{"product_id":"the-autism-checklist-a-practical-reference-for-parents-and-teachers-paperback-softback-9780470434086","title":"The Autism Checklist; A Practical Reference for Parents and Teachers (Paperback \/ softback) 9780470434086","description":"\u003cfont face=\"Georgia\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"6\"\u003eThe Autism Checklist\u003c\/font\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cfont size=\"5\"\u003eA Practical Reference for Parents and Teachers\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"4\"\u003ePaula Kluth (Author), John Shouse (Author)\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e9780470434086, Wiley\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003ePaperback \/ softback, published 6 October 2009\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e256 pages\u003cbr\u003e22.4 x 14.7 x 1.8 cm, 0.318 kg\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eA practical resource filled with information, tips, and checklists for helping kids with autism\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis useful, accessible guide offers teachers and parents a better understanding of children on the autism spectrum and provides them with the kinds of support and intervention they need. Written in an easy-to-read checklist format, the book is filled with up-to-date research, practical advice, and helpful resources on a wide range of topics. The book covers five areas: basic information on autism, checklists for parents, checklists for teachers, effective support strategies, and helpful resources.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eProvides vital, accessible information for parents and teachers working with children in the autism spectrum\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eContains a wealth of useful strategies, information, and resources\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA volume in the popular Jossey-Bass \u003ci\u003eChecklist\u003c\/i\u003e series\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOffers a comprehensive yet affordable resource\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eKluth is the bestselling author of \u003ci\u003eYou're Going to Love This Kid!: Teaching Students with Autism\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eAcknowledgments ix \u003cp\u003eAbout the Authors xi\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction xiii\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e1. Basic Information on Autism and Asperger Syndrome 1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction 2\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.1. What We Know About Autism 5\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.2. What Do We Mean by the Autism Spectrum? 7\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.3. Conditions Commonly Associated with Autism 9\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.4. Positive Traits Associated with Autism 10\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.5. Early Indicators of Autism 12\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.6. Autism Myths Versus Autism Facts 15\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.7. Tools Used in Autism Screening and Diagnosis 19\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.8. Social Differences 24\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.9. Communication Differences 27\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.10. Movement Differences 30\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.11. Sensory Differences and Sensitivity 33\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.12. Passions, Interests, and Rituals 36\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e2. Checklists for Parents 39\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction 40\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.1. After Diagnosis 42\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.2. Sharing the News 44\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.3. Help for Families 46\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.4. What Those on the Spectrum Need at Home 48\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.5. Modifying the Home 51\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.6. Safety at Home 53\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.7. Safety in the Community 56\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.8. Adaptations at Family Events 59\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.9. Adaptations for Errands and Outings 61\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.10. Adaptations While Traveling 63\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.11. Helping Your Child Learn at Home 66\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.12. Advocating for Your Child 70\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e3. Checklists for Teachers 75\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction 77\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.1. What to Do If You Think a Student Is on the Spectrum 79\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.2. Needs of Students with Autism 81\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.3. Helpful Habits of Mind for Teachers 83\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.4. Learning About Autism 86\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.5. Encouraging Self-Advocacy 89\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.6. Addressing Student Fascinations and Passions in the Classroom 91\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.7. Supporting Students Who Seek Perfection 94\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.8. Supporting Students Who Resist or Refuse to Do Work 96\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.9. Helping Students Cope with Anxiety 98\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.10. Building a Supportive Classroom Community 100\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.11. Creating a Comfortable Classroom 103\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.12. Giving Clear Directions in the Classroom 110\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.13. Providing Structure in the Classroom 112\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.14. Creating Lessons with Students with Autism in Mind 115\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.15. Creating More Accessible Whole-Class Discussions and Lectures 118\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.16. Creating Assessments Appropriate for Students with Autism 120\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.17. Supports and Strategies for Literacy Lessons 124\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.18. Supports and Strategies for Math Lessons 129\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.19. Helping Students Manage Homework 132\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.20. Making Within-School Transitions Easier for Students 135\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.21. Making School-to-School Transitions Easier for Students 137\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.22. Preventing Behavior Struggles in the Classroom 139\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.23. Don’ts for Working with Students with Autism 142\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.24. Helping Students with Autism Shine 144\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e4. More Helpful Strategies for Home and School 147\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction 148\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.1. To Keep in Mind for Toddlers and Preschoolers 150\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.2. To Keep in Mind for School-Age Children 152\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.3. To Keep in Mind for Adolescents and Teenagers 154\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.4. Possible Members of a Support Team 158\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.5. Strategies for Encouraging and Facilitating Communication 160\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.6. Strategies for Supporting Those Without Reliable Communication 164\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.7. Strategies for Encouraging and Supporting Social Relationships 168\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.8. Strategies for Building Social Skills 171\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.9. Addressing Movement Differences 173\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.10. Addressing Sensory Issues: Visual 177\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.11. Addressing Sensory Issues: Tactile 179\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.12. Addressing Sensory Issues: Auditory 181\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.13. Addressing Sensory Issues: Olfactory 183\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.14. Strategies for Teaching and Learning 185\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.15. Promoting and Teaching Organization 187\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.16. Helping Those on the Spectrum Cope with Change 190\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.17. Addressing Challenging Behavior 192\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.18. Strategies for Coping in Crisis 194\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e5. Helpful Resources for Parents and Teachers 197\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction 198\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.1. Recommended Videos 200\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.2. Recommended Books 202\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.3. Recommended Web Sites 210\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.4. Recommended Vendors 220\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.5. 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