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All Cats Have Asperger's Syndrome

by Kathy Hoopman

Parent Comments:
"I highly recommend this book to anyone with Asperger's in their family! Not only does it have lots of cute cat pictures, but it explains Asperger's in an easy way that anyone can understand."

Asperger's... What Does It Mean To Me?

by Catherine Faherty

Parent Comments:
"It's designed to be a workbook, although I have not used it as such. It has good ideas about a variety of issues."

The Autism Sourcebook: Everything You Need to Know About Diagnosis, Treatment, Coping, and Healing

by Karen Siff Exkorn

Parent Comments:
"I liked it because it helped because it helped guide me thru some of the "autistic language" that I would be and am navigating thru. Helped me understand what to expect at ARD, what services are out there, etc.""

The Elephant in the Playroom

Edited by Denise Brodey

Parent Comments:
"good read"

Engaging Autism

by Stanley Greenspan

Parent Comments:
"Although I just automatically played with ___ on the floor, this book took it step further and helped me learn how to engage ___ more."

The Last Lecture

by Randy Pausch

Parent Comments:
"not about Autism but great advice that can easily be applied to anyone dealing with Autism."

Look Me in the Eyes

by John Elder Robinson

Parent Comments:
"Another great book by someone on the spectrum. Offers laughs, understanding, and hope for loved ones and for those on the spectrum."

The Out of Sync Child

by Carol Stock Kranowitz

Parent Comments:
"helped me understand ___'s sensory issues. I need to go back and re-read."

Ten Things Every Child with Autism Wishes You Knew

by Ellen Notbohm

Parent Comments:
"easy to read but full of good info."

Thinking in Pictures and Emergence: Labeled Autistic

by Temple Grandin

Parent Comments:
"Should be required reading for all parents with children on the spectrum."

1001 Great Ideas for Teaching and Raising Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders

by Ellen Notbohm and Veronica Zysk

Parent Comments:
"Just what it says, great ideas for kids on the spectrum!"

Ten Things Your Student with Autism Wishes You Knew

by Ellen Notbohm

Parent Comments:
"easy to read but full of good info."