 Books: Imaging the Brain in Autism by Jasjit S. Suri, Manuel F. Casanova, and Ayman S. El-Baz. This book was written to observe brain activity and abnormalities of those with autism. The information is research driven and explains what was found in the research when observing the brain activity. My Friend with Autism by Beverly Bishop and Craig Bishop This is a children’s book all about a child who has a friend with Autism. The book describes the child with autism, and what his characteristics are like. There is a page that mentions autism cannot be caught, and I think that is a very important concept for children to know at a young age. An Early Start with Your Child With Autism by Sally J. Rogers PhD, Geraldine Dawson PhD, and Laurie A. Vismara PhD This book is research driven and gives advice to parents and families on how to connect with their child through play and other activities. In this book you will also find helpful ways to have an early intervention with your child to search for autistic traits. There are resources and tools provided to make sure your child is receiving the proper experiences for their age. 1001 Great Ideas for Teaching & Raising Children with Autism or Asperger's by Ellen Notbohm and Veronica Zysk This book is helpful for teachers and families teaching or raising children with autism. The book also has had over 400 new ideas added to it by the authors, including activities for teachers and families to with their children. Videos: Autistic Children Benefit When Allowed to Remain Bilingual https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=96Rga_OkC5Y This video contains the CEO of Lingua Health, who speaks with a specialist about the importance of using both languages when working with bilingual students with autism. The specialist explains why it is important for families to encourage their children to speak both English and their native language. Children with Autism One Teacher’s Experience https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8HW7TRJU7PM This video is about a Special Education teacher’s students with autism. The teacher explains how children with autism can connect and form meaningful relationships. The students in the class also share information about themselves. The biggest thing she speaks of is autism is something the children are living with, and it does not define who they are as a person. Early Signs of Autism Video Tutorial https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YtvP5A5OHpU This video, by the Kennedy Krieger Institute, shows children who show early signs of Autism. The video shows children, parents, and professionals working with children during social interactions through play to observe both children with autism and those who do not have autism. This would be a great video to show parents who may be curious to see if their child has autism. Websites: Autism Society http://www.autism-society.org/ This website is an excellent source of information for Autism. It provides information on what Autism is, signs, symptoms, causes, facts and statistics, how to live with autism (long term, family involvement, treatment…etc.), recent news, how to donate to help research and so much more. On top of all of this information, the website provides in formation in the Spanish language for those who need it. Colorín Colorado http://www.colorincolorado.org/web_resources/by_topic/autism/ This website provides information on what Autism is and contains articles and helpful resources for parents to learn more about it. There are articles about children with Autism and what their experiences have been like, and what they have gone through with school and every day life. The information is also available in the Spanish language for those who need it. Geneva Centre for Autism http://www.autism.net/ This website is much like the Autism Society website. This provides information on what Autism is, and describes their mission as helping children understand their disorder, and helping families understand in order for them to “fully participate in their communities”. The website provides information on upcoming events, conferences, services, consultation, resources and additional information on joining their foundation to continue research on autism. Exceptionalities in the classroom http://exceptionalities.wikidot.com/autism-esl-definition This is a wiki site by an Educational professional that provides information on children experiencing difficulties in many areas. There is a section based on ELL and Autism, which includes information on the definition of both, symptoms, needs, strategies, accommodations, assistive technology, and resources. Reading Rockets http://www.readingrockets.org/article/autism This website is a sister-site to Colorín Colorado and provides information about what Autism is. This site also contains articles about children living with autism and what their experiences have been like. There is information on what research is being done, what school should be like for the children, tips for parents and tips for teachers. There is also the option of switching the site to the Spanish language for those who need it. |
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