Asperger Syndrome: A Practical Guide for Teachers (Resource Materials for Teachers)

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Summary: Very informative, easy-to-read
Review: A busy teacher or parent can benefit tremendously from this book. My favourite part, which I now stress to every person who interacts with my son, is the use of the "Asperger Lens". The books shows many examples of a child's behaviour as it appears to others, then reviews the *same* behaviour through the "Asperger Lens", which is so illuminating! I highly recommend this book. Other AS books are also wonderful, but especially for teachers, this is specialized information, organized to be easy to read.

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Summary: Very informative, easy-to-read
Review: A busy teacher or parent can benefit tremendously from this book. My favourite part, which I now stress to every person who interacts with my son, is the use of the "Asperger Lens". The books shows many examples of a child's behaviour as it appears to others, then reviews the *same* behaviour through the "Asperger Lens", which is so illuminating! I highly recommend this book. Other AS books are also wonderful, but especially for teachers, this is specialized information, organized to be easy to read.

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Summary: Not as helpful as other books on this subject.
Review: Although the information given about identifying and diagnosing Asperger's Syndrome was excellent, I feel that other references, such as that written by Tony Attwood, were much more helpful with the nuts and bolts of teaching techniques. In my opinion, the limited usefulness of the book certainly did not justify the price.

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Summary: A clear & concise guide to effective classroom practice
Review: The authors : * outline the underlying impairments and their educational implications. * consider the issues of assessment & diagnosis. * offer practical strategies for effective & realistic classroom intervention. * consider the behavioural challenges the child with Asperger syndrome may pose The book seeks to inform professionals meeting a child with Asperger syndrome for the first time, and to equip them with effective educational and behavioural intervention strategies. Teachers, classroom assistants, psychologists and parents will all find this book helpful.

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Summary: Excellent Resource- Not just for teachers
Review: This book, although written in the UK and therefore referring to UK school structure, is a fantastic source of info for parents and teachers. I have given it to my 5-yr-old son's aides at preschool and day camp to read, and I'm ordering a copy to give his Kindergarten teacher in the fall! It's full of great examples and explanations of why AS kids behave as they do, how to help them succeed rather than fail, and really illustrates the kinds of things that can trigger outbursts that we caregivers may not notice.

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Summary: Great Resource for Parents & Teachers!
Review: This book, although written in the UK and therefore referring to UK school structure, is a fantastic source of info for parents and teachers. I have given it to my 5-yr-old son's aides at preschool and day camp to read, and I'm ordering a copy to give his Kindergarten teacher in the fall! It's full of great examples and explanations of why AS kids behave as they do, how to help them succeed rather than fail, and really illustrates the kinds of things that can trigger outbursts that we caregivers may not notice.

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Summary: Excellent guide to educating children with Asperger Syndrome
Review: This is the most concise source of information for educational modifications and strategies for those with Asperger Syndrome. It clearly addresses the strengths and weaknesses of these students, especially in the area of social difficulties. It shows people how to see problems from the point of view of people with this syndrome, and gives good classroom strategies. It makes good use of case histories to illustrate its points. It is a bit costly for its size, but every page counts. It is one of two books I consider essential for teachers of children with Asperger Syndrome to read.

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Summary: Excellent Resource- Not just for teachers
Review: What a great resource guide. The description of AS is easy to read and understand, making it good for family members and friends who want to know more about why your child is "different". Most importantly, it is chock full of practical strategies that will help you to help your child navigate the "mainstream" with less difficulty.

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Summary: Excellent Resource- Not just for teachers
Review: What a great resource guide. The description of AS is easy to read and understand, making it good for family members and friends who want to know more about why your child is "different". Most importantly, it is chock full of practical strategies that will help you to help your child navigate the "mainstream" with less difficulty.