Disabilities & Special Needs

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781647390105Author Lindsey SterlingFormat PaperbackPage Count 162Imprint Rockridge PressPublisher Rockridge PressWeight(grams) 299gDimensions(mm) 229mm *...

Moonbeam Children's Book Awards - Silver Medal WinnerNautilus Silver Book Award Winner Purple Dragonfly Book Awards - First Place "Never be ashamed of being different: it is this difference that makes you extraordinary and unique." This essential go-to...

This book explores what it feels like to be a young person on the autism spectrum and looks at all the brilliant things people on the autism spectrum can do.Full of insights about being awesome and autistic, this book celebrates the strengths of...

Have you ever been told you are chatty or fidgety at school? Do you have a constantly whirring mind? Do you 'tune out' and daydream or find it hard to pay attention?ADHD can impact your life in many ways. This positive, self-affirming guide will...

Being a teen or tween is tough for anyone. And if you're on the Autism Spectrum, life can feel like a game you're playing without knowing the rules. Jennifer Cook knows - she's been there! Her internationally bestselling handbook is the key to unlocking...

Help autistic kids understand their unique gifts and needs and learn strategies for daily living in a neurotypical world. This positive, straightforward reference book offers kids with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) their own comprehensive resource for...

Worry has a way of growing, shifting from not-a-big-deal to a VERY BIG DEAL in the blink of an eye. This big-deal Worry is tricky, luring children into behaviours that keep the anxiety cycle going. Children often find it hard to fight back against Worry,...

Part of the Reading Well scheme. 27 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.Winner of the NASEN & TES...

How to Be Yourself in a World that's Different is an accessible guide to Asperger's syndrome (AS) written for young readers who have been diagnosed with AS and autism spectrum conditions.The book features clear explanations of the condition, including...

What should I be aware of when trying new foods?Am I ready to change my eating patterns?How can I eat with other people?Food can come with all sorts of challenges - sensory issues, social pressure, loss of control - and so making choices about what foods...

Packed with simple ideas to regulate the emotions and senses, this book will help children tackle difficult feelings head-on and feel awesome and in control! From breathing exercises, pressure holds and finger pulls, to fidgets, noise-reducing headphones...

This collection of illustrated portraits celebrates the lives of influential neurodivergent figures who have achieved amazing things in recent times.Showcasing these 30 incredible people, the extraordinary stories in this book show that the things...

Gold Medal Winner in the Self-Help category of the 2015 Foreword Reviews' INDIEFAB Book of the Year AwardsAs Alais Winton knows, having dyslexia doesn't mean you're not bright; like her, you might just need a different way of looking at things. In this...

In this down-to-earth, fun and empowering book, Joe Wells talks about his teenage experience of OCD and all the coping mechanisms and treatment options that have worked for him. It's packed full of brilliant, honest advice for others struggling with this...

"A joyous ode to inclusion, realised in the most delightful, uplifting way." - Cerrie Burnell YOU CAN...be brave, challenge yourself, overcome your fears, be kind, be brilliant...be YOU! Come on an amazing journey with 14 children as they grow from...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780593196649Author Regine GalantiFormat PaperbackPage Count 192Imprint Zeitgeist Young AdultPublisher Random House USA Inc

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781952358227Author Brenda NathanFormat PaperbackPage Count 114Imprint BrBB House PressPublisher BrBB House PressWeight(grams) 163gDimensions(mm) 229mm *...

In more than 100 interviews, children and young adults reveal their personal tips and tactics for honing the creative benefits of dyslexia, enabling them to thrive in school and beyond. Strategies include ways to develop confidence and self-belief. The...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781481489195Author Allison BritzFormat PaperbackPage Count 368Imprint Simon PulsePublisher Simon & SchusterWeight(grams) 302g

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...

Luke Jackson's unabridged and sparkling sequel to his best-selling user guide to adolescence Freaks, Geeks and Asperger Syndrome is the must-read handbook for teenagers and young adults on the autism spectrum. With devastating clarity, Luke focuses on...

Use this guide to weed out what dyslexia means for you and discover the tools you need to blossom! Dyslexia comes to life with visual imagery and colourful text in this new book on what dyslexia means, how it feels, what to do about it, and how to learn...

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...

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 9781774870082Author B HuangFormat PaperbackPage Count 190Imprint Barrett HuangPublisher Barrett Huang

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781648769214Author Jenn ClarkFormat PaperbackPage Count 174Imprint Rockridge PressPublisher Rockridge PressWeight(grams) 476gDimensions(mm) 254mm * 201mm *...

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...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780692641545Author Jacob ToweryFormat PaperbackPage Count 312Imprint Jacob Towery, MDPublisher Jacob Towery, MDWeight(grams) 458g

Struggling to manage your tics in the classroom? Worried about your tics in a job interview or on a first date? This survival kit will give you the tools to survive and thrive in every location - at home, school, work or out with friends. Presenting...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781646115747Author Sally Annjanece StevensFormat PaperbackPage Count 172Imprint Rockridge PressPublisher Rockridge PressWeight(grams) 431gDimensions(mm)...

Get the real inside scoop on thriving as a teen with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Drawing on her own experiences living with the disorder, college student Grace Friedman-along with paediatric neurologist Sarah Cheyette-offers valuable...

Like many others on the autism spectrum, 20-something stand-up comic Michael McCreary has been told by more than a few well-meaning folks that he doesn't "look" autistic. But, as he's quick to point out in this memoir, autism "looks" different for just...

Children and teenagers are different. Some have more differences than others and may have difficulties with things such as participating in group activities, or really understanding how other people see things and how they think. Some of these young...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780593381700Author Alice WongFormat PaperbackPage Count 160Imprint Random House IncPublisher Random House USA Inc

23 very well-known people from the arts, sport, and business worlds talk about how dyslexia affected their childhood, how they were able to overcome the challenges and use the special strengths of dyslexia to achieve great success in adulthood. Darcey...

Taking Care of Myself 2 is written specifically for teenagers and young adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). It is an instructional book to be used by parents, instructors, therapists, and individuals on the autism spectrum. Most of the...

Dealing with the everyday realities facing teens with Asperger Syndrome, this book presents a toolkit of tried-and-trusted ideas to help them work through difficulties and find the solutions that work best for them. This book covers everything they...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781904421108Author Violet BrandFormat PaperbackPage Count 104Imprint BrandBooksPublisher BrandBooks

Growing up with a parent on the autism spectrum can be difficult, and children and teens may struggle to understand why their parent is different from others. It can be equally difficult for parents with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) to explain their...

Are you disorganized, chronically late, forgetful, or impulsive? Do you struggle to get your homework done, but never manage to turn it in on time? It may not be your fault. You might have executive functioning disorder (EFD), an attention disorder...