Strategies at Hand: Quick and Handy Strategies for Working wtih Students on the Autism Spectrum [Paperback]

Robin Brewer and Tracy Mueller (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 1, 2008

Strategies at Hand reintroduces the much-valued concept of convenience to teachers, paraprofessionals and related professionals who work with students with autism spectrum disorders. It features easy-to-implement strategies that can be used in all types of educational settings and situations. This tool is broken down into five color-coded sections that are easy to locate and use: Learning Environments (classroom, field trips, etc.), Areas of Student Need (communication, behavior, etc.), Transitions (substitute teachers, school assemblies, etc.), Alphabetical Explanations of Terms (functional behavioral assessment, picture communication systems, etc.), and Resources and References.

Editorial Reviews

Review

Robin Brewer and Tracy Mueller have developed a practical tool that provides strategies, ideas and resources at the palm of your hand, broken down by color into the following categories: Learning Environments, Areas of Student Need, Transitions, Specific Strategies, and References and Resources. I recommend this clever resource to busy educators and others who work with students on the autism spectrum. --Melissa L. Trautman, M.S.Ed., special education teacher and co-author of The Hidden Curriculum: Practical Solutions for Understanding Unstated Rules in Social Situations<br /><br />Strategies at Hand is a great tool that literally fits in your pocket. It contains a wealth of practical information and resources in a unique and convenient format. It is invaluable for educational teams working with students on the autism spectrum. --Gina Quintana, senior consultant, Colorado Department of Education<br /><br />This convenient little tool box is full of at-your-fingertips strategies for supporting students on the autism spectrum … in the classroom, on field trips, at assemblies, on the school bus, in the cafeteria and more. Each colored-coded tip card is bursting with behavior interventions, communication systems, sensory and social strategies, reinforcement methods, positive behavioral supports, etc. --Joanna L. Keating-Velasco, instructional aide and author of A Is for Autism, F Is for Friend - A Kid's Book on Making Friends with a Child Who Has Autism and In His Shoes, A Short Journey Through Autism

This convenient little tool box is full of at-your-fingertips strategies for supporting students on the autism spectrum … in the classroom, on field trips, at assemblies, on the school bus, in the cafeteria and more. Each colored-coded tip card is bursting with behavior interventions, communication systems, sensory and social strategies, reinforcement methods, positive behavioral supports, etc. --Joanna L. Keating-Velasco, instructional aide and author of A Is for Autism, F Is for Friend - A Kid's Book on Making Friends with a Child Who Has Autism and In His Shoes, A Short Journey Through Autism

Strategies at Hand is a great tool that literally fits in your pocket. It contains a wealth of practical information and resources in a unique and convenient format. It is invaluable for educational teams working with students on the autism spectrum. --Gina Quintana, senior consultant, Colorado Department of Education

About the Author

Robin Brewer, Ph.D., is an associate professor at the University of Northern Colorado in Greeley, Colorado. She has also worked as a special education teacher and a behavioral consultant for the Colorado Department of Education. Robin started the Autism Task Force while at the Colorado Department of Education and continues to be an active member, training teams to work with students with autism around the state. Tracy Gershwin Mueller, Ph.D., is an assistant professor at the University of Northern Colorado in Greeley, Colorado. Tracy previously worked as a special education teacher and a behavior analyst for families of children and adults with behavior challenges. Her area of expertise includes positive behavior support, parent-school partnerships, and alternative dispute resolution. Tracy is a Colorado-trained mediator.

Product Details

• Paperback
• Publisher: Autism Asperger Publishing Company; Spi edition (April 1, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1934575186
• ISBN-13: 978-1934575185
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 2.8 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #618,413 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Strategies for Parents and Professionals, June 7, 2008

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Bonnie Sayers "autismfamily" (Los Angeles, CA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Strategies at Hand: Quick and Handy Strategies for Working wtih Students on the Autism Spectrum (Paperback)

This unique book is color coded with specific tips and ideas for students on the autism spectrum in regard to transitions, field trips, general education and special education, assemblies, how to prepare ahead of time for fire drills, hints for riding the bus, how to communicate with home on a daily basis and transitions for when there is a substitute teacher or another aide.

There are visuals to help guide the professional. This is a handy reference tool for the novice as well as other professionals that work with the autism population.

At this great price it is perfect to get for teachers and paraeducators for new school year gifts while the parents can read over the summer break to get it all figured out, especially the transitions if moving onto middle school from elementary school.

I learned a lot for my son who will be riding the school bus for the first time come the fall and guidelines for assemblies and fire drills.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This is cool!, August 1, 2008

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Francia Dannemiller (Columbus, ohio United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Strategies at Hand: Quick and Handy Strategies for Working wtih Students on the Autism Spectrum (Paperback)

What a great resource! After reviewing it, I bought several more to give to my son's regular ed and special ed teachers. This condenses so much useful information and I know it will help the teachers work more successfully with children with autism. Thank you to the authors!!!