Autism in the School-Aged Child [Paperback]

Carol Schmidt (Author), Beth Heybyrne (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 1, 2004

The purpose of this book is to build on the strong foundation of discrete trial training, expanding the ability of the higher-functioning child with autism to learn in "real world" settings. The established principles of behavioral interventions, which are instrumental in the education of children with autism, are often discarded as the child matures. These principles are more difficult to establish in the natural setting of school or home, which contain previously controlled variables in the one-on-one setting. Rather than abandoned the principles that have produced success, parents and educators should recognize that children with autism have a unique style of learning that must be considered in a variety of settings. This book combines practical strategies, ideas, and suggestions aligning the home and school settings. Autism in the School Aged Child offers a unique resource to parents and teachers at a time when the incidence of autism is increasing. Online book available at autisminschool.com

Product Details

• Paperback: 200 pages
• Publisher: Autism Family Press (August 1, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0967496934
• ISBN-13: 978-0967496931
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.2 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #924,160 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Creative and Practical Ideas for Autism Interventions, September 12, 2006

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J. Michael Caruso "J. Michael Caruso, MD" (Denver, CO USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Autism in the School-Aged Child (Paperback)

This book is filled with practical approaches to designing and implementing effective interventions for school-aged children with autism spectrum disorders. The style is succint and emphasizes direct examples that can be immediately implemented into an individual child's intervention program. I found chapter 15, "Developing Useful Interests: Broadening general intersts, cultivating narrow interests," to be of particular merit. The book is divided into two main sections: School and Home. Both sections have invaluable advice to parent and teacher and are designed to allow for a smooth transition from school activities to home interventions. The chapter on sibling issues is also very enlightening and emphasizes the inherent socialization skills that "neurotypical" siblings can model for their autistic family member(s). Overall really outstanding. Emphasizes the practical over the academic; a quick, effective, and inspiring read. Hats of to the authors!!!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent resource for home and school!, May 1, 2005

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Lynn M. Hamilton "Author of 'Facing Autism'" (Colorado Springs, CO) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Autism in the School-Aged Child (Paperback)

This is a tremendous resource for parents and teachers seeking to help children with autism. Filled with practical steps and creative ideas, this book is a valuable asset for helping a child succeed at home and in school. Too often, techniques that are used in the home are overlooked for school and vice versa. This book helps bridge that gap and make the transition between home and school a smooth one. Carol Schmidt and Beth Heybyrne use their personal and professional experience to guide parents and educators in continuing the progress of an in-home ABA program when a child enters school. I highly recommend this book.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Autistic Child Resource, November 23, 2005

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Patricia McPhee (Albany, NY) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Autism in the School-Aged Child (Paperback)

Thank you to Carol Schmidt and Beth Heybyrne for sharing their first-hand experience with a school aged autistic child. Their experience and knowledge is so valuable and I was impressed by how their writing gets straight to the point, very practical. What a great resource.