Creative Therapy for Children With Autism, ADD, and Asperger [Paperback]

Janet Tubbs (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 15, 2007

It is no easy task to find a teaching technique that can truly change the course of a child with special needs. Thirty years ago, when Janet Tubbs began working with children who had low self-esteem and behavioral problems, she developed a successful program using art, music, and movement. Believing that unconventional children required unconventional therapies, she then took her program one step further--she applied it to children with Autism, AD/HD, and Asperger's Syndrome. Her innovative methods and strategies not only worked, but actually defied the experts. In this new book, Janet Tubbs has put together a powerful teaching tool to help parents, therapists, and teachers work with their children. The book is divided into four parts. Part One begins by introducing and explaining Janet's novel approach to teaching. Her goal is to balance the child's body, mind, and spirit through proven techniques. The next three parts provide a wide variety of exercises, activities, and games that are both fun and effective. Each is designed to reduce hyperactivity, increase and prolong focus, decrease anger, develop fine motor skills, or improve social and verbal skills. All are part of a program created to help these children relate to their environment without fear, anxiety, or discomfort. Just because a child may appear stubborn and difficult, doesn't mean that the child isn't intelligent, curious, or creative. With the right approach, such a child can be reached, taught, and, hopefully, started on the road to improvement. The daily lessons provided in this book may be just what you and your child have been waiting for.

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About the Author

Janet Tubbs was the founder of Creative Concepts for Children in Scottsdale, Arizona. In 1977, armed with a personal love of music, dance, and arts and crafts, Janet began working with children who had low self-esteem and behavioral problems. For the next four years, she developed a unique approach using music, art, puppetry, and movement. In 1984, Janet expanded her program to include children with Autism, Asperger's Syndrome, and AD/HD. In the same year, she established the Children's Resource Center, a non-profit organization, for special needs children. For over two decades, Janet has profoundly helped thousands of children, trained hundreds of teachers and parents, and lectured to tens of thousands of educators and parents throughout North America. Janet is the author of six books and numerous published articles.

Product Details

• Paperback: 224 pages
• Publisher: Square One Publishers (May 15, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0757003001
• ISBN-13: 978-0757003004
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 7.4 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 2.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #182,345 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Lots of words, little help, November 16, 2009

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A. Sands (Michigan) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Creative Therapy for Children With Autism, ADD, and Asperger (Paperback)

I started to write a long review of the many reasons I didn't like this book, but most people reading this are parents who, like me, have a special needs child and little free time. I'll make is short and simple.

Ms. Tubbs does not appear to have any kind of formal education or training in the areas covered in this book. There is a disclaimer in the first pages that states the information in the book is based on her research, observations and experiences, but to consult a professional before using the methods in the book.

The topics covered are BROAD and not in good way. This book is like reading someone's entire blog. No topic is covered in depth and much of it jumps around, makes questionable claims about everything from history to nutrition and offers little in terms of real, usable advice. Draw circles, paint, listen to music, read fairytales, love your kids, feed them healthy, natural, whole foods. Those are the usable pieces of this book and frankly, if you are a parent seeking out a book like this, you probably are already doing those things.

To me, it seems clear that Ms. Tubbs thinks parents are stupid and she has the answers they don't know they need. The back cover claims that Ms. Tubbs has "...profoundly helped thousands of children, trained hundreds of parents and teachers and lectured to tens of thousands of educators and parents..." Really? Then how come I'd never heard of her until my librarian suggested I check out this newly donated book?

This book left me upset and angered at the portrayal of parents, and feeling as though I wasted valuable time that could have been used gathering factual, helpful information for my child. If you are a special needs parent, you may have encountered someone like Ms. Tubbs. The teacher, therapist or even family member who knows much better than you what your child needs and thinks you are just as much a part of the problem as the hole in the ozone layer or mercury in vaccines. They know far better than you what your child needs and only through them will the child be helped. Gag. Honestly, I think people like that are scary, sad and shouldn't be allowed near kids! Don't get me wrong, my child has a team of therapists and teachers that I would lay my life down for in a second because I owe them that much! I do not think I have all the answers as a parent, but I also know I am not resentful of my child's progress because I fear she won't need me, as Ms. Tubb's states mothers often do.

Look on, any book on creative kid's activities is more useful than this book. Check out GFCF diets, and save your time and money by skipping this one.

4 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Interesting Therapy, September 24, 2008

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L. L. Petersen "GumbyGirl" (Folsom, CA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Creative Therapy for Children With Autism, ADD, and Asperger (Paperback)

I have skimmed through this book, reading chapters that I THINK pertain to our situation. We have twin boys with varying degress of autism. There a LOT of interesting and useful ideas in this book that we will be able to implement beyond what our current therapies offer (like on weekends and downtime, etc). The only reason I didn't give it 5 starts is that I haven't read every page and given it my full attention. This book does offer a great variety of ideas.