Asperger’s Huh? A Child’s Perspective

Asperger’s Huh?  A Child’s Perspective by John Strachan and Rosina G. Schnurr. (XBC Schnu 1999) This is a children’s story which explains Asperger’s Syndrome.  It describes the life of a child with Asperger’s. Pp. 52. If available, item can be checked out from the resource room at no cost.

I Like Birthdays…It’s the Parties I’m Not Sure About!

I Like Birthdays…It’s the parties I’m not sure about! by Laurie Renke. (XBC Renke 2005) Written through the eyes of a young child with sensory integration disorder, this book helps readers understand why birthday parties can be a joyless, noisy, bothersome, and even scary experience. Pp. 44. If available, item can be checked out from […]

Hanni and Beth SAFE and SOUND

Hanni and Beth SAFE and SOUND by Beth Finke. (XBC Finke 2007) This straightforward book will help children understand that blindness doesn’t have to be a disability, especially with the help of a companion animal. Notes from Hanni and Beth will also help children understand the journey that each had to go through in order […]

This is Asperger Syndrome

This is Asperger Syndrome  by Elisa Ganon. (XBC Gagno 1999) This book introduces siblings, peers and other children to the everyday challenges faced by children with Asperger Syndrome at home or at school. The book is written for children ages 6-12.  A special section, ‘Notes on Asperger Syndrome’, at the end of the book summarizes […]

Tubes in my Ears: Down Syndrome and Surgery

Tubes in my Ears: Down Syndrome and Surgery by Georgia Villalobos. (XBC Villa 2008) This book is about a child with Down’s syndrome who had ear surgery. It has pictures to show each step as we go through her adventure. Pp.24. If available, item can be checked out from the resource room at no cost.

All Cats Have Asperger Syndrome

All Cats Have Asperger Syndrome By Kathy Hoopmann. (XBC Hoopm 2007) Delightful color photographs of cats bring to life familiar characteristics such as sensitive hearing, scampering at the first sign of being stroked and particular eating habits. Touching, humorous and insightful, this book evokes the difficulties and joys of raising a child who is different […]

Too Safe for Strangers

Too Safe for Strangers  By Robert Kahn. (XBC Kahn 2001 Safe) This book has a simple and effective method to deal with strangers so kids are better prepared if they encounter a bad stranger. This book has very practical and easy steps to take to stay safe. It provides a helpful list of grownups who […]