Autism, The Invisible Cord

Autism, The Invisible Cord
Author: Barbara S. Cain
Publisher: American Psychological Association
Total Pages: 116
Release: 2012-08-01
Genre: Young Adult Fiction
ISBN: 1433812657

Meet Jenny — a teen who confides in her diary about what it is like to live with Ezra, her younger brother with autism, and her life with the most "wacky, exasperating, infuriating, amazing younger brother! If living with Ezra weren't hard enough, Jenny must deal with school bullies, rude classmates, and fragile friendships. But with the promise of a summer writing program and an Ezra-inspired project, Jenny finds the courage to be more than just "Ezra's sister, protector, defender, and his best and only friend," and loosens the invisible cord just enough to follow her own dreams. Includes a Note to Readers.

Autism, the Invisible Cord

Autism, the Invisible Cord
Author: Barbara S. Cain
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2013
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 9781433811913

Ezra looks like any other sixth grader with faded jeans, turned around cap and a mess of chestnut curls. You see, my brother is like any other eleven-year-old...except when he isn't. Autism, The Invisible Cord follows 14-year-old Jenny as she describes her day-to-day life with her younger autistic brother, Ezra. Ezra can be both her best friend as well as her biggest obstacle to living a ""normal life,"" and Jenny often finds herself stuck worrying about her younger brother. Through taking care of Ezra and a very special school project, Jenny ends up learning about her own character and strengths, and a way to shine despite everything else.

Sometimes My Brother

Sometimes My Brother
Author: Angie Greenlaw
Publisher: Future Horizons
Total Pages: 58
Release: 2005
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1932565310

Includes steps to write a similar book, personalized for a child with autism.

All My Stripes

All My Stripes
Author: Shaina Rudolph
Publisher: American Psychological Association
Total Pages: 22
Release: 2015-03-09
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 143381918X

This is the story of Zane, a zebra with autism who worries that his differences make him stand out from his peers. With careful guidance from his mother, Zane learns that autism is only one of many qualities that make him special. Contains a “Note to Parents” by Drew Coman, PhD, and Ellen Braaten, PhD, as well as a Foreword by Alison Singer, President of the Autism Science Foundation.

I Wish I Were Engulfed in Flames

I Wish I Were Engulfed in Flames
Author: Jeni Decker
Publisher: Skyhorse Publishing Inc.
Total Pages: 225
Release: 2012-01-17
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 1616084855

The down and dirty world of one autism mom's journey from sex-ed to Santa...

Anything But Typical

Anything But Typical
Author: Nora Raleigh Baskin
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 212
Release: 2010-03-09
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1416995005

Jason, a twelve-year-old autistic boy who wants to become a writer, relates what his life is like as he tries to make sense of his world.

A Sibling's Guide To Autism

A Sibling's Guide To Autism
Author: Irene Kim
Publisher:
Total Pages: 34
Release: 2021-05-18
Genre:
ISBN: 9781639013418

"Simple things aren't always so simple. In fact, simple things are often the most difficult." In A Sibling's Guide to Autism, 16-year-old Irene Kim explains to her younger sister what it is like having a brother with autism. Having grown up with her autistic twin brother, Irene has figured out how to manage the ups and downs; she would now like to share what she has learned with other younger siblings. Irene writes A Sibling's Guide to Autism in hopes that she can be the older sister that she never had-for Skylar and for any other sibling out there who wants to be understood.

Asperger's Rules!

Asperger's Rules!
Author: Blythe N. Grossberg
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2012
Genre: Asperger's syndrome
ISBN: 9781433811289

Fitting in to school and social life can be the single most challenging task when you have Asperger's syndrome Asperger's Rules! can help. Packed full of information, this book covers common school situations and the uncommon challenges that they can present to a child with Asperger's. Kids will find the how-to for understanding and communicating with peers and teachers, standing up for and taking care of themselves, setting realistic goals, and making friends. Asperger's Rules! belongs in the backpack of every kid with Asperger's and is an essential resource for getting the most out of middle school.

The Invisible Majority

The Invisible Majority
Author: C.K. Meena
Publisher: Hachette India
Total Pages: 356
Release: 2021-12-03
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 9391028756

Sixteen fractures and eight surgeries caused by brittle bone disease could not stop Ummul Kher from cracking the prestigious IAS exam and joining the civil services. The determination of homemaker Smrithy Rajesh to educate her child affected by autism and ADHD empowered her to forge a career path for herself. Inspired by a blind friend, Pancham Cajla successfully transformed several railway stations, making them accessible to the visually impaired. These are only a few of the umpteen stories of resilience, courage and remarkable determination that offer a sensitive, holistic view of the lives of persons with disabilities in this much-needed book for today's India. Navigating a range of topics with lucid ease - from history and laws to widespread social attitudes - it meticulously records and amplifies the diverse, vibrant voices of persons with disabilities. Equally, it turns its gaze on those inextricably linked to their lives - health professionals, educators, trainers, employers, caregivers and activists - highlighting the key roles they play. Insightful, informative and moving, The Invisible Majority: India's Abled Disabled is a timely and invaluable book that inspires societal transformation while addressing the crucial question: how do we make India a more inclusive nation?