The Hidden Child: The Linwood Method for Reaching the Autistic Child [Paperback]

Jeanne Simons (Author), Sabine Oishi (Author), Bertram A. Ruttenburg (Foreword)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 1986

A look at the Linwood method-a therapy and education program for children with autism developed by Jeanne Simons, and practised at the Linwood Children's Center in Ellicott City, Maryland.

Editorial Reviews

From Library Journal

Linwood Children's Center for autis tic children was founded in 1955 by teacher and therapist Simons. Oishi skillfully combines Simons's case studies, anecdotes, and reminis cences with her own observations and research to produce a readable, moving account. She provides an ex cellent explanation of autism, then a step-by-step analysis of the Linwood method of establishing relationships, patterning good behavior, overcom ing compulsions, developing skills, and fostering social and emotional development. This valuable guide book for teachers and therapists also has a hopeful message for parents of autistic children.Shirley L. Hop kinson, Library & Information Sci ence Div., California State Univ., San Jose
Copyright 1987 Reed Business Information, Inc.

From the Publisher

A Review...

"Oishi provides an excellent explanation of autism, then a step-by-step analysis of the Linwood method of establishing relationships, patterning good behavior, overcoming compulsions, developing skills, and fostering social and emotional development. This valuable guidebook for teachers and therapists also has a hopeful message for parents of autistic children." --Library Journal

Product Details

• Paperback: 251 pages
• Publisher: Woodbine House; 1 edition (November 1986)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0933149069
• ISBN-13: 978-0933149069
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 5.8 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 15.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,961,475 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Incredible! Learn how to connect with children with autism., July 21, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: The Hidden Child: The Linwood Method for Reaching the Autistic Child (Paperback)

This book is terrific! As a speech therapist who has always followed this approach on my own, it was incredible to read about others who also felt that these children are special for who they are not what their diagnosis is. To hear the author describe the importance of respecting these children and their individuality and why using their own motivators is the key to allowing them to feel comfortable joining our world reinforces the ultimate difference between being a therapist and being therapeutic. A must read for those who truly want to open their minds to an approach that works!

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The best I've read on how to live with an autistic child!, February 5, 2001

By 

Joann Lightfoot (Michigan) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Hidden Child: The Linwood Method for Reaching the Autistic Child (Paperback)

I have read too many books and articles on autism to count but this is the book I go back to time and again and recommend it to anyone with an autistic child. I even share it with teachers and paraprofessionals. The approach is common sense and unlike many books the therapy does not degrade the child but shows you ways to get around their behaviors or use their own obsessions to their and your benefit! The author is very creative in the way she individualizes each childs strengths and needs. Excellent source! It's right on the money! I can't say enough about this book! You can tell that the author actually lived with autistic children. It's a big difference than those that only observe for a few hours. She covers it all!

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars My Son's Autism, January 15, 2000

By 

washtuck (usa) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Hidden Child: The Linwood Method for Reaching the Autistic Child (Paperback)

A few years ago, I found this book in the library. My son has autism and I have read this book and used some of the things in this book. They worked and he now can talk and answer my questions and he has come along ways. I will order this book and I hope to share some of this in my clubs in Yahoo. You that have autism in your life and work withit, you should get this great book.