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Accept and Value Each Person

Learning to Get Along

Cheri J Meiners

Accepting and valuing people and groups who are different from oneself and one's immediate family is a critical social skill. This book introduces diversity and related concepts: respecting differences, being inclusive, and appreciating people just the way they are. Includes questions, activities, and games that reinforce the ideas being taught.

23x23cm

32 pages

$17.00

Annie Stories

Helping young children meet the challenges of growing up

Doris Brett

The technique of 'therapeutic storytelling' to help calm the fears of young children and to build their self confidence was developed by the author. In this book she introduces healing stories designed to help you communicate with your child about the emotions and anxieties of common childhood situations.

25x17cm

114 pages

$21.95

Ask Me

Antje Damm

This is a little book with big ideas. Sometimes provocative, always interesting, every page can be the start of a new discussion. Reading the questions (verso of page)and looking at the pictures,(recto side) each child will have different answers to give and things to ask. This is an invitation for parents and chidren alike to open their minds.
Here are opportunities to build conversation and discussion skills, develop language and social skills. Pictures to interpret, questions to talk about - What are you afraid of? Have you ever mended something that was broken? Have you ever made your own toys? When do eat up everything on your plate? and heaps more.

15x15cm

230 pages

$24.95

Be Careful and Stay Safe

(Learning to Get Along)

Cheri J. Meiners

Without scaring kids (or alarming adults), 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. Full color.

23x23cm

36 pages

$17.00

Be Honest and Tell the Truth

(Learning to Get Along)

Cheri J. Meiners

It's never too soon to learn the difference between what's true and what isn't. Words and pictures help young children discover that being honest in words and actions builds trust and self-confidence. They also learn that telling the truth sometimes takes courage and tact. Includes discussion questions, skits, scenarios, and games that reinforce the ideas being taught.

23x23cm

36 pages

$17.00

Be Polite and Kind

(Learning to Get Along)

Cheri J. Meiners

When children are kind, courteous, and respectful, people enjoy being around them and reciprocate with the same behaviour.
Demonstrates ways of showing politeness, speaking kindly, using basic courtesies, and respecting the feelings of others.

23x23cm

35 pages

$17.00

Caring for Myself

A Social Skills Storybook

Christy Gast, Jane Krug and Kotoe Laackman

Children love looking at photos of themselves. That is why they will enjoy the personalized pages in Caring for Myself. Parents and teachers will enjoy the easy-to-use way to tap the visual learning strengths of students with ASD.

25x18cm

96 pages

$29.95

Comic Strip Conversations

Carol Gray

A comic strip conversation incorporates the use of simple drawings to illustrate the interaction which comprises the quick exchange of information conversation entails. It is an effective tool for parents and professionals working with students with autism and other developmental disabilities because it creates a visual component to an abstract subject they find complex and often perplexing. Comic Strip Conversations identifies what people say and do, emphasizing also what people may be thinking.

22x28cm

39 pages

$16.95

Cool Down and Work Through Anger

(Learning to Get Along)

Cheri J. Meiners

Everyone gets angry, so it's never too early for children to learn to recognize feelings of anger, express them, and build skills for coping with anger in helpful, appropriate ways. Children learn that it is okay to feel angry--but not okay to hurt anyone with actions or words. They discover concrete skills for working through anger: self-calming, thinking, getting help from a trusted person, talking and listening, apologizing, being patient, and viewing others positively. Reassuring and supportive, the book helps preschool and primary-age children see that when they cool down and work through anger, they can feel peaceful again.

36 pages

$17.00

Join In and Play

(Learning to Get Along)

Cheri J. Meiners

In simple words and real-life illustrations, this book teaches the basics of cooperation, getting along, making friends, and being a friend. Useful as a social story.

23x23cm

35 pages

$17.00

Know and Follow Rules

(Learning to get along)

Cheri J. Meiners

A child who can’t follow rules is a child who’s always in trouble. This book starts with simple reasons why we have rules: to help us stay safe, learn, be fair, and get along. Then it presents just four basic rules: “Listen,” “Best Work,” “Hands and Body to Myself,” and “Please and Thank You.” The focus throughout is on the positive sense of pride that comes with learning to follow rules. Includes questions and activities adults can use to reinforce the ideas and skills being taught.

23x23cm

35 pages

$17.00

Listen and Learn

(Learning to get along)

Cheri J. Meiners

This book introduces and explains what listening means, why it's important, and how to listen well. The focus throughout is on the positive results of being a good listener.
These are often used as 'social stories'.

23x23cm

35 pages

$17.00

My Social Stories Book

Gray & White

Written for children aged 2-6 the social story approach has become established over the last decade as a highly effective way of teaching social and life skills to children on the autism spectrum. In short narratives, the stories show children step-by-step through basic activities such as cleaning teeth, having a bath and getting used to new clothes. They also help children to understand different experiences such as going to school, shopping and visiting the doctor.

25x17cm

141 pages

$28.95

New Social Story Book, 10th Anniversary Edition (Revised) (2ND ed.)

Over 150 social stories that teach social skills...

Carol Gray

Since the early 90s, Carol Gray's world-famous Social Stories(TM) have helped thousands of children with autism spectrum disorders. This 10th Anniversary edition of her best-selling book offers the ready-to-use stories that parents and educators have depended on for years, but now features over 25 additional Social Stories, groundbreaking new strategies for creating custom stories, and a modern design complete with full-color photos. Developed through years of experience, these strategically written stories explain social situations in a way children with autism understand, while teaching the social skills children need to be successful at home, at school, and in the community.
CD included.

25x20cm

300 pages

$58.95

Reach Out and Give

(Learning to Get Along)

Cheri J. Meiners

This book begins with the concept of gratitude, because feeling grateful is a powerful motivator. Words and pictures show children contributing to their community in simple yet meaningful ways. Includes discussion questions, a philanthropy role-play, generosity games, and ideas for service projects.

21x23cm

40 pages

$17.00

Respect and Take Care of Things

(Learning to Get Along)

Cheri J. Meiners

Everything has a place. Things last longer when we take care of them. Respect, responsibility, and stewardship are concepts that even young children can relate to—because they have things they value. This book encourages children to pick up after themselves, put things back where they belong, and ask permission to use things that don’t belong to them. It also teaches simple environmental awareness: respecting and taking care of the earth. Includes ideas for adult-led activities and discussions.

23x23cm

40 pages

$17.00

Revealing the Hidden Social Code

Social StoriesTM for People with Autistic Spectrum Disorders

Marie Howley and Eileen Arnold forward by Car

The authors explain the key elements of Social StoriesTM, review the guidelines for writing them, and help writers to structure and develop their stories. They provide detailed guidance and encouragement for the different stages of what is often a challenging process, offering advice on presentation and suggestions for using the approach to enhance other strategies. Revealing the Hidden Social Code is essential reading for any professional, parent or carer wanting to employ Social StoriesTM to address the kinds of social challenges commonly experienced by people with ASDs.

22x15cm

160 pages

$31.95

Share and Take Turns

(Learning to Get Along)

Cheri J. Meiners

Sharing is a social skill all children need to learn—the sooner the better. Realistic examples and clear illustrations help children practice sharing, understand how and why to share, and realize the benefits of sharing. Includes a note to teachers and parents, additional information for adults, and activities.

23x23cm

40 pages

$17.00

Taking Care of Myself

A Hygiene, Puberty, and Personal Curriculum for Young People with Autism

Mary Wrobel

Puberty can be especially tough when young people have autism or other special needs. Through simple stories similar to Carol Gray’s Social Stories, author Mary Wrobel teaches caregivers exactly what to say and not say, and shows how you can create helpful stories of your own. Mary addresses hygiene, modesty, body growth and development, menstruation, touching, personal safety, and more. Young students can benefit from self-care skills such as using the toilet, brushing teeth, and washing hands. Parents and teachers should begin teaching these necessary skills as early as possible, even from ages 3-5. The ultimate goal is to maximize the child’s potential for independence and lifelong social success.

28x19cm

250 pages

$49.95

Talk and Work it out

(Learning to Get Along)

Cheri J. Meiners

What’s the best way to solve problems between people? By talking them over and working them out. It’s never too soon for children to learn the process of peaceful conflict resolution. This book distills it into clear, simple language and supporting illustrations. Children learn to calm themselves, state the problem, listen, think of solutions, try one, evaluate results, and even agree to disagree when a solution isn’t possible. Includes skill-building games and role plays for adults to use with children.

23x23cm

35 pages

$17.00

Tobin Learns to Make Friends

Diane Murrell

great tool for learning one of the most basic social skills, this colorful picture book is quite effective in teaching social skills to children with autism, Asperger's Syndrome, and other pervasive developmental disorders. Readers follow Tobin, a train, as he learns to make friends and engage in proper social activities.

22x28cm

$24.95

Try and Stick with It

(Learning to Get Along)

Cheri J. Meiners

It’s hard to stick with it when something is more difficult than we thought, or doesn’t work out the way we planned. This book teaches children about flexibility and perseverance.

23x23cm

35 pages

$17.00

Understand and Care

(Learning to get along)

Cheri J. Meiners

Empathy is key to positive, healthy relationships. This book builds empathy in children. In clear, child-friendly words and illustrations, it helps them to understand that other people have feelings like theirs—and different from theirs. It guides children to show they care by listening to others and respecting their feelings.

23x23cm

35 pages

$17.00

When I Feel Afraid

(Learning to Get Along)

Cheri J. Meiners

Children today have many fears, both real and imagined. Encouraging words and supportive illustrations guide children to face their fears and know where to turn for help. Little ones also learn simple ways to help themselves. Includes a special section for adults, with ideas for supporting children when they feel afraid and a list of additional resources.

23x23cm

40 pages

$17.00


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