The Goodenoughs Get in Sync: A Story for Kids about the Tough Day When Filibuster Grabbed Darwin's Rabbit's Foot and the Whole Family Ended Up in the Doghouse--An ... Introduction to Sensory Processing Disorder (Hardcover)

~ (Author), T. J. Wylie (Illustrator) "Are you an out-of-sync kid?..." (more)
Key Phrases: sensory fumbler, sensory processing disorder, sensory processing problems, Sensory Diet, Occupational Therapy, Occupational Therapist (more...)

Editorial Reviews

Review

Finally a book written in "kid language" to help children with sensory processing disorders understand their senses! -- Advance Magazine for Occupational Therapists, February 21, 2005

What truly makes this book so different is this is a book for your child to read on his own. -- Washington Parent, Spring/Summer

Product Description

This delightfully illustrated "chapter book," geared for eight-to-twelve year olds, tells the charming tale of five family members (each with a different sensory processing challenge) and their naughty dog, and how they get in sync after a tough day. The book is designed with the action of the story in larger print for younger readers to read or hear. Explanations of sensory processing disorders are woven through the story in regular type, for proficient readers to linger over at leisure.

This wonderful book from the best-selling author of The Out-of-Sync Child and The Out-of-Sync Child Has Fun, is a must-have for every family challenged by sensory processing problems.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 96 pages
• Publisher: Sensory Resources; Revised edition (July 15, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1931615179
• ISBN-13: 978-1931615174
• Product Dimensions: 10.1 x 7.2 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #497,819 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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23 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Greatest resource for SI kids!, January 15, 2005

By	Nika Hamblin (Silver Spring, MD) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Carol Kranowitz has done it again! I cried when I read her book "The Out of Sync Child" 6 years ago after my son's therapist diagnosed him with Sensory Integration Dysfunction at age 3; his behavior all finally made sense. I wasn't just a neurotic mom! Over the years, we've been very open with both our boys about their "hidden disabilities". This book now helps them understand on their level what is happening with their neurological systems. And, it helps them share their differences with kids (and adults) who aren't neurologically challenged. I particularly appreciate the fact that each of the Goodenoughs struggles with his/her own sensory issues so you get the bigger picture of how sensory processing disorders affect people daily in all activities.

This book is a must for every therapist and family dealing with SI issues! Thank you, Carol, for your ongoing support of children!

17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars The Goodenoughs Get in Sync Review by Lisa Angel, March 2, 2005

By	Melissa Angel - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

The Goodenoughs Get in Sync by Carol Stock Kranowitz was a great book to read because it so helpful in the classroom. Many times we think that a child is just being mean or annoying when in reality it is a sensory disorder and the child can not help it. I felt the definitions provided to certain words such as sensory under-responsivity, auditory defensiveness and visual defensiveness, to name a few, were extremely enlightning. My son has a friend who has a sensory disorder. I didn't know about the disorder until he came over to spend the night. When it came time to go up the stairs to my son's bedroom he began to freak out. Of course, I called his mom and she explained everything to me and I began to understand. This is a wonderful book to recommend to her. I also enjoyed reading about each family member and how the sensory disorders varied so much. However, each had their own issues to deal with, they really stuck together as a family and supported one another. Even the dog had sensory issues. I would really recommend this book to teachers so that they have better sense of some of the behaviors that go on in the classroom.

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A fun book for kids with SID and extended family members..., June 20, 2006

By	pearlo (iowa) - See all my reviews

We really enjoy this book. It helps our daughter understand what is going on with her senses, and why we need to do heavy work acivities and other parts of her sensory diet. It is also the book we have shown her grandparents because it touches on a lot of definitions related to sensory integration, and gives examples of characters with the traits. I highly recommend you buy this for your child with SID and people who spend a lot of time with your child.