Disabilities & Special Needs

This book the territory of Pathological Demand Avoidance. With a foreword from Harry Thompson (The PDA Paradox) plus parent/carer notes from both the author and the PDA Society this book is offered as an observation, a reflection and at times a set of...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781916879102Author R M RaynerFormat PaperbackPage Count 36Imprint R M RaynerPublisher R M RaynerWeight(grams) 104gDimensions(mm) 216mm * 216mm * 3mm

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781527229761Author Steve SlavinFormat PaperbackPage Count 302Imprint MarshwoodPublisher MarshwoodWeight(grams) 331gDimensions(mm) 203mm * 127mm * 17mm

The rules of physical contact can be tricky to grasp and children with special needs are at a heightened risk of abuse. This friendly picture book explains in simple terms how to tell the difference between acceptable and inappropriate touch, thereby...

Spectrum gals, ever wished you had a handbook to help navigate the confusing world of teenage girlhood? Look no further! Aspie-in-the-know, Jennifer Cook O'Toole provides just that with her inspirational guide to life for teenage girls with Asperger...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781943147618Author Julia Finley MoscaFormat PaperbackPage Count 40Imprint The Innovation PressPublisher The Innovation Press

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781913968069Author Tanya SaundersFormat PaperbackPage Count 40Imprint AVID LanguagePublisher AVID Language

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781855036161Author Ines LawlorFormat PaperbackPage Count 60Imprint LDAPublisher LDADimensions(mm) 210mm * 210mm * 5mm

Part of the Reading Well scheme. 35 books selected by young people and health professionals to provide 13 to 18 year olds with high-quality support, information and advice about common mental health issues and related conditions.Meet Julie - a women who...

Meet Zoe - a young girl with dyslexia. Zoe invites readers to learn about dyslexia from her perspective. She helps readers to understand the challenges faced by a child with dyslexia, explaining what dyslexia is and how it affects her at home and at...

Meet Alfie - a young boy with asthma. Alfie invites readers to learn about asthma from his perspective, describing how it feels to have an asthma attack and what the common triggers are. He talks about the challenges of having asthma and how important it...

Dyslexic teenagers face special problems - this book will help solve them. Dyslexia, involving problems with reading, writing, spelling, memory, organisation and time management, can affect people of all backgrounds and abilities. But most books on this...

Dyslexic teenagers face special problems - this book will help solve them. Dyslexia, involving problems with reading, writing, spelling, memory, organisation and time management, can affect people of all backgrounds and abilities. But most books on this...

Johnny is different. He is never exactly on time, he can't seem to stick to a routine and he often speaks in cryptic idioms. Johnny is neurotypical, but that's OK.A picture book with a difference, Why Johnny Doesn't Flap turns the tables on common...

I am Special is a workbook developed by Peter Vermeulen and already used extensively with young people with autism spectrum disorder. The workbook is designed for a child to work through with an adult - parent, teacher or other professional. Unlike...

My Autism Book is a beautifully illustrated picture book that helps parents to explain an autism diagnosis to their child in a sensitive, positive and accurate way.When a child is diagnosed with an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), parents often feel...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780956175120Author Kate GaynorFormat PaperbackPage Count 28Imprint Special Stories PublishingPublisher Special Stories PublishingWeight(grams) 100g

A groundbreaking picture book which explains Asperger's Syndrome in a simple, gentle and positive way to very young children.A groundbreaking picture book, described by the National Autistic Society as "delightful ... full of positive messages", which...

In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Terry Fox, the legendary Canadian who ran the Marathon of Hope. Terry loved every sport under the sun. He was training to...

Meet Max - a boy with Tourette syndrome (TS). Max invites readers to learn about Tourette's from his perspective, helping them to understand what tics and triggers are and what it feels like to have TS. He explains how living with TS can sometimes be...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780764121180Author Pat ThomasFormat PaperbackPage Count 32Imprint Sourcebooks ExplorePublisher Sourcebooks Explore

I Am, You Are is a powerful, practical book to help children and adults have meaningful discussions about disability and ableism. This book was written by disability activist Ashley Harris Whaley to support children, parents, teachers and carers, by...

Little squirrel Gray loves playing with his sisters and friends in the oak wood. However, after struggling at school Gray feels misunderstood, stupid, and alone. On the day Gray decides not to go to school he meets a wise owl who helps him to understand...

The ASD Independence Workbook offers powerful skills to help teens and young adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) successfully navigate the skills required for daily living and integration into their communities.Teens and young adults with ASD face...

The superb A First Look At series consists of a number of reassuring picturebooks that give advice and promote interaction between children, parents, and teachers on a wide variety of personal, social and emotional issues.This book provides a simple...

Elsie can't wait to go to her first father-daughter dance. She picked out the perfect dress and has been practicing swirling and swaying in her wheelchair. Elsie's heart pirouettes as she prepares for her special night. With gestures, smiles, and words...

Toddlers learn skills for being patient that make waiting easier for everyone. Toddlers live in the moment. When they want something, they want it now. But learning self-control and delayed gratification will set up young children for success in school...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.AwardsWinner of Schneider Family Book Award (Teen) 2005.Book InformationISBN 9780439339056Author Samantha AbeelFormat PaperbackPage Count 208Imprint Scholastic USPublisher...

Growing up with a sibling on the autistic spectrum can be difficult, and the needs of a child with autism often overwhelm a family, leaving neurotypical children feeling overshadowed. For the first time, the 'neurotypical' siblings get to have their say...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781913968038Author Tanya SaundersFormat PaperbackPage Count 36Imprint AVID LanguagePublisher AVID LanguageWeight(grams) 216g

In this friendly guide, a girl called Amber explains all about her 'dancing eyes,' or nystagmus. Amber explains how children with nystagmus might need to read, learn or play differently, and what their families, school and friends can do to help. She...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781838198701Author Jess Van Der HoechFormat PaperbackPage Count 66Imprint Jv Trauma Tools and TrainingPublisher Jv Trauma Tools and TrainingWeight(grams)...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781646114061Author Tara AdamsFormat PaperbackPage Count 126Imprint Rockridge PressPublisher Rockridge PressWeight(grams) 363gDimensions(mm) 251mm * 201mm *...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781641527972Author Tyson ReuterFormat PaperbackPage Count 160Imprint Rockridge PressPublisher Rockridge PressWeight(grams) 431gDimensions(mm) 251mm * 201mm...

Have you ever wondered what it's like to be Dyslexic? Learn what it's like and about some of the tools that can help with overcoming Dyslexia. This sweet story is empowering and will inspire you to be the best you can be!Perfect for anyone looking for:an...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781771085755Author Frankie MacDonaldFormat PaperbackPage Count 48Imprint Nimbus Publishing (CN)Publisher Nimbus Publishing (CN)Weight(grams)...

Scenarios like the first day of term, outdoor learning, and the school play can affect children in different ways, but Dexter has a way of naturally helping all the diverse children he meets, making them feel calm and happy. PRAISE "A warm tale...

Meet Jack - an older man with dementia. Jack invites readers to learn about dementia from his perspective, helping them to understand the challenges faced by someone with dementia and the changes it causes to memory, communication and behaviour. He also...

Meet Jamie, a young boy with ADHD and a tic disorder called Tourette Syndrome. He's not being fidgety or naughty - he really can't help it! Jamie explains how he was diagnosed and what having tics and ADHD is like for him. He also shares how he has...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780593372760Author Kari LavelleFormat HardbackPage Count 48Imprint Random House IncPublisher Random House USA Inc