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Teaching of specific groups & persons with special educational needs

Paperback. Parents, teachers and other professionals often struggle to know how to deal with disruptive, abusive or aggressive behaviour. This book addresses the urgent need for a realistic, practical and effective approach to dealing with severe disruptive behaviour in children and adolescents. Num Pages: 192 pages, black & white line drawings, black & white tables, figures. BIC Classification: JFSP1; JNSL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 228 x 152 x 15. Weight in Grams: 288.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
192
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843104841
ISBN
9781843104841
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 27.28

Paperback. This book outlines an approach for encouraging able children to focus their active minds in a productive way and discover the joy of reading. It encourages the development of independent learning skills and will help parents and educators to create a personalized reading programme for a gifted child at home or small groups of children in school. Num Pages: 192 pages. BIC Classification: JNSP; JNU; YQCS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 280 x 216 x 13. Weight in Grams: 550.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Number of pages
192
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843105701
ISBN
9781843105701
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 28.48

Paperback. This new edition of an award-winning book includes up-to-date research and practice, providing parents and carers with a host of ideas to encourage their child's development. The games and activities use toys and materials which most children will already have, and involve no special preparation. They are also fun to play. Illustrator(s): Mellersh, Jeanie. Num Pages: 272 pages, 59 illustrations. BIC Classification: JNS; VFXC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 232 x 159 x 18. Weight in Grams: 424.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
2nd
Number of pages
272
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843106937
ISBN
9781843106937
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 21.24

Paperback. This book introduces autism from a non-clinical, humanist perspective, emphasizing that we are all more alike than different. The author deconstructs the fundamental concepts of the autistic experience using language, examples and anecdotes that are concrete and understandable for all. Num Pages: 192 pages, references, index. BIC Classification: JNSL; MMJ; VFJD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 138 x 13. Weight in Grams: 136.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
144
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843107262
ISBN
9781843107262
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 21.24

Paperback. Num Pages: 208 pages, references, index. BIC Classification: JNS; VFJD; VFX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 230 x 154 x 13. Weight in Grams: 324.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
208
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843107415
ISBN
9781843107415
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 27.28

Paperback. Based on 25 years of working with children with ASDs Magnusen contends that teachers who can blend the 'science' of education methodology with the 'art' of teaching are best able to reach these children. She takes a fresh look at established and more recent teaching methods and then explores why, when and how these techniques should be applied. Num Pages: 128 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JNSL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 163 x 8. Weight in Grams: 218.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
128
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843107477
ISBN
9781843107477
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 24.86

Paperback. The authors provide a diagnostic model based on assessment of the child in contrast to 'neurotypical' children, considering relationships at home, school or in care. They show how to develop early intervention strategies and aid parents, teachers and mental health professionals in making informed decisions to nurture the development of AS children. Num Pages: 320 pages, indexes. BIC Classification: JMC; JNS; VFJD; VFX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 236 x 157 x 16. Weight in Grams: 464.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
304
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843107484
ISBN
9781843107484
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 29.69

Paperback. Martha Kennedy Hartnett is the mother of a child with AS who made the courageous choice to homeschool. Emerging from the author's personal experience, this book is a step by step account of successful home education. It will take you into the homes of Asperger families as they journey from survival of the playground bully to making it work at home. Num Pages: 144 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JNS; VFJD; VFX; VSK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 219 x 141 x 10. Weight in Grams: 152.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
144
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843107637
ISBN
9781843107637
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 24.86

Paperback. Durig provides ideas and examples that enable the reader to understand and recognize autism, and prepare for interaction with autistic people. He explains how autistic perception 'works' and how it yields autistic behaviours, to enable readers to see the world through the eyes of an autistic person, and thus change the way they perceive autism. Num Pages: 136 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JNSL; MMH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 142 x 215 x 13. Weight in Grams: 188.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
144
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843107910
ISBN
9781843107910
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 24.46

Paperback. This guide provides need-to-know information for parents and professionals and answers frequently asked questions about dyslexia. Alan M. Hultquist addresses many of the issues surrounding dyslexia, including possible causes and subtypes, means of testing, remediation and the controversial matter of "staying back" to repeat a school year. Series: JKP Essentials. Num Pages: 112 pages. BIC Classification: JNS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 246 x 174 x 7. Weight in Grams: 206.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
112
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843108337
ISBN
9781843108337
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 20.13

Paperback. Based on the experiences of classroom teachers, and written from a teacher's perspective, this book provides easy-to-apply strategies that support and encourage AS students in the mainstream classroom, from organization and time management techniques to framing classroom instructions to make lessons more accessible for children with AS. Num Pages: 160 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JNSL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 158 x 9. Weight in Grams: 242.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
160
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843108405
ISBN
9781843108405
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 21.24

Hardback. It 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 understand their child's problems and learn to distinguish between normal disruption and that which warrants professional treatment. Num Pages: 288 pages, black & white tables. BIC Classification: JNSL; VFXC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 252 x 180 x 22. Weight in Grams: 670.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843108702
ISBN
9781843108702
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 50.19

Paperback. This book provides guidance for schools and parents on how to make the transfer from primary to secondary as easy as possible for children with ASDs. It advocates the need for scrupulous preparation of transfer arrangements because children with ASDs struggle to predict the outcome of any new situation. Illustrator(s): Al-Ghani, Haitham. Num Pages: 96 pages, 7 cartoons. BIC Classification: JNSL; YXK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 297 x 212 x 6. Weight in Grams: 298.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
96
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843109341
ISBN
9781843109341
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 29.69

Paperback. The book acts as a teaching menu, offering a variety of options that teachers can use as and when they see fit. The author gets to the heart of issues associated with teaching mixed ability classes, offering more flexible alternatives to traditional teaching strategies and suggesting helpful approaches that really work. Num Pages: 272 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JNS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 227 x 154 x 18. Weight in Grams: 392.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Number of pages
272
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849050579
ISBN
9781849050579
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 27.28

Paperback. The authors explain clearly how to prepare for, carry out and reflect on the use of Intensive Interaction with a client or family member. A multitude of key questions are addressed. In the final section they consider some of the wider implications of the approach. Num Pages: 160 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFG; JKSN; JNS; VFJD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 151 x 11. Weight in Grams: 246.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
160
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849051095
ISBN
9781849051095
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 27.28

Paperback. This book offers an abundance of fun games that help children to confront personal problems in a light-hearted yet meaningful way. These are games with a difference, as they must be constructed before they can be played. The creation aspect involves collaboration within a team, and instils an empowering sense of ownership in the creators. Num Pages: 144 pages, 40 black and white illustrations. BIC Classification: JNH; JNSL; MQTC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 245 x 172 x 10. Weight in Grams: 270.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
144
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849051637
ISBN
9781849051637
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 22.55

Paperback. This book arms schools with essential information, strategies and resources that will help to make early schooldays an enjoyable experience for young children on the spectrum. Constructive suggestions, such as introducing visual schedules and accommodating sensory issues, will help children with ASD to feel comfortable in school. Illustrator(s): Al-Ghani, Haitham. Num Pages: 112 pages, 20 black and white illustrations. BIC Classification: JNFN; JNSG2. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 278 x 216 x 8. Weight in Grams: 308.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
112
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849051699
ISBN
9781849051699
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 30.90

Paperback. Based on extensive research, this practical book gives you the tools needed to use Social Narratives, a simple intervention for helping children with autism spectrum disorder develop social behaviour. Packed with sample stories, and with step-by-step guidelines for writing, this book will show you how to implement the approach to maximise success. Num Pages: 152 pages. BIC Classification: JNSG2. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 155 x 229 x 11. Weight in Grams: 232.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849055925
ISBN
9781849055925
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.31

Paperback. Merges' program is based on the concept that there are 10 hurdles that make it challenging for people with ASD to enjoy social interaction. This book guides the reader through planning, running, and assessing group sessions designed to help participants overcome these hurdles, and ultimately enjoy more independent and fulfilling lives. Num Pages: 208 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFG; JFFP; JNSG2. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 226 x 153 x 11. Weight in Grams: 286.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
208
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849058346
ISBN
9781849058346
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.06

Paperback. Exploring the various communication and intervention options available, this book clearly explains everything families, teachers, therapists and other professionals need to know in order to improve a child's communication, behaviour, social and academic skills. Chapters follow a consistent, user-friendly format. Num Pages: 144 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JNSG2. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 228 x 153 x 8. Weight in Grams: 206.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
144
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849058377
ISBN
9781849058377
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 21.24

Paperback. This completely revised edition embraces new developments in this rapidly developing field. The wealth of up-to-date information provided will be invaluable not only for researchers and students but also for psychologists, teachers and other professionals, and parents, carers and family members in search of comprehensive and helpful information. Num Pages: 368 pages, bibliography, glossary. BIC Classification: JFFG; JMC; JNSG2; MJW; MMH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 157 x 20. Weight in Grams: 562.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1998
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley
Condition
New
SKU
V9781853025556
ISBN
9781853025556
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 45.38

Paperback. This book looks at education in the context of several distinct travelling groups including Circus, Fairground and New Travellers. Cathy Kiddle argues that education is important for Traveller children in that it enables them to develop into independent learners and, through this, independent people, able to speak for themselves. Series: Children in Charge. Num Pages: 176 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFS; JNK; JNS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 160 x 10. Weight in Grams: 262.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Pub
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
200
Condition
New
SKU
V9781853026843
ISBN
9781853026843
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.31

Paperback. This book contains 14 biographies written by people of all ages who have a learning disability. The authors discuss how these stories might be representative of other people with learning disabilities and what key themes may be identified from the stories. The pictorial form is accessible to people with learning disabilities. Num Pages: 144 pages, index. BIC Classification: BG; JFFG; JNSG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 8. Weight in Grams: 234.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Pub
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781853026904
ISBN
9781853026904
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 36.93

Paperback. This is a complete course in social skills training for students in their teens, and is particularly appropriate for those with mild learning difficulties. It comprises a series of sessions accompanied by leader sheets. Examples of scenarios are given, and students are encouraged to act them out and discuss the issues raised in them. Num Pages: 192 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JM; JNS; VS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 13. Weight in Grams: 353.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
190
Condition
New
SKU
V9781853027161
ISBN
9781853027161
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.31

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