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Personal & social issues: disability & special needs (Children's / Teenage)
Paperback. This is a science fiction novel for kids, with a difference. Ben is learning to cope with his newly diagnosed Asperger Syndrome. When an alien crash-lands in his back yard, the humorous parallels between the alien's inability to relate to humans and Ben's own idiosyncrasies highlight the difficulties Aspie kids face every day. Series: Asperger Adventures. Num Pages: 112 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JNS; YXK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (JC) Children's (6-12); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 212 x 140 x 9. Weight in Grams: 158.
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843100072
- ISBN
- 9781843100072
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 16.86
€ 16.86
Paperback. Seb is a loner. Brilliant with numbers but hopeless with people, he prefers the company of computers and his only friend, Guzzle. Things change for the better when he makes some friends, and a new computer teacher arrives. However, Seb is soon caught up in a web of computer fraud and lies and turns to Madeline's mysterious cyber friend for help. Num Pages: 160 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: YXK. Category: (Y) Teenage / Young Adult. Dimension: 215 x 142 x 9. Weight in Grams: 208.
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Number of pages
- 224
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Edition
- 3rd Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843100720
- ISBN
- 9781843100720
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.65
€ 19.65
Paperback. This third edition of reflects changes in understanding of ADHD and in our approach to its treatment. While the majority of what's written about ADHD emphasizes behaviors that bother adults, this book emphasises those aspects of ADHD that are troublesome to the children, trying to look at the world more from their point of view. Illustrator(s): Beyl, Charles. Num Pages: 96 pages, b/w illustrations. BIC Classification: 5AG; YXK. Category: (E) Primary & Secondary Education; (J) Children / Juvenile. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 7. Weight in Grams: 218.
- Publisher
- American Psychological Association United States
- Number of pages
- 96
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Edition
- Third
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781591471554
- ISBN
- 9781591471554
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 14.09
€ 19.99
€ 14.09
Paperback. Christian is a 12-year-old who has suffered from over- and under-sensitivity issues since birth. Through detection, diagnosis, therapy and treatment, this book looks at the battles, frustrations and triumphs familiar to those with (or caring for those with) sensory integration difficulties. Illustrator(s): Berns, Joel M. Num Pages: 80 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: YXK. Category: (J) Children / Juvenile; (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 243 x 174 x 7. Weight in Grams: 222.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 80
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843107835
- ISBN
- 9781843107835
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 24.57
€ 24.57
Paperback. This book uses examples of advocacy to explore how to be a good advocate, emphasising the importance of listening to and working with an advocacy partner and explaining how to prepare for and behave in meetings. It is illustrated throughout with colour drawings and case studies. Illustrator(s): Lyon, Kate. Num Pages: 56 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JKS; JNS; YXK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 246 x 173 x 4. Weight in Grams: 181.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Number of pages
- 56
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843104773
- ISBN
- 9781843104773
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 29.60
€ 29.60
Paperback. Debbie invites readers to learn about diabetes type 1 from her perspective, describing what it feels like to have high and low blood sugar levels and how she monitors them, and explaining what medication she has to take and when. She talks about the challenges of having diabetes and lets readers know how she can be helped and supported. Illustrator(s): MacConville, Julia. Series: Can I Tell You About..?. Num Pages: 64 pages, 20 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: MJGD; VFJB; YXK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 233 x 162 x 6. Weight in Grams: 150.
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 64
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849054690
- ISBN
- 9781849054690
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.07
€ 17.07
Paperback. Some of the world's most celebrated authors indicate signs of autism and AS. Through analysis of biographies, autobiographies, letters and diaries, Professor Julie Brown identifies literary talents who display characteristics of Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and uncovers the similarities in their writing that suggest atypical, autistic brains. Num Pages: 240 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 2AB; DSB; JM; YXK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 228 x 153 x 14. Weight in Grams: 340.
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Number of pages
- 240
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843109136
- ISBN
- 9781843109136
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 60.32
€ 60.32
Hardback. This charmingly illustrated, rhyming book is a perfect introduction to autism for young readers aged 2 and over including siblings, friends and children on the autism spectrum themselves. It captures the world of Tomas - a little boy who loves trains, rhyming words and his dog Flynn and hates sudden noise and surprises. Illustrator(s): Telford, Jane. Num Pages: 32 pages, Full page colour illustrations. BIC Classification: 5AC; YFB; YXK. Category: (J) Children / Juvenile. Dimension: 224 x 282 x 9. Weight in Grams: 372.
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849055444
- ISBN
- 9781849055444
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 19.60
€ 19.60
Paperback. Meet Adam, a young boy with AS. He helps children understand the difficulties faced by a child with AS, telling them what AS is, how it feels to have AS and how they can help by understanding their differences and appreciating their many talents. This illustrated book is an excellent starting point for family and classroom discussions. Illustrator(s): Telford, Jane. Series: Can I Tell You About..?. Num Pages: 48 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: MJNA; VFJB; YXK. Category: (J) Children / Juvenile. Dimension: 233 x 157 x 4. Weight in Grams: 122.
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Edition
- Illustrated
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843102069
- ISBN
- 9781843102069
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 16.86
€ 16.86
Paperback. Num Pages: 128 pages, with spot cartoons, tables & quotes. BIC Classification: 4W; YXK. Category: (J) Children / Juvenile. Dimension: 228 x 153 x 7. Weight in Grams: 180.
- Publisher
- Free Spirit Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 128
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Edition
- Reprint
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781575424477
- ISBN
- 9781575424477
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 15.99€ 14.52
€ 15.99
€ 14.52
Paperback. .
- Publisher
- LDA
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781855036048
- ISBN
- 9781855036048
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 9.99€ 9.12
€ 9.99
€ 9.12
paperback. Num Pages: 40 pages, full colour illustrations. BIC Classification: YXK. Category: (J) Children / Juvenile. Dimension: 254 x 203 x 3. Weight in Grams: 136.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Star Bright Books United States
- Edition
- Illustrated
- Number of pages
- 40
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781595722089
- ISBN
- 9781595722089
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 11.38
€ 11.38
Paperback. Grief brought Finley to Ireland. Love will lead her home. Num Pages: 320 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: YF; YXK; YXZR. Category: (Y) Teenage / Young Adult. Dimension: 213 x 139 x 22. Weight in Grams: 304.
- Publisher
- Thomas Nelson Publishers United States
- Number of pages
- 314
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781595545404
- ISBN
- 9781595545404
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 13.00€ 12.53
€ 13.00
€ 12.53
Hardback. Eight-year-old Quinn, a young boy with AS, tells young readers about the achievements and characteristics of his autism heroes, from Albert Einstein, to Lewis Carroll, Benjamin Banneker and Julia Bowman Robinson, among others. All excel in different fields, but are united by the fact that they often found it difficult to fit in-just like Quinn. Illustrator(s): Thomas, Marc; Elder, Jennifer. Num Pages: 48 pages, 21 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: JNS; VFJD; YXK; YXL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (JC) Children's (6-12); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 255 x 199 x 9. Weight in Grams: 356.
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Number of pages
- 48
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Edition
- Illustrated
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843108153
- ISBN
- 9781843108153
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 21.84
€ 21.84
Paperback. Gathering the artistic talents of children with Asperger syndrome and artists from around the world, as well as her own artwork, Jennifer O'Toole has created a one-of-a-kind coloring book. Full of Aspie special interests - mythology, science, math, and more - this cool coloring book is educational, fun, and above all a celebration of difference! Num Pages: 64 pages, 50+ black and white. BIC Classification: YBGC; YXK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 278 x 207 x 4. Weight in Grams: 214.
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 64
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Edition
- Workbook
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849059589
- ISBN
- 9781849059589
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 14.50
€ 14.50
Paperback. Jennifer Cook O'Toole provides girls on the autism spectrum with an inspiring guide to life in her new book, covering everything from friendship and accepting the unique 'you' to dating and body shapes. Full of inspirational advice, and with illustrations throughout, it will be the perfect companion for any Asperger chick on the road to womanhood. Illustrator(s): Richards, Anne-Louise. Num Pages: 240 pages, 21 black and white illustrations. BIC Classification: 5AP; YXK; YXL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 153 x 230 x 17. Weight in Grams: 388.
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849057905
- ISBN
- 9781849057905
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 24.17
€ 24.17
Hardcover. Num Pages: 40 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DDF; YNH; YNM; YNT; YXK. Category: (J) Children / Juvenile. Dimension: 228 x 286 x 12. Weight in Grams: 406.
- Publisher
- Knopf Books for Young Readers
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780449813379
- ISBN
- 9780449813379
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 20.99€ 16.85
€ 20.99
€ 16.85
Paperback. "Tells the story of Jetty, a girl with ADHD. With the help of her doctor, counselor, teacher, and parents, she is able to overcome her problems at school and with friends"-- Num Pages: 96 pages, Full colour throughout. BIC Classification: 4W; YF; YXK. Category: (J) Children / Juvenile. Dimension: 228 x 181 x 7. Weight in Grams: 252.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- American Psychological Association
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781433811975
- ISBN
- 9781433811975
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 11.34
€ 11.34
Hardback. Liam Goes Poo in the Toilet illustrates the relationship between eating and excreting. It provides visual instructions on how to "relax and push". After much fanfare, Liam finally masters going 'poo' in the toilet, and both he and Mum bask in the glory of a job well done. Num Pages: 32 pages, 24 illustrations. BIC Classification: YFB; YXK; YXL. Category: (J) Children / Juvenile. Dimension: 186 x 169 x 8. Weight in Grams: 196.
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Number of pages
- 32
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Edition
- Illustrated
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843109006
- ISBN
- 9781843109006
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 18.40
€ 18.40
Paperback. The needs of a child with autism often overwhelm a family, leaving neurotypical children feeling overshadowed. For the first time, the 'neurotypical' siblings get to have their say. They recount the good, the bad, and the downright annoying in a way that all young people in a similar situation will immediately recognise. Editor(s): Botsford Johnson, Jane; Van Rensselaer, Anne. Num Pages: 96 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: YXFM; YXK. Category: (JC) Children's (6-12); (Y) Teenage / Young Adult. Dimension: 216 x 141 x 6. Weight in Grams: 146.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 96
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849058292
- ISBN
- 9781849058292
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 22.06
€ 22.06
Hardback. At school Kevin feels that he is not 'okay.' He finds that all the other kids in his class are faster than him at answering the teacher's questions, and he feels like he will never catch up with them. But, one day, his reading teacher asks him to help out with the school store and Kevin soon begins to recognise his strengths and think differently. Illustrator(s): McHale, Kara. Num Pages: 36 pages, Full color illustrations throughout. BIC Classification: YBC; YBCS; YXK; YXT. Category: (J) Children / Juvenile. Dimension: 260 x 200. .
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781785927324
- ISBN
- 9781785927324
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 20.93
€ 20.93
Paperback. Max and Me - a story about sensory processing, tells the story of a child's first days at school. Each day gets harder for him as he struggles to cope with the noise, lights and activities of a busy school day. One day he has had enough .. that's when his mum tells him about Max - his modulator. Illustrator(s): Molto, Blanca. Num Pages: 60 pages, Full colour illustrations. BIC Classification: JNS; YXK. Category: (EJ) Primary; (JC) Children's (6-12). Dimension: 213 x 210 x 7. Weight in Grams: 184.
- Publisher
- LDA
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Edition
- 2nd Revised edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781855036161
- ISBN
- 9781855036161
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 26.99€ 20.16
€ 26.99
€ 20.16
Paperback. Gunilla, who is now an adult, received her diagnosis of Asperger Syndrome several years ago. She has written this book for all children and teenagers who have similar difficulties. It's an important book - in fact, it's the only one of its kind. Num Pages: 48 pages, portraits. BIC Classification: 5AN; JFFG; MMJ; YXK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 173 x 123 x 4. Weight in Grams: 52.
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853028403
- ISBN
- 9781853028403
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 14.54
€ 14.54
Paperback. Offers a full 100 of the author's famous Social Stories, explaining what to do in everyday situations that spectrum children may find confusing. This title includes stories such as: 'Can I hold the baby?'; 'How to give a hug'; and 'What am I supposed to do at recess'. It also includes directions for 'reviewing' a Social Story with others. Num Pages: 153 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: YXK. Category: (J) Children / Juvenile. Dimension: 279 x 213 x 10. Weight in Grams: 420.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- Future Horizons
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781885477422
- ISBN
- 9781885477422
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 55.76
€ 55.76