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Paperback. Giggle Time is a program for parents, teachers and other professionals to help develop the non-verbal, verbal and social reciprocity skills of children with autism. It describes in accessible detail how to communicate with children with autism and gives clear instructions on "how to" techniques for developing language skills. Num Pages: 224 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JNSL; VFX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 246 x 175 x 13. Weight in Grams: 408.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843107163
- ISBN
- 9781843107163
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 21.31
€ 21.31
Paperback. The program focuses on five key stages of communication development - interactive play, nonverbal communication, social language, conversation, and civil behaviour - and five life-long responsive strategies to use every day to build relationships within the child's own world. Num Pages: 336 pages, references, index. BIC Classification: JMR; JNS; VFJD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 232 x 156 x 21. Weight in Grams: 489.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Number of pages
- 336
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843107583
- ISBN
- 9781843107583
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 33.28
€ 33.28
Paperback. This warm and accessible book offers advice on subjects ranging across diagnosis and therapy, children's interaction with each other, suitable activities for a child with NLD and how to discuss NLD with children. An essential guide, this book will reassure, advise and inform parents and professionals who work with children with NLD. Num Pages: 224 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JNSG; VFJD; VFX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 236 x 157 x 14. Weight in Grams: 334.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843107620
- ISBN
- 9781843107620
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 27.25
€ 27.25
Paperback. Most people with Non-Verbal Learning Disorder or AS are underemployed. This book sets out to change this. With practical advice on everything from job hunting to interview techniques, from 'fitting in' in the workplace to whether or not to disclose a diagnosis, this book guides people with NLD or AS successfully through the employment mine field. Num Pages: 336 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: VFJD; VSC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 159 x 19. Weight in Grams: 516.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 336
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843107668
- ISBN
- 9781843107668
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 27.25
€ 27.25
Paperback. The author shares her experiences of life as the parent of a child with NLD with humanity and humour. She looks not only at day to day practicalities such as making meal times easier for all the family and reaching compromises on inappropriate clothing choices but also at the long-term plan for independence. Num Pages: 224 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JNSG; VFJD; VFX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 155 x 12. Weight in Grams: 326.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843107705
- ISBN
- 9781843107705
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 24.84
€ 24.84
Paperback. This book is Susan Rubinyi's story of raising her son Ben who has Asperger's Syndrome, and how she has come to view his condition as a blessing. While acknowledging the challenges of AS, she emphasizes the extraordinary positives of her son's life and his gifts - his photographic memory, perfect pitch and French-English bilingual abilities. Num Pages: 120 pages. BIC Classification: MJNA; VFJD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 156 x 6. Weight in Grams: 199.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 120
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843107842
- ISBN
- 9781843107842
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 27.25
€ 27.25
Paperback. Palmer advises parents and professionals how to prepare the student for the transition from school and home life to a new environment and educational challenge, and how to support them through potential problems such as academic pressure, living away from home, social integration and appropriate levels of participation in college. Num Pages: 176 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: MJNA; VFJB; VFXC1; VSC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 232 x 155 x 10. Weight in Grams: 266.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 176
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843108016
- ISBN
- 9781843108016
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 24.84
€ 24.84
Paperback. At least one in five pregnancies ends in miscarriage, yet aftercare is rarely available for those who have experienced it. Grief Unseen explains different kinds of childbearing losses, such as failed fertility treatment, ectopic pregnancy, and stillbirth, and explores their emotional impact on women and their partners, and the process of healing. Num Pages: 192 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: MJTF; MQTC; VFJX; VFXB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 232 x 157 x 13. Weight in Grams: 306.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Number of pages
- 192
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843108054
- ISBN
- 9781843108054
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 32.99€ 32.80
€ 32.99
€ 32.80
Paperback. This book is full of advice and inspiration, written by parents for other parents and professionals caring for children on the autism spectrum. Chapter topics range from the effect of autism in the family on couple or sibling relationships and intervention options to educational issues, diet, and the role of friends and relatives. Editor(s): Ross, Donna Satterlee; Jolly, Kelly. Num Pages: 208 pages. BIC Classification: MJNA; VFJB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 163 x 14. Weight in Grams: 326.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 208
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843108290
- ISBN
- 9781843108290
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 24.84
€ 24.84
Paperback. This book considers the challenges of caring for children with physical, developmental and mental health disorders and proposes methods such as learning to see events through your child's own eyes, celebrating their strengths and achievements and recognising how others can help your child. Num Pages: 208 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: VFJD; VFX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 156 x 11. Weight in Grams: 326.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 208
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843108412
- ISBN
- 9781843108412
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 23.63
€ 23.63
Paperback. This book presents a variety of experience-based perspectives on working in palliative care. Emphasising the use of self and the importance of reflective practice in professional work, the book will be of relevance to professionals in medical and social care who want to gain a deeper understanding of their work and of the motivation underlying it. Num Pages: 128 pages. BIC Classification: HRLK; JHBZ; VFJX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 138 x 217 x 7. Weight in Grams: 160.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 128
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843108573
- ISBN
- 9781843108573
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 27.41
€ 27.41
Paperback. Martin presents a comprehensive developmental profile of children with NLD. She helps parents and professionals to identify learners with NLD and insure they receive early intervention. Offering practical advice on NLD at home and at school, she describes step-by-step interventions for improving a range of skills from penmanship to social acumen. Num Pages: 240 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JNS; VFJD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 156 x 12. Weight in Grams: 352.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843108580
- ISBN
- 9781843108580
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 24.84
€ 24.84
Paperback. Will's anxieties and obsessions can dominate daily life, making a trip to the grocery store seem like a walk across a minefield. But amidst these unpredictable "flip-outs" there are moments of wonder. Kelly Harland's stories explore her son's life to the age of 14, and the unexpected universe she and her husband must learn to navigate with him. Num Pages: 160 pages, 1 photograph. BIC Classification: BG; MJNA; VFD; VFJD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 232 x 155 x 10. Weight in Grams: 240.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- Revised
- Number of pages
- 160
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843108696
- ISBN
- 9781843108696
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 27.25
€ 27.25
Paperback. Korpi recognizes the need for young adults to be included in decisions and discussions about their future. The first part of the book shows how families can adapt everyday routines to develop the young adult's life skills. The second part provides information on support services, and stresses the importance of devising an effective transition plan. Num Pages: 144 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JNS; VFXC1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 212 x 133 x 8. Weight in Grams: 178.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 144
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843108740
- ISBN
- 9781843108740
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 24.84
€ 24.84
Paperback. The mind/body exercises in this book help young people with AS improve balance, coordination and sensory awareness, leading to greater self-confidence, and independence. With photographs to show how exercises are done, these techniques can have an immediate effect on how an individual moves, thinks of him or herself, and relates to others. Num Pages: 152 pages. BIC Classification: MJNA; VFJD; YXA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 244 x 173 x 10. Weight in Grams: 316.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843108757
- ISBN
- 9781843108757
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 24.84
€ 24.84
Hardback. This book is full of advice on the safe, effective treatments that are available to children, and offers positive strategies for helping parents and professionals to do the best for their dyslogical child. Drawing on the latest research, Rimland outlines the impact of biological factors and exposes the influences of toxins and dietary deficiencies. Num Pages: 192 pages. BIC Classification: JMAL; JMC; JNSG; VFJD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 243 x 165 x 18. Weight in Grams: 454.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 240
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843108771
- ISBN
- 9781843108771
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 29.99€ 29.66
€ 29.99
€ 29.66
Paperback. The book is a collection of real-life stories of people on the autism spectrum growing up, as told by their families. Accounts explore the challenges that families of people with autism have faced, and the techniques they have used to improve the quality of their children's lives, from vitamins and dietary changes to intensive interaction. Editor(s): Botsford Johnson, Jane; Van Rensselaer, Anne. Num Pages: 192 pages. BIC Classification: MJNA; VFJD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 231 x 156 x 12. Weight in Grams: 296.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 192
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843108856
- ISBN
- 9781843108856
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 24.94
€ 24.94
Paperback. The Colors of Grief explores strategies for supporting a grieving child to ensure healthy growth. Janis Di Ciacco illustrates the child's grieving process, and, drawing connections between bereavement, attachment issues and social dysfunction, suggests easy-to-use activities for intervention, including infant massage, aromatherapy and storytelling. Num Pages: 176 pages, 16 illustrations. BIC Classification: JMC; VFJX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 156 x 9. Weight in Grams: 262.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 176
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843108863
- ISBN
- 9781843108863
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 24.94
€ 24.94
Paperback. Love-shyness is a condition which causes a phobia of romantic and sexual situations. This book is designed to help Love-Shys overcome this fear and to meet, date, and maintain romantic relationships. A self-confessed Love-Shy, Shockley explores the condition, its links with Asperger's Syndrome and how it differs from normal shyness. Num Pages: 256 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JM; VFJD; VFVG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 155 x 12. Weight in Grams: 366.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843108979
- ISBN
- 9781843108979
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 27.25
€ 27.25
Paperback. Written by a dietician and mother of a child who is thriving on a gluten-free casein-free diet, this guide covers everything from how to get your child on the diet, to meal plans, recipes and shopping lists. Lord offers sound nutritional advice on how to implement the diet correctly, without harming your child by omitting major nutrient groups. Num Pages: 192 pages. BIC Classification: VFXC; WBHS; WBQ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 156 x 11. Weight in Grams: 284.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843109099
- ISBN
- 9781843109099
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 24.57
€ 24.57
Paperback. This book offers self-help interventions and a wide-ranging, practical discussion of the types of professional help available for a child with emotional and behavioural problems as well as guidance and ideas to help parents distinguish between normal disruption and that which warrants professional treatment. Num Pages: 352 pages, black & white tables. BIC Classification: JMC; VFD; VFX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 236 x 156 x 21. Weight in Grams: 498.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 352
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843109143
- ISBN
- 9781843109143
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 26.14
€ 26.14
Paperback. In the USA alone, there are roughly three million individuals living with a developmental disability, but less than a third are active in the labour market. This book provides a comprehensive approach to developing a successful jobs program for persons with developmental disabilities, drawn from the author's extensive experience and real success. Num Pages: 160 pages. BIC Classification: JFFG; KCFM; KJMV2; VFJD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 228 x 152 x 12. Weight in Grams: 240.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 160
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843109228
- ISBN
- 9781843109228
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 37.11
€ 37.11
Hardback. The author explores dietary approaches that have been advocated in ASD. For each approach, he explores the potential benefits; evidence for and against the diet; and sources of further information. He describes his own approach, the Simple Restriction Diet (SRD) explaining how to implement it and work out whether a dietary approach is of benefit. Num Pages: 272 pages, tables. BIC Classification: JMM; MBNH3; MJNA; VFJD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 242 x 161 x 23. Weight in Grams: 578.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843109396
- ISBN
- 9781843109396
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 29.99€ 29.66
€ 29.99
€ 29.66
Paperback. Fragile X syndrome is one of the main causes of child developmental delay and autism spectrum disorders. This book breaks down the complex science of this genetic disorder and provides the facts and advice that every bewildered parent or professional needs to support individuals with Fragile X syndrome. Series: JKP Essentials. Num Pages: 112 pages, 8 black and white illustrations. BIC Classification: MJCG; VFJD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 244 x 175 x 7. Weight in Grams: 208.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 112
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843109914
- ISBN
- 9781843109914
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 21.35
€ 21.35