martian in the Playground by Clare Sainsdury. (XAS Sains 2000) This book gives an account of what it is like to be a schoolchild with Asperger syndrome drawn from her own experience, as well as commenting about theories on the subject. If available, item can be checked out from the resource room at no cost.
Through My Eyes: a life with Asperger’s
Through My Eyes: a life with Asperger’s by Quinn Koeneman. (XAS Koene 2006) A 12-year-old’s introspective monologue on his life with Asperger’s Syndrome. “Through My Eyes” will enlighten readers to the challenges faced by Aspie kids, and on an individual level, the writer’s perspective on his world. Pp. 60. If available, item can be checked […]
Asperger Download
Asperger Download: A guide to Help Teenage Males with Asperger Syndrome Trouble-Shoot Life’s Challengesby Josie Santomauro and Damian Santomauro. (XAT Santo 2007) Written by a teenager with Asperger Syndrome, this book shares real life experiences and offers definitions and advice to other teenagers on topics relevant to Asperger Syndrome. Pp. 106. If available, item can […]
Build Your Own Life: A Self-Help Guide for Individuals With Asperger’s Syndrome
Build Your Own Life: A Self-Help Guide for Individuals With Asperger’s Syndrome by Wendy Lawson. (XAT Lawso 1998) The author, who has Asperger’s Syndrome herself, guides others on the autism spectrum through the confusing map of life, tackling the building bricks of social existence one by one. With insight and practical suggestions she looks at […]
Marching Out of Time
Marching Out of Time by Quinn Koeneman. (XAS Koene 2008) The author explores how he came to terms with his diagnosis and how he has integrated it into his identity. His reason for writing this book, he said, is to help others with the diagnosis find their own acceptance and understanding of who they are. […]
INTRICATE MINDS II: Understanding Elementary School Classmates With Asperger Syndrome
INTRICATE MINDS II: Understanding Elementary School Classmates With Asperger Syndrome by Jessie Coulter and Dan Coulter (DVD) (XAS Intri 2006II) This DVD includes interviews with boys and girls aged 8 through 12 who describe what it’s like to have Asperger Syndrome. They reveal some of the positive qualities classmates will find if they take the […]
Freaks, Geeks and Asperger Syndrome
Freaks, Geeks and Asperger Syndrome by Luke Jackson and Tony Attwood. (XAT Jacks 2002) This story is written by a 13 year old who has Asperger’s Syndrome. He writes about his life and gives guidance on topics such as bullying, friendships, dating, problems in school and morality. Pp. 217. If available, item can be checked […]
Asperger’s on the Job
Asperger’s on the Job by Rudy Simone. (XAD Simon 2010) Rudy Simone, an adult with Asperger’s Syndrome and an accomplished author, consultant, and musician, created this insightful resource to help employers, educators, and therapists accommodate this growing population, and to help people with Asperger’s find and keep gainful employment. Pp. 200. If available, item can […]