Autism Hot Pink And Zebra Striped

Author : Simone Brenneman
Publisher : Author House
Page : 197 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2013-02-22
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781481716130

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Autism: Hot Pink and Zebra-Striped by Simone Brenneman Pdf

Please note: this book was originally published as Effervescence: A True-Life Tale of Autism and of Courage Please visit Simones website to view more information, as well as TV and radio appearances: autismembrace.com or effervescentclarity.com An excerpt from Autism: Hot Pink and Zebra-Striped: Imagine a beautiful little girl, with long curly, wild red hair, spinning in circles, completely delighted by all that she feels! She wears a long, blue dress, a replica of the one Cinderella wore to the ball. As you watch her, you get the sense that she isnt dreaming of Cinderella; in her heart and in her body, she is Cinderella. Now picture the same little girl, lying on her tummy, spinning on a merry-go-round, dipping her beautiful, long red hair in the puddle of mud that encircles the merry-go-round. When it comes to a stop, she savors the wonderful sensation of the cold mud running down her face. She then submerges her entire body in the puddle, as happy as can be and entirely oblivious to the stares of the people around her. Now picture that same little girl, in her comfortable home, surrounded by a family who love and adore her. Her mom asks a simple question, like: Sweetie, what kind of cereal would you like? Instantly, her beautiful face is filled with intense emotion and she screams, more like a wild animal than a child, for five minutes, or it may continue for two hours. The only thing that might interrupt the screaming is her stopping, occasionally, to frantically bite her wrist, hard enough to leave teeth marks. Would it surprise you to learn that I have just described a high-functioning autistic child? Now take a peek at the same child at age twelve, entering her classroom each day. Her teacher marvels to herself, as she watches this young girl navigate skillfully, smoothly and seemingly naturally throughout the classroom. Had the teacher not known her students history of autism, she likely would never have guessed. In her own words, the only time this teacher is aware of the childs autism, is when she reads the amazing stories and illustrations created by this extraordinary girl. She would then muse to herself: There is no way a typical grade-seven student could write and draw like this! Do you get the feeling that an amazing transformation has taken place? Is the child no longer autistic? Has she grown out of it? Has she learned through behavior management to manage it? Was she just a little bit autistic and now shes better? There is no simple answer; autism is far too complex and diverse a disorder for it to be addressed so simply. But it is a fascinating disorder and this childs life has been an incredible journey! Her name is Genevieve.

Author : Simone Brenneman
Publisher : Author House
Page : 199 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2013-02
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781481716147

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Autism: Hot Pink and Zebra-Striped by Simone Brenneman Pdf

The author's exploration of her family's experience of nurturing an autistic child provides insight into the condition and offers an approach different from that traditionally employed.

Author : Shaina Rudolph,Danielle Royer
Publisher : American Psychological Association
Page : 22 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2015-03-09
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781433819186

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All My Stripes by Shaina Rudolph,Danielle Royer Pdf

This is the story of Zane, a zebra with autism who worries that his differences make him stand out from his peers. With careful guidance from his mother, Zane learns that autism is only one of many qualities that make him special. Contains a “Note to Parents” by Drew Coman, PhD, and Ellen Braaten, PhD, as well as a Foreword by Alison Singer, President of the Autism Science Foundation.

Author : Abigail Balfe
Publisher : Penguin UK
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2021-07-22
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780241508800

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A Different Sort of Normal by Abigail Balfe Pdf

'I REALLY love it. Buy it for your kids, your parents, your grandparents. Mostly buy it for yourself' Holly Smale, author of the Geek Girl series 'This book is what I needed as a kid! Empathetic, joyful and beautifully authentic. I loved it!' Elle McNicoll, author of A Kind of Spark *The beautiful true story of one girl's journey growing up autistic - and the challenges she faced in the 'normal' world* I'm not like the other children in my class . . . and that's an actual scientific FACT. Hi! My name is Abigail, and I'm autistic. But I didn't know I was autistic until I was an adult-sort-of-person*. This is my true story of growing up in the confusing 'normal' world, all the while missing some Very Important Information about myself. There'll be scary moments involving toilets and crowded trains, heart-warming tales of cats and pianos, and funny memories including my dad and a mysterious tub of ice cream. Along the way you'll also find some Very Crucial Information about autism. If you've ever felt different, out of place, like you don't fit in . . . this book is for you. *I've never really felt like an actual-adult-person, as you'll soon discover in this book... 'Funny, fascinating . . . a rewarding and highly entertaining read' Guardian Told through the author's remarkable words, and just as remarkable illustrations, this is the book for those who've never felt quite right in the 'normal' world.

Author : Barry Carpenter,Francesca Happé,Jo Egerton
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 194 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2019-02-07
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781351234412

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Girls and Autism by Barry Carpenter,Francesca Happé,Jo Egerton Pdf

Often thought of as a predominantly ‘male’ disorder, autism has long gone unidentified, unnoticed and unsupported in girls – sometimes with devastating consequences for their social and mental well-being. As current research reveals a much more balanced male-to-female ratio in autism, this book provides crucial insight into autistic girls’ experiences, helping professionals to recognize, understand, support and teach them effectively. Drawing on the latest research findings, chapters consider why girls have historically been overlooked by traditional diagnostic approaches, identifying behaviours that may be particular to girls, and exploring the ‘camouflaging’ that can make the diagnosis of autistic girls more difficult. Chapters emphasize both the challenges and advantages of autism and take a multidisciplinary approach to encompass contributions from autistic girls and women, their family members, teachers, psychologists and other professionals. The result is an invaluable source of first-hand insights, knowledge and strategies, which will enable those living or working with girls on the autism spectrum to provide more informed and effective support. Giving voice to the experiences, concerns, needs and hopes of girls on the autism spectrum, this much-needed text will provide parents, teachers and other professionals with essential information to help them support and teach autistic girls more effectively.

Author : Graeme Simsion
Publisher : Text Publishing
Page : 404 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2019-02-05
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781925774580

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The Rosie Result by Graeme Simsion Pdf

The hilarious, challenging and inspiring ending to the Don Tillman trilogy that will have readers cheering for joy.

Author : Holly Bridges
Publisher : Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Page : 106 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2015-08-21
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781784501778

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Reframe Your Thinking Around Autism by Holly Bridges Pdf

Outlining a new, optimistic way to understand autism, this concise and accessible book offers practical ideas to help children on the spectrum grow. The Polyvagal Theory suggests autism is a learnt response by the body - a result of the child being in a prolonged state of 'fight or flight' while their nervous system is still developing. This book explains the theory in simple terms and incorporates recent developments in brain plasticity research (the capacity of the brain to change throughout life) to give parents and professionals the tools to strengthen the child's brain-body connection and lessen the social and emotional impact of autism.

Author : Gil Eyal
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 432 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2013-08-26
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780745656403

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The Autism Matrix by Gil Eyal Pdf

Today autism has become highly visible. Once you begin to look for it, you realize it is everywhere. Why? We all know the answer or think we do: there is an autism epidemic. And if it is an epidemic, then we know what must be done: lots of money must be thrown at it, detection centers must be established and explanations sought, so that the number of new cases can be brought down and the epidemic brought under control. But can it really be so simple? This major new book offers a very different interpretation. The authors argue that the recent rise in autism should be understood an “aftershock” of the real earthquake, which was the deinstitutionalization of mental retardation in the mid-1970s. This entailed a radical transformation not only of the institutional matrix for dealing with developmental disorders of childhood, but also of the cultural lens through which we view them. It opened up a space for viewing and treating childhood disorders as neither mental illness nor mental retardation, neither curable nor incurable, but somewhere in-between. The authors show that where deinstitutionalization went the furthest, as in Scandinavia, UK and the “blue” states of the US, autism rates are also highest. Where it was absent or delayed, as in France, autism rates are low. Combining a historical narrative with international comparison, The Autism Matrix offers a fresh and powerful analysis of a condition that affects many parents and children today.

Author : Lauren Grabois Fischer
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2016
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1733302611

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Every So Often a Zebra Has Spots by Lauren Grabois Fischer Pdf

Author : Carol Gray
Publisher : Future Horizons
Page : 346 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781935274056

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The New Social Story Book by Carol Gray Pdf

Different social stories to help teach children with autism everyday social skills.

Author : Shane Burcaw
Publisher : Roaring Brook Press
Page : 257 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2014-10-14
Category : Young Adult Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781626720084

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Laughing at My Nightmare by Shane Burcaw Pdf

With acerbic wit and a hilarious voice, Shane Burcaw's Laughing at My Nightmare 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 humor and a "you-only-live-once" perspective on life. While he does talk about everyday issues that are relatable to teens, he also offers an eye-opening perspective on what it is like to have a life threatening disease.

Author : Kate Gaynor
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 30 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2008-10-19
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0956175120

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A Friend Like Simon by Kate Gaynor Pdf

"When a new boy joins Matthew's school, he's just not sure if he wants a friend like Simon. But a school trip to the funfair soon helps to change his mind"--Page 4 of cover.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 554 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Encyclopedias and dictionaries
ISBN : UOM:39015051610437

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The World Book Encyclopedia by Anonim Pdf

An encyclopedia designed especially to meet the needs of elementary, junior high, and senior high school students.

Author : Anna Whateley
Publisher : Allen & Unwin
Page : 189 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2020-04-28
Category : Young Adult Fiction
ISBN : 9781760874155

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Peta Lyre's Rating Normal by Anna Whateley Pdf

'I'm Peta Lyre,' I mumble. Look people in the eye if you can, at least when you greet them. I try, but it's hard when she is smiling so big, and leaning in. Peta Lyre is far from typical. The world she lives in isn't designed for the way her mind works, but when she follows her therapist's rules for 'normal' behaviour, she can almost fit in without attracting attention. When a new girl, Sam, starts at school, Peta's carefully structured routines start to crack. But on the school ski trip, with romance blooming and a newfound confidence, she starts to wonder if maybe she can have a normal life after all. When things fall apart, Peta must decide whether all the old rules still matter. Does she want a life less ordinary, or should she keep her rating normal? A moving and joyful own voices debut. 'Honest, perceptive and gutsy; I loved tuning into Peta's world.' - Emily Gale

Author : Elaine Brownless
Publisher : Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Page : 48 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2021-05-21
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781787753051

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The Autism Detective by Elaine Brownless Pdf

"Dear Kit and Scully, your mission is to learn about autism. On this quest you will need to investigate the human brain and learn about diversity." What do you know about autism? Whether you know a little or a lot, you are invited to explore your understanding of the autism spectrum and discover something new by joining detectives Scully and Kit on their investigation. As Scully and Kit interview six ordinary children, follow the clues and see if you can guess which of them are autistic. This book puts the spotlight on six children that openly talk about their experiences at school and at home. By the end of the book, two children reveal what autism means to them. Read this alone or with an adult and learn about autism, diversity, how we are all unique and what we all share.