There are countless books with information about children with Asperger Syndrome, but very few offer a personal look into the inner lives of these children. In this unique collection of children s essays, poems and discussions recounted by parents, readers have a rare opportunity to gain insight into the world of children with Asperger Syndrome. Instead of being talked about, children here have the opportunity to share their world their passions and fears, their awesome sense of wonder and quirky sense of humor, their distinguishing talents and much more.
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More Than Little Professors, a compelling collection of stories, poems and artwork by children with Asperger s, runs a high risk of becoming the most dog-eared book on my bookshelf. It is certain to be devoured by my graduate students along with the many children and families we serve in the schools and community. I wish this book had existed when I first began supporting children on the autism spectrum to socialize and play with their typical peers and siblings in Integrated Play Groups. It is a privilege to peek into the worlds of these amazing young authors and artists, who share many insights that are both validating and inspirational for my life s work. There are lessons for us all that are certain to impact generations to come. --Pamela Wolfberg, Ph.D., San Francisco State University Autism Institute on Peer Relations and Play
The poetry, comments and stories within these pages provide information directly from the mouths of babes about how children with Asperger Syndrome feel about themselves, others and the world they so readily observe, and in the process clear up common misunderstandings. Poignant, at times painful and powerful, this book helps us to appreciate the child within these intriguing individuals, encouraging us to look deeper and learn from their wisdom. --Michelle Garcia Winner, SLP MA-CCC, specialist for persons with social cognitive learning challenges, San Jose, California
This wonderful volume conveys the experience of individuals with Asperger s disorder as they cope with the typical world. Through writings, poems, comments and artwork, the book provides important insight into the experiences and inner worlds of children with Asperger s. --Fred R. Volkmar, M.D. Director, Yale Child Study Center, Irving B. Harris Professor of Child Psychiatry, Pediatrics and Psychology Yale University School of Medicine, Chief, Child Psychiatry Children's Hospital at Yale-New Haven
The poetry, comments and stories within these pages provide information directly from the mouths of babes about how children with Asperger Syndrome feel about themselves, others and the world they so readily observe, and in the process clear up common misunderstandings. Poignant, at times painful and powerful, this book helps us to appreciate the child within these intriguing individuals, encouraging us to look deeper and learn from their wisdom. --Michelle Garcia Winner, SLP MA-CCC, specialist for persons with social cognitive learning challenges, San Jose, California
This wonderful volume conveys the experience of individuals with Asperger s disorder as they cope with the typical world. Through writings, poems, comments and artwork, the book provides important insight into the experiences and inner worlds of children with Asperger s. --Fred R. Volkmar, M.D. Director, Yale Child Study Center, Irving B. Harris Professor of Child Psychiatry, Pediatrics and Psychology Yale University School of Medicine, Chief, Child Psychiatry Children's Hospital at Yale-New Haven
The poetry, comments and stories within these pages provide information directly from the mouths of babes about how children with Asperger Syndrome feel about themselves, others and the world they so readily observe, and in the process clear up common misunderstandings. Poignant, at times painful and powerful, this book helps us to appreciate the child within these intriguing individuals, encouraging us to look deeper and learn from their wisdom. --Michelle Garcia Winner, SLP MA-CCC, specialist for persons with social cognitive learning challenges, San Jose, California
This wonderful volume conveys the experience of individuals with Asperger s disorder as they cope with the typical world. Through writings, poems, comments and artwork, the book provides important insight into the experiences and inner worlds of children with Asperger s. --Fred R. Volkmar, M.D. Director, Yale Child Study Center, Irving B. Harris Professor of Child Psychiatry, Pediatrics and Psychology Yale University School of Medicine, Chief, Child Psychiatry Children's Hospital at Yale-New Haven
The poetry, comments and stories within these pages provide information directly from the mouths of babes about how children with Asperger Syndrome feel about themselves, others and the world they so readily observe, and in the process clear up common misunderstandings. Poignant, at times painful and powerful, this book helps us to appreciate the child within these intriguing individuals, encouraging us to look deeper and learn from their wisdom. --Michelle Garcia Winner, SLP MA-CCC, specialist for persons with social cognitive learning challenges, San Jose, California
This wonderful volume conveys the experience of individuals with Asperger s disorder as they cope with the typical world. Through writings, poems, comments and artwork, the book provides important insight into the experiences and inner worlds of children with Asperger s. --Fred R. Volkmar, M.D. Director, Yale Child Study Center, Irving B. Harris Professor of Child Psychiatry, Pediatrics and Psychology Yale University School of Medicine, Chief, Child Psychiatry Children's Hospital at Yale-New Haven
About the Author
Lisa Barrett Mann, M.S.Ed., is a consultant specializing in cognitive-behavioral interventions for children and adolescents with Asperger Syndrome or similar disorders. Formerly a successful publishing executive and an award-winning healthcare writer for the Washington Post, Lisa made a mid-life career change after her son was diagnosed with Asperger Syndrome. She and her family live in Overland Park, Kansas, where her consulting practice is also based.
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
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Must-Read for any parent or teacher of kids with Asperger's,
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This review is from: More Than Little Professors: Children with Asperger Syndrome: In Their Own Words (Paperback)
If you've met one kid with Asperger's... you've met ONE kid with Asperger's. "More Than Little Professors," on the other hand, has quotes, essays, etc, from more than 70 children and teens with this high-functioning autism spectrum disorder. It's fascinating to compare their different experiences and thought processes. And then there are the occasionally startling similarities (e.g., two preschoolers whose favorite number is "googleplex"!) No other book will give you as much insight into how kids with AS think, talk, and act, as this one. Definitely a "must-read" for anyone who lives with or teaches kids on the spectrum.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
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Put this in every teacher's hands!,
This review is from: More Than Little Professors: Children with Asperger Syndrome: In Their Own Words (Paperback)
I wish I'd had this book when my son, now eighteen, started his long and arduous journey through the school system. I kept hearing: "We just don't understand him." Or people would read a bit about Asperger Syndrome and decide that he couldn't be creative, couldn't feel empathy. My son has a poem in this book that is an answer to them. Furthermore, this book is a delight to read, so it will be read! This will go a long way toward shattering the stereotypes. Bravo!
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More Than Little Proffessors is an awesome book! I felt like I was reading one of those Chicken Soup for the ____ soul books, where I'm reading short stories that are easy to read, put a smile on my face and leave me feeling good the rest of the day. Plus, with my son having Aspergers, I could relate to most of them and it made me laugh. Love this book!
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