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This easy-to-follow resource provides a complete toolbox of social skills and the means to attain them so that students may approach their futures with excitement rather than anxiety. Jed Baker tackles a wide variety of issues faced by individuals across the spectrum, such as perspective-taking, nonverbal communication skills, conversational skills, and stress management. He explains the laws and services that provide assistance, offers a multitude of options and resources, and encourages an emphasis on the students’ assets as tools for meeting social goals.


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"It is my philosophy that the skills in this book and others do not represent a model of social correctness. They are, however, ideas of how to behave that may help students reach their own goals. . . . The message is, don’t alter the uniqueness that makes you special in so many great ways—just add to what you can do." — Dr. Jed Baker

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22 of 22 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Life Skills Training, July 10, 2006
This is a great motivational book for someone on the verge of entering into adulthood. Dr. Baker pinpoints specific skills needed for a variety of "life situations" by catagorizing them and dealing with them individually. It starts out with mapping out assets and challenges. There are activity pages to use when anger is an issue and suggestions on calming ones self. The book includes a 16 page section on dating. It offers great advice for job seekers, from writing resumes to handling rejection. These are only a few of the sections found in this book. It truly is indispensable for anyone with Autism or Asperger's Syndrome. I definitely recommend this one.
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19 of 19 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant Navigator, December 11, 2006
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This book is truly a Godsend. It is ideal for people on the autism/Asperger's spectrum who are approaching adulthood. Dr. Baker is plainly a gifted man and this book is proof positive of his logical vision. He is also a brilliant navigator who leads expeditions for people on the a/A spectrum into understanding the neurotypical world and issues in it.

I like the way he organizes assets and challenges by putting them into categories, e.g. work, social, etc. Dr. Baker includes some good practical techniques for handling difficult emotions. His advice on dating and employment issues is something no adult on the spectrum should go without reading. If you are an adult on the spectrum, please make this book your best friend.

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16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Deals with a variety of key issues, June 16, 2006
Life situations, from simple conversation to employment skills, have been touched on in this indispensable book. So many ideas were gleened from this thorough book. It was easy to read and not filled with alot of technical verbage to work through. It gets straight to the point of each issue and has very workable instructions for teaching purposes. This and "1001 Great Ideas" by Ellen Notbohm are excellent resources.
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4.0 out of 5 stars For High School and College
Dr. Jed Baker's book is very helpful to prepare young adults/teens with resume/interviewing skills to obtain jobs, and interact with different types of people, advocate for... Read more
Published 1 month ago by C. Gordon

3.0 out of 5 stars Good but too focused on social issues.
The first chapters are great in this book but the vast majority is a teaching plan for communication problems. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Mom of 3

4.0 out of 5 stars Pretty Good
One of my sons is seeing a therapist & she has stated that she feels he has some traits of AS. Well, after looking into it more, it would seem that both of my sons do. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Michele

5.0 out of 5 stars A necessary tool for social skills groups.
I use Dr. Bakers manuals and pictures books in my group practice, and find them to be an invaluable tool for social skills training. Read more
Published on January 10, 2007 by Janie M. Bryk Lcsw

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent!!!
Another practical, informative and totally user-friendly book from Dr. Baker. Every professional working with adolescents and young adults will benefit from having this in their... Read more
Published on January 7, 2007 by Alan

5.0 out of 5 stars Knowledge delivered effectively is empowering!
In this indispensable guide, Dr. Baker gives parents and educators solid tools and strategies to embrace what's unique about our students in a way the adds ease and empowerment to... Read more
Published on January 5, 2007 by brandon

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book on social skills
"Preparing for Life" was a terrific book. If someone you know has Autism/Asperger's and is getting ready for any major transitions in life, this book is highly recommended. Read more
Published on July 6, 2006 by Judy Ashley

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Social Skills Resource!
I have not read a better book on social skills. This book offers in depth information and "how to" skills. Read more
Published on June 26, 2006 by Julie B

5.0 out of 5 stars Invaluable Resource
Even though I am not an educator, I have a relative with Autism. I have now, through the reading of this book as well as others, learned more of the struggles that many with... Read more
Published on June 16, 2006 by Aunt of a sweetie

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