More than words : a parent's guide to building interaction and language skills for children with autism disorder or social communication difficulties
By: Sussman, Fern.
Contributor(s): Lewis, Robin Baird.
Publisher: Toronto The Hanen Program 2012Edition: 2nd ed.Description: Book: viii, 424 p. : col. ill. ; 28 cm. DVD: 300 mins.ISBN: 9780921145417.Subject(s): CHILDREN | AUTISM | COMMUNICATION PROBLEMS | SOCIAL SKILLS | LANGUAGE AND COMMUNICATION | VISUAL LEARNING | MUSIC THERAPY | PLAY THERAPYItem type | Current library | Call number | Status | Date due | Barcode | Item holds | |
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Kit | IHC Library | 720 SUS (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | Checked out | 16/04/2024 | W0016070 |
"Updated to reflect the most current view on naturalistic models of communication, this beautifully illustrated guidebook provides a step-by-step guide for parents of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other social communication difficulties. Presented in a user friendly format, the book's research-based strategies show parents how to turn everyday activities with their child into opportunities for interaction and communication. Also invaluable for SLP/Ts and other professionals who provide service to children with ASD and their families." - PUBLISHERS WEBSITE
Acknowledgements|A few words about a few words|Some things to know before you get started|Get to know more about your child's communication|Set goals by using your knowledge about your child|Follow your child's lead|Take turns together|Make the connection with people games|Help your child understand what you say|Use visual helpers|R.O.C.K. in your routines|make the most of music|Bring on the books|Take out the toys|Let's make friends|Glossary|References
Patron comment on 25/02/2015
Would be very useful for people at the start of a diagnosis or for children not speaking at 2-3 years for sure. Great information, nice and basic and user friendly.