Grandparent's guide to autism spectrum disorders : making the most of time at Nana's house
By: Mucklow, Nancy.
Publisher: Shawnee Mission, KS AAPC Publishing 2012Description: 128 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.ISBN: 9781937473068.Subject(s): AUTISM | GRANDPARENTS | FAMILY RELATIONSHIPS | FAMILY INTERACTIONItem type | Current library | Call number | Status | Date due | Barcode | Item holds | |
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Book | IHC Library | 720 MUC (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | Available | W001526 |
"This book was written by a grandparent of a child on the spectrum. It provides all the information necessary to understand your grandchild's ASD and gives examples of activities that grandparents and grandchildren can enjoy together. I believe this book will bring extended family members together to support, love and enjoy the grandchildren on the spectrum." - BOOK JACKET
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Introduction|What is an autism spectrum disorder?|Too hot, too cold : being sensitive about sensory issues|The perfect storm : dealing with emotional issues|Social situations : becoming a seeing-eye dog|Self-regulation : focusing the executive function|Grandma's house, Grandma's rules : controlling behavior|Simple language : bridging communication barriers|Education : learning beyond school|Matriarch, Patriarch : leading the family into acceptance|Conclusion|References|Recommended resources
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Interesting - another excellent book
Patron comment on 23/12/2014
I found this book very useful as it explains plainly what is happening in my grandchild's life. The book is written in easy to understand language; and it good to be prepared with all the useful information. We all as a family wish to help our grandchild live as happily as possible.