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The Conversation Train: A Visual Approach to Conversation for Children on the Autism Spectrum
Joel Shaul
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Description for The Conversation Train: A Visual Approach to Conversation for Children on the Autism Spectrum
Hardback. This inventive picture book uses the metaphor of a train to clearly explain basic conventions of conversation to children with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs). As well as attractive color photographs of trains, the book also contains engaging photocopiable worksheets and train-themed coloring pages to help promote skill generalization. Num Pages: 72 pages, 75 colour photographs. BIC Classification: JNSG2; MMZL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 223 x 287 x 13. Weight in Grams: 524.
This inventive colour picture book uses the metaphor of a train to teach basic conventions of conversation to children with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs).
Engines are like greetings; they get the train going. Freight wagons are like different speakers' turns; it is good to have at least a few when you are in conversation. A set of points guiding a train from one track to another is like a tactful change in the topic of conversation. When a conversation veers off-topic it is like a derailed train. As well as attractive colour photographs of trains, the book contains ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers United Kingdom
Number of pages
72
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
Number of Pages
72
Place of Publication
London, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781849059862
SKU
V9781849059862
Shipping Time
Usually ships in 4 to 8 working days
Ref
99-4
About Joel Shaul
Joel Shaul is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specialises in ASDs. Through his organisation, Autism Teaching Strategies, he provides workshops on social skills teaching and mental health treatment methods. He is also co-creator of Ryuu social skills products. He provides clinical and consultation services at The Watson Institute of Sewickley, PA. Joel's website can be found at www.autismteachingstrategies.com.
Reviews for The Conversation Train: A Visual Approach to Conversation for Children on the Autism Spectrum
This is a really clever and helpful book aimed at giving autistic children a better understanding of how everyday conversations work, using the analogy of a steam train... using illustrations of the freight wagons, the author shows how important turn-taking is in conversation... It's very appealingly done, and there are photocopiable worksheets at the back for reinforcement ... Read more