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Personal & social issues: disability & special needs (Children's / Teenage)

Hardback. Joey explains what to expect during a visit to the dentist - he describes how x-ray machines work, why you need to wear a bib, and lists the different kinds of tools that dentists use. This book will be a source of information for families of children with ASDs or related conditions, and the professionals who work with them, including dentists. Num Pages: 32 pages, 16 illustrations. BIC Classification: 4W; YXA; YXK. Category: (JC) Children's (6-12). Dimension: 223 x 286 x 9. Weight in Grams: 374.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
32
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843108542
ISBN
9781843108542
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 19.71

Paperback. With acerbic wit and a hilarious voice, Shane Burcaw describes the challenges he faces as a twenty-one-year- old with spinal muscular atrophy. From awkward handshakes to having a girlfriend and everything in between, Shane handles his situation with humour and a "you-only-live-once" perspective on life. Num Pages: 288 pages, 28 black and white photographs. BIC Classification: YNH; YXK. Category: (Y) Teenage / Young Adult. Dimension: 211 x 139 x 24. Weight in Grams: 240.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
Palgrave USA
Edition
Illustrated
Condition
New
SKU
V9781250080103
ISBN
9781250080103
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 15.90

Paperback. Provides tools for identifying, understanding, and overcoming the struggles facing teenagers and young adults with learning disabilities. This book aims to empower teenagers, showing them how to create an educational plan for high school and college. Series: It Happened to Me. Num Pages: 312 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: YNGL; YXK. Category: (Y) Teenage / Young Adult. Dimension: 180 x 254 x 23. Weight in Grams: 656.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Scarecrow Press United States
Number of pages
312
Condition
New
SKU
V9780810856431
ISBN
9780810856431
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 27.99
€ 26.13

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
€ 18.64

Paperback. When Lisa's Great Aunt Hannah moves into a nursing home nearby, she draws Lisa into the art of lace making and through the criss-crossing of threads, Lisa is helped to understand her own Asperger Syndrome. But Great Aunt Hannah also has a secret and now it is up to Lisa to confront the mysterious Lacemaker and put the past to rest. Series: Asperger Adventures. Num Pages: 128 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: YXK. Category: (JC) Children's (6-12). Dimension: 216 x 142 x 8. Weight in Grams: 172.
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Pub
Number of pages
116
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843100713
ISBN
9781843100713
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.71

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

€ 29.90

Paperback. Offers original 'Social Stories', that explain what to do in everyday situations that spectrum children may find confusing. These simple stories help them understand particular situations, what a child might do in that situation, and what the outcome might be. Num Pages: 232 pages. BIC Classification: YXK. Category: (J) Children / Juvenile. Dimension: 279 x 210 x 12. Weight in Grams: 548.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1997
Publisher
Future Horizons
Condition
New
SKU
V9781885477415
ISBN
9781885477415
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 73.54

Paperback. .
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9781785920349
ISBN
9781785920349
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.40

paperback. Written by the students of Limpsfield Grange School for girls with autism, M is for Autism is a truly authentic coming-of-age novel that shows what it's really like to grow up feeling a bit different. Why is being normal so easy for everyone else? Will finally getting a label help M to make sense of it all? What does normal even mean anyway? Num Pages: 96 pages, 12 colour. BIC Classification: 5AL; YFS; YXK. Category: (J) Children / Juvenile. Dimension: 217 x 141 x 9. Weight in Grams: 200.
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Edition
Illustrated
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849056847
ISBN
9781849056847
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.40

Paperback. This book provides guidance for schools and parents on how to make the transfer from primary to secondary as easy as possible for children with ASDs. It advocates the need for scrupulous preparation of transfer arrangements because children with ASDs struggle to predict the outcome of any new situation. Illustrator(s): Al-Ghani, Haitham. Num Pages: 96 pages, 7 cartoons. BIC Classification: JNSL; YXK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 297 x 212 x 6. Weight in Grams: 298.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
96
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843109341
ISBN
9781843109341
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 35.00

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
€ 20.35

Hardback. When a child is diagnosed with an Autism Spectrum Disorder, parents often feel overwhelmed and uncertain about how to communicate the diagnosis to their child. This beautifully illustrated picture book helps parents to explain autism to their child in a sensitive, positive and accurate way using clear language that speaks directly to the child. Illustrator(s): Levi, Tamar. Num Pages: 48 pages, 38 colour. BIC Classification: YXK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 219 x 220 x 10. Weight in Grams: 346.
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers United Kingdom
Number of pages
32
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849054386
ISBN
9781849054386
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 19.45

Paperback. When Ryan meets Daniel, a boy who is too afraid to talk in school or other places outside of his home, he befriends him. Their friendship grows, and Daniel feels comfortable enough to talk to his new friend. Ryan's hopes for the day when his friend will be able to talk in school so that the other children may get to know the 'real' Daniel. Num Pages: 28 pages, col. Illustrations. BIC Classification: YFB; YXK. Category: (E) Primary & Secondary Education; (J) Children / Juvenile. Dimension: 210 x 210 x 4. Weight in Grams: 100.
Publisher
Speechmark Publishing Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
28
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780863885624
ISBN
9780863885624
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 20.99

Paperback. Series: Friends with Disabilities. Num Pages: 24 pages, full colour illustrations. BIC Classification: 5AF; YXK. Category: (JC) Children's (6-12). Dimension: 201 x 52 x 2. Weight in Grams: 76.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Picture Window Books
Condition
New
SKU
V9781404861084
ISBN
9781404861084
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 10.99
€ 10.15

Paperback. Series: Friends with Disabilities. Num Pages: 24 pages, full colour illustrations. BIC Classification: 5AF; YXK. Category: (JC) Children's (6-12). Dimension: 203 x 207 x 2. Weight in Grams: 77.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Picture Window Books
Condition
New
SKU
V9781404861091
ISBN
9781404861091
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 10.99
€ 10.15

Paperback. Series: Friends with Disabilities. Num Pages: 24 pages, full colour illustrations. BIC Classification: 5AF; YXK. Category: (JC) Children's (6-12). Dimension: 80 x 48 x 2. Weight in Grams: 76.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Capstone Press United States
Number of pages
24
Condition
New
SKU
V9781404861107
ISBN
9781404861107
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 10.99
€ 10.15

Paperback. The author describes common characteristics of ASD, and encourages children to think about how the world might look from their parent's perspective. Topics include social and emotional difficulties, sensory issues, body language, special interests, and how the child might go about explaining their parent's differences to other children. Num Pages: 112 pages. BIC Classification: YXK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 245 x 173 x 8. Weight in Grams: 218.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
112
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849058353
ISBN
9781849058353
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 24.81

Paperback. Presents descriptions and information about sensory systems and illustrates the link that can exist between sensory input and emotions. This book includes activity opportunities for self exploration in the areas of sensory systems, arousal levels, and emotions and walks children through determining a personal plan for difficult situations. Num Pages: 157 pages, black & white illustrations, colour illustrations. BIC Classification: YXK. Category: (JC) Children's (6-12); (Y) Teenage / Young Adult. Dimension: 280 x 221 x 13. Weight in Grams: 480.
Publisher
AAPC Publishing
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Edition
illustrated edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781934575215
ISBN
9781934575215
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 32.99
€ 28.48

Paperback. The debut novel of 2016 that everyone will be talking about. Num Pages: 416 pages. BIC Classification: YXK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 130. Weight in Grams: 270.
Publisher
HarperCollins Publishers
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9780008146313
ISBN
9780008146313
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 11.99
€ 10.89

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

€ 56.28

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

€ 16.90

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

€ 20.99

Paperback. .
Publisher
LDA
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9781855036048
ISBN
9781855036048
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 9.99
€ 9.19

Paperback. Dimension: 195 x 135 x 22. Weight in Grams: 216.
Publisher
Simon & Schuster
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9781416971719
ISBN
9781416971719
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 11.99
€ 10.89

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