Understanding Sam

Author(s): VAN NIEKERK C

Parenting

Answering the question "Why is Sam different?," this heartwarming story tells of the challenges of living with Asperger Syndrome, a form of autism. This firsthand view of the life of an undiagnosed child presents behaviors and characteristics that are common among children with this disorder. Sam doesn't like his pancakes to touch, his sister is annoyed with his repetitive song, and his new coat hurts his skin, but once he is diagnosed, teamwork-based support helps Sam's life become a little easier. With endearing illustrations, the book includes 10 helpful tips geared toward children, showing them how to respect and accept differences as well as to interact with a classmate or friend with Asperger Syndrome. Age 5 - 7

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"An excellent book" -- Tony Attwood, PhD, author, The Complete Guide to Asperger's Syndrome. "Every parent and teacher of a young child on the ASD spectrum should have a copy." -- Susan J. Moreno, MA, founder, MAAP Services for Autism and Asperger Syndrome. "The chances of encountering a child with some sort of difference makes this book an ideal choice on how we can benefit from these unique relationships." -- Charlotte Molrine, PhD, CCC-SLP, chairperson and graduate program head of speech, language, and hearing, University of Pennsylvania. "Illustrates that while a child may look like others, a child with an autistic spectrum disorder is wired differently on the inside." -- Anne White, OTR/L, rehab coordinator, Meadville Medical Center, Meadville, Pennsylvania. "A little book with a big heart! Shout for Sam!" -- Eben Venter, award-winning South African author. "A delightful and factual description of a young child with Asperger's. Bravo to the authors!"Maureen Barber-Carey, EdD, executive vice president, The Dr. Gertrude A. Barber National Institute. -- "Absolutely delightful-I wish this book had existed when my own Asperger's son, now 24, was little." -- Elisa Segrave, author, The Diary of a Breast. "Helps children accept each other's unique aspects - what a great way for teachers to promote an accepting environment in their classrooms." -- Heidi Harbers, PhD, CCC-SLP, highly regarded pediatric speech language pathologist. "An absolutely beautiful and sensitive explanation of Aspergers Syndrome, a refreshing and wonderful story." -- Natasha Rennie, MBChB, general practitioner.

General Fields

  • : 9780974721712
  • : Independent Publishers Group
  • : Skeezel Press
  • : 0.417
  • : 01 August 2008
  • : 290mm X 210mm X 10mm
  • : books

Special Fields

  • : VAN NIEKERK C
  • : Hardback
  • : colour illus