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Ashley Can Tie Her Shoes
Kit includes two sets of color coded laces and an instructional book. Instructions for using both the Rabbit and Fox method and the Bunny Ears method of tying laces are described. Imagery script for the former is also available. Material from Little Friends, Inc. http://littlefriendsinc.org/.
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The Hidden Curriculum of Getting and Keeping a Job by Brenda Smith Myles, PhD, Judy Endow MSW, and Malcolm Mayfield.
(XSS Smith 2013)
A Guide for individuals with Autism Spectrum and Other Social-Cognitive Challenges. Pp. 99.
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My Sensory Book: Working Together to Explore Sensory Issues and the Big Feelings They Can Cause: A Workbook for Parents, Professionals, and Children by Lauren H. Kerstein.
(XOT Kerstein 2008)
This book is designed to assist children with establishing a clearer understanding of their sensory systems and how they impact their emotions. A major emphasis is placed on identifying the triggers for strong reactions to many seemingly harmless events, which in turn helps put strategies in place that may mitigate these feelings and ultimately help them cope more effectively with the world around them. The workbook includes activities for self-exploration and helps children (and their adult facilitators) develop a personal plan for handling challenging situations. Pp.157.
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Visual Recipes: A Cookbook for Non-Readers by Tabitah Orth.
(XOT Orth 2006)
This cookbook is laid out entirely with pictorial and text descriptions on how to cook basic recipes. The step by step instructions are short, clear, and easy to understand. The book has 35 total recipes for breakfast, lunch, dinner, side orders, snacks, deserts, and drinks. It was written specifically for people with autism and other developmental disabilities who are non readers so that they could become more independent in the kitchen. Pp.107.
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The ABC’s of Special Needs Planning Made Easy by Bart Stevens.
(XLP Steve 2002)
This book is a great resource for people who are dependent on state and federal benefits for their basic supports and income. It is one of the simplest tools on special needs planning because it provides a clear, step-by-step guide for helping individuals, families, and professionals to understand the law and then to make informed decisions to plan for the future. Pp. 122.
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The Special Needs Planning Guide: How to Prepare for Every Stage in Your Child’s Life by John W. Nadworny and Cynthia R. Haddad.
(XLP Nadwo 2007)
Included are all the tools families need to create an effective action plan for their finances: planning checklists and forms, a helpful glossary of financial terms, “planning pointers” that help readers remember key points, and extended case studies dramatizing other families’ evolving challenges and solutions. Pp. 310.
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Special People, Special Planning: Creating a Safe Legal Haven for Families With Special Needs by Peggy R. Hoyt and Candace Pollock.
(XLP Hoyt 2003)
This book is designed to address the concerns of families with special needs children. It’s is a must-have guide for families with a special needs child in order to understand the factors that come to bear when planning for their special person. It provides a framework upon which the family can organize the information they receive from advisors, articles or organizations, plus financial planning suggestions and estate planning for the disabled. Pp. 156.
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Special Needs Trusts: Protect Your Child’s Financial Future by Stephen Elias.
(XLP Elias 2007)
Special Needs Trusts shows you how to leave any amount of money to your disabled loved one, without jeopardizing government benefits. It provides plain-English information and forms that let you create a special needs trust by modifying your will or living trust document. Pp. 272.
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Be Careful and Stay Safe by Cheri J. Meiners and Meredith Johnson.
(XBC Meine 2007)
This book teaches little ones how to avoid potentially dangerous situations, ask for help, follow directions, use things carefully, and plan ahead. Includes questions, activities, and safety games that reinforce the ideas being taught. Pp. 35.
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When My Autism Gets Too Big by Kari Dunn Buron and Brenda Smith Myles.
(XBC Buron 2003)
This books gives young children an opportunity to explore with parents or teachers their own feelings as they react to events in their daily lives while learning some useful relaxation techniques. Children who use the simple strategies presented in this book will find themselves relaxed and ready to work or play. Pp. 20.
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Life Skill Lessons by Ellen McPeek Glisan.
(XED Glisa 2006)
Teaches a wide variety of life skills aligned to general curriculum (Math, Social Studies, Science/Health, Language Arts) for transition students with mild to moderate disabilities. (Pp. 248)
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Raising a Child with Autism: A Guide to ABA for Parents by Shira Richman.
(XIN Richm 2006)
The author explains how parents can adapt the practical techniques used in ABA for use at home. Tips to enhance play skills, improve communication and sibling interaction and increase independence are provided. The book also covers toilet training, food selectivity, self-dressing and community outings. It includes an overview of the theory behind ABA as well as a list of resources for further reading. Pp. 157.
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Life Skill Lessons Worksheet Directory by Ellen McPeek Glisan.
(XED Glisa 2008)
Teaches a wide variety of life skills aligned to general curriculum (Math, Social Studies, Science/Health, Language Arts) for transition students with mild to moderate disabilities. (Pp. 191)
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by Mary Korpi.
(XAT Korp 2008)
The first part of the book explains how families can adapt everyday routines in order to encourage the development of essential life skills the child will need as he matures. It outlines the application of person-first planning in all aspects of the child’s life. The second section is an overview of adult programs including: adult day programs, college, employment and residential and recreational opportunities. It includes critical information regarding eligibility requirements, financial support and legal concerns. Pp. 144.
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Taking Care of Myself: A Hygiene, Puberty, and Personal Curriculum for Young People with Autism by Mary Wrobel.
(XAT Wrobe 2003)
This book was written to provide necessary information on the skills students need to live safe, healthy lives as independently as possible. Pp. 248.
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Steps to Independence: Teaching Everyday Skills to Children With Special Needs by Bruce L. Baker and Alan J. Brightman.
(XAT Baker 2004)
This book is a hands-on resource that outlines various strategies for teaching life skills to children from age three through young adulthood. Pp. 353.
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