Special Needs Books
Resources: Education, Epilepsy, Family Planning/Management
First Aid, and Healthcare

		A Season of Change Everyone, it seems, in 13-going-on-14-year-old Biney Richmond's life treats her as though she should be wrapped in cotton and set on a shelf. Her mom and dad act as though she can't do things for herself. The only one who seems to have any confidence in her is her best friend Pat. When Pat's older brother, Gene - who secretly wants to date Biney - gets in trouble, Biney proves to everyone, including herself, how grown up she is, in A Season of Change.

		A Very Special Critter A "very special critter" is coming to our class. He is different as he uses a wheel chair to get about. This is a very helpful tool in advancing inclusion and difference into the classroom curriculum.

		Adventures in the Bear Tooth Mountains - The Gun Lake Adventure Series, Book 5A three-family Christmas vacation promises hours of skiing, hiking and relaxing in the scenic Bear Tooth Mountains of Montana. At Eagle Mount, Johnnie learns how people with disabilities can snow ski and enjoy other activities. But this isn't the only discovery he and his friends make. An abandoned shack near a deserted ghost town, a snowmobile chase and a blizzard provide a chilling adventure that tests the kids' courage and survival skills.

		Angel to Watch Over Me Perhaps because children have not yet learned to disbelieve what their eyes, ears, and hearts tell them, they have a special closeness with angels. After the publication of Joan Wester Anderson's New York Times bestseller Where Angels Walk, people urged her to write a book entirely about children's experiences with angels--and sent along their own personal narratives as witness to these miraculous visitations.
		Animal Faces Few people stop to notice how creatures differ from others within their species. This book is about observing these differences, about being aware that things that may at first appear exactly alike are very different upon closer examination. The concept is so simple that one wonders why no one came up with it earlier. Each double page spread features a grid of high-quality, full-color photos (21 head shots each of gorillas, camels, seals, etc.). Each of the two dozen featured animals are introduced with a few sentences of text, followed by a question, such as: 'Can you find the happy, sad or angry elephants?' 'What do you think these seals would be saying if they could talk to you?' This marvelously entertaining and thought provoking book will fuel a lot of interesting discussions as children and adults alike learn to increase their observational skills.
		Baby Massage: Parent-Child Bonding Through Touch Over 40,000 copies sold—this classic handbook on baby massage presents a fully illustrated, time-tested approach to the techniques and benefits of parent child touch, including: * The process of bonding and body contact * Baby massage as an alternative to drugs * Healing the effects of birth trauma

		Baj and the Word Launcher: Space Age Asperger: Adventures in Communication This entertaining adventure story will capture children’s imagination while exploring the complexities of the social world. Children can read about Baj’s experiences independently or with a parent or helper, and the reader can learn about body language and the unspoken rules of communication. Parents and teachers can also use this book to teach social skills to children in storytelling groups. “Stop and Think” questions that pepper the book prompt the reader to think about how they feel and react to events in the story, offering opportunities for individualized learning.

		Ben, King of the River The touching story of Ben, a young child with a developmental disability, and his brother who encounter some different and exciting situations and people on a family camping trip.

		Blue Cheese Breath and Stinky Feet: How To Deal With Bullies At one time or another, most of us have had to deal with teasing, people saying mean things about us, or others even trying to harm us. This is a story about Steve and how he, his parents and his teacher dealt with this age old issue with "The Plan" The Plan are lots of strategies for avoiding, defending against and disarming any kind of bully. Relative for ages 6-12.

		Brain Development and Epilepsy This integrated volume applies the emerging concepts in development neurobiology to an understanding of the origins of the epilepsies of childhood. This practical text covers age specific epliepsies, experimental approaches and therapies, and the integration of such knowledge to help formulate a plan to assist in effective treatment for these often devastating syndromes.

		Captain Tommy Story of a young boy who reluctantly aggress to separate from his best friend to play with someone new--a boy who he perceives as different--a boy who has pervasive developmental disorder, also know as autism. This story is designed to help children better understand the challenges faced by their peers who have autism. This book at home or in the classroom may provide the forum for open discussions, leading to a better understanding of family members, friends or classmates whom they, for any reason, perceive as different.

		Changing My Mind: A Journey of Disability and Joy In this book, Maxwell's creative narrative welcomes others into his battle with encephalitis and epilepsy. His honest journal shows readers what life is like with a damaged brain and invites them to face their own inner wars, painful struggles and disabilities with faith. Changing My Mind gives those living with disabilities, family members of the disabled, and their friends a glimpse of true joy during journeys through dark valleys and disappointments in life.

		Community Success Book: An Illustrated Guide to Community Access An illustrated encyclopedia showing commonplace community activities step-by-step and the social skills needed for the activities. Gives students a chance to review outings, like shopping at a department store, using restrooms, crossing streets. Covers 60 activities with 1600 reproducible illustrations. Activities are organized by category: At home, shopping, eating out, appointments, going places and money matters. Includes an assessment component. 177 pgs., spiralbound,

		Dillon Dillon For his tenth birthday, Dillon's parents give him a red rowboat with his name painted on the stern: Dillon Dillon. Why did his parents give him a name like that? To Dillon, it seems like the right time to find out. He lets us know what he is thinking - and it's this inner dialogue that we respond to, his constant bewilderment at the way things are that makes us love Dillon Dillon, from his crazy name to his tenacious spirit.

		Discovery on Blackbird Island - The Gun Lake Adventure Series: Book 3 Blackbird Island, a small quiet uninhabited island in Gun Lake; isn't all what it appears to be. A disturbing discovery sends Johnie Jacobsen and his friends on yet another Gun Lake adventure filled with schemes, action, and mysteries to solve.

		Enzymes for Autism and other Neurological Conditions: The Practical Guide for Digestie Enzymes and Better Behavior Enzyme therapy is on of the fastest emerging successful alternatives for many people with autism and other neurological conditions. Significant improvements in health, pain reduction, language, social interaction, food sensitivities, and gastrointestinal issues emerge daily. Drawing on long standing scientific research and trials by a wide range of families, the author deals comprehensively with all the information on enzymes that parents or those new to enzymes need; how they work; why the many benefits, what to expect, practical advice on selecting and introducing the right kind of enzymes and more.

		Epilepsy: The Facts This excellent book is designed to present the facts about every aspect of epilepsy in a clear and consice manner. Written by a neurologist, it presents a clear definition of epilepsy, the different types of seizures associated with the disorder, the medical and surgical therapies used, as well as providing practical points on living with epilepsy.

		Exposure Anxiety: The Invisible Cage Exposure Anxiety is an involuntary social-emotional self-protection response that is increasingly understood as a crippling condition affecting a high proportion of people on the autism spectrum. To many it is an invisible cage, leaving the person suffering from it aware, but buried alive in their own instinctive responses and isolation. This book describes the condition and it underlying physiological causes, and presents a range of approaches and strategies that can be used to combat it.

		Finding Out About Asperger Syndrome, High Functioning Autism, and PDD A must read for all young people who receivve a diagnosis of Asperger Syndrome, PDD, or High Functioning Autism. Written by an adult who was diagnosed at a young age with Asperger Syndrome, the book relates to young people, their peers, and their parents so all can better understand the person with the Syndrome.

		Getting Involved In Choosing Staff: A Resource Book for Supporters, Trainers, and Staff Working with People Who Have Developmental Disabilities There is more to choosing staff than just asking questions or doing interviews. This pack is designed as a toolkit for anyone wanting to choose a new worker. It takes you through all the main steps involved in the process of staff recruitment. It is filled with practical advice and suggestions for small group discussions and activities.

		Gran-Gran’s Best Trick: A Story For Children Who Have Lost Someone They Love Written to help children deal with the loss of someone they love, and to help parents help their children with that loss. It is also about how we grow from that experience and how those we love never leave our hearts. That is love's best trick.

		Growing Up With Epilepsy: A Practical Guide For Parents This book has been organized with the busy parent in mind. The first four chapters are a "must read" for every parent. They provide the basic tools for understanding epilepsy, behavior management and school programming. The final four chapters summarize parenting of a child with epilepsy, providing and easy to remember checklist. The remainder of the book is organized so that readers can turn to a section when they need it. Childhood epilepsy may provide speed-bumps into the road to adulthood, but it does not have to be a barricade.

		Health Insurance Resources: Options For People With A Chronic Disease This resource guide was developed to assist people with disabilities and chronic health conditions, as well as health care professionals, understand the health care system and maximize their rights and entitlements within that system. The first section presents an overview of health insurance plans, Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid, and federal legislation that impacts health insurance coverage. The second section includes directories and resources to assist in researching health insurance options. A valuable resource for individuals who are uninsured, underinsured, or who have questions about insurance and are unsure of where to begin

		Health of Women with Intellectual Disabilities Woman comprise more than half the worldwide population of persons with an intellectual disability. They belong to the most vulnerable sections of society and merit special attention from the health and social care sectors. This book draws on expert contributions from a broad spectrum of healthcare professionals to assess and articulate the health requirements of the female intellectual disability community.

		Helping Hilda: Hospital Survival Handbook Hilda Shaylor was a vibrant, strong, independent woman who experienced life to the fullest. Her life was one of service as a registered nurse caring for the ill and a generous soul who was active in her community. In this inspiring book, Hilda’s three daughters chronicle their experiences with Hilda’s illness, her untimely death and the roles that various people played in her care. They also provide answers to critical questions that surround hospitalization: What is an advocate and what should he or she do? Who will make the critical medical decisions? What is Hospice? The book features important information on Advance Directives for Healthcare, definitions of medical conditions, identification of hospital personnel and their roles, medical tests, terms and conditions and a list of website referrals.

		Holding On, Letting Go: Sex, Sexuality, and People with Learning Disabilities This realistic book is written for parents and caretakers facing the complex issues associated with their learning disabled child coming of age. Written by experienced professionals, the book suggests a number of strategies to enable parents to face their fears, define their hopes and dreams, and cope with professionals. They consider positive ways to enlarge the personal resources of the child and adult with learning disabilities and lesson their vulnerability.

		I Want Your Moo: A Story For Children About Self-esteem This book is designed to be read to and with children ages 4-8. It offers parents, teachers and counselors the chance to engage in an open discussion of the rarely discussed subject of self-acceptance and self-loathing.

		I Wish I Could Fly Like A Bird: Audio Tape And Book Children who have been taunted for being different, who have ever felt embarrassed socially, who have resorted to bravado in the face of shame will understand Chic L. Dee, a boy bird, who discovers his talents; trust his intuition and finds his own way.

		I’ll Take Care of You: A Practical Guide for Family Caregivers A step-by-step guide for anyone caring for a loved one, this unique book addresses what it means to be a caregiver and how to cope as a caregiver. This guide is intended for all family caregivers, regardless of the age of the care recipient or other factors. This book is a clear and cogent guide to the complex reality of care giving. The authors sensitively lead readers through the process of recognizing, first that they are caregivers as well as family members, and second that they have rights as well as responsibilities. Caregivers and support group leaders alike will enjoy and benefit from the creative exercises and activities this book has to offer.

		In His Arms: Childrens' Prayers Beautiful children's prayers for all occasions including table grace, prayers for the sick and the poor, for Christmas and for Easter.

		Invincible Invincible bridges the worlds of the typically-abled and those with special needs. Princess Lena, who cannot walk, refuses to abide by her parents’ rules to stay inside the castle any longer. Ten years of seclusion has been long enough. A new world beckons outside the high walls of the castle grounds. Now, her identical twin, Meg, who can walk, must decide whether to share Lena’s journey to a new life. Join Lena and Meg as they dare to challenge limits and discover mysteries that are centuries old.

		Jackson Whole Wyoming Tyler is confused when he is selected by his entire fifth-grade class to present a going-away gift to Jackson, a classmate who is moving out of town. The agonizing dilemma is that while Tyler likes Jackson, he is a little embarrassed to admit it, and is worried about being "lumped together" with Jackson, whom many of the other students view as a bit "strange." The truth of the matter is that Jackson has Asperger Syndrome, which explains his sometimes bizarre behavior and lack of social skills. In the end, Tyler's kind nature prevails and he does a wonderful job of presenting a class book to the departing Jackson. This heart-warming and often humorous book paints a realistic picture of the ups and downs in the life of a fifth-grader and, more important, of a young boy with Asperger Syndrome.

		Julie's Beach Adventure First issue in the Friendship Circle series of stories where differences don't matter and warm hugs, understanding, sharing, caring and giving are part of everyday. In the Friendship Circle every member is special and appreciated.

		Kids to the Rescue: First Aid Techniques for Kids This simple first aid book helps kids think wisely in an emergency. Well illustrated and easy to understand, it describes accident situations that children are likely to find themselves in. The paramedic/teacher author team provides step-by-step directions for handling such common problems as cuts, bloody noses, stings, electric shock and burns. Kids to the Rescue opens with a note for parents explaining how children can practice the first aid techniques. It concludes with a first aid quiz and instructions on calling 9-1-1 and other emergency numbers. The back cover has an index so kids can easily find the page of instructions they need.

		Letter Art Sticker Book Based on the bestselling title Letter Art, this sticker book includes more than 1,000 transparent alphabet stickers, all designed by girls! They’re perfect for spelling out names, phrases, or greetings, and for creating personalized stationery, bookmarks, gift cards, and more! Includes a blank photo frame to decorate.

		Looking after Louis This book is about a new boy at school called Louis. Louis has autism, but through imagination, kindness, and a special game of soccer his classmates find a way to join in his world. Then they can include Louis in theirs.

		Love, Honor, & Value: A Family Caregiver Speaks Out about the Choices & Challenges of Caregiving This book is about family caregivers who are just beginning a caregiving journey and those for whom family caregiving is an integral part of their daily lives. Love, Honor, & Value is based on the knowledge, and hopeful wisdom, that the author has gained from her own on-going caregiving journey. This book will impact and make positive differences in your life, your loved one's life, and the lives of at least some of the millions of Americans who are trying to find their way through the maze of caregiving.

		Making Informed Medical Decisions: Where to Look and How To Use What You Find This book provides the tools for health information seekers who face critical healthcare decisions. It introduces the wide world of medical information and acts like a friendly reference librarian providing information on anything from journal articles to complementary therapies.

		Many Ways To Learn: Young People's Guide To Learning Disabilities This book is written for young people ages 8-14. Reading it will help them learn to help themselves as it provides a clear and positive understanding on what it means to have Learning Disabilities.

		Maximizing Your Health Insurance Benefits: A Consumer's Guide To New And Traditional Plans Comprehensive guide designed to help consumers understand the health insurance system so they can obtain the benefits to which they are entitled. Addresses special health insurance issues related to children and adults with special needs. Reviewed 8/97

		Mental Health Information for Teens: Health Tips about Mental Health and Mental Illness Tragically, an estimated two-thirds of all young people with mental health problems are not getting the help they need. This book provides teens with needed information about the causes, warning signs, and treatments for mental health problems, and it provides tips on such topics as developing a positive self-image, making and keeping friends, understanding emotional development, handling anger and stress, and overcoming trauma. Directories of additional resources are also provided.

		My Best Friend Will A new haardcover book from the Autism Asperger Publishing company. Enter Willie's world through Jamie's eyes as it unfolds at school, at home, and at play. In the process, you will gain a rich understanding and appreciation of Willie's many unique qualities and come to accept that these are all a part of who he is.

		My Birthday Album My Birthday Album is the newest addition to our popular children's photography series. This is a fun, interactive way for children to celebrate the one day a year that is dedicated completely to them. Camera in hand, young photographers can document every detail of the special day from the cake to the guests to the party favors and presents. Then they can paste the finished pictures in their very own scrapbook. They will always remember their special day with pictures from their perspective

		My Body, My Self For Boys: The Companion Workbook To The “What’s Happening To My Body?” Book For Boys Why is my voice changing? Where my arms and legs so much longer? Answers to these questions and more are what's in this fact-filled and fun-filled journal/activity book about the changes that take place in boys' bodies during puberty. This activity book has quizzes, exercises, checklists, suggestions for diary-keeping, illustrations, and lots of personal stories from boys (and their fathers) about their growing up concerns and experiences This helpful workbook will dispel the many myths about puberty and the body.

		My Body, My Self For Girls: The Companion Workbook To The “What’s Happening To My Body?” Book For Girls A fact-filled and fun-filled workbook created especially for 8 to 16 year old girls to enable them to explore this special time in their life, and even keep records if they want to. Here are stories, quizzes, exercises and more.

		My Feelings, My Self For Girls Why don't my parents ever listen to me? How do I say "no" to friends when they want me to do things I don't want to do? Answers to these questions and more are what's in this workbook/journal. Divided into three sections: Parents; Friends and Sources

		Mystery Explosion! - The Gun Lake Adventure Series Book 2 An explosion and an arrest shock the quiet town of Gun Lake. A stranger in town and an Internet search for his identity then paves the way for another Gun Lake mystery. Follow along as Johnnie and the Gun Lake kids try to find the answers. Ages: 8-12

		Never Give Up and Go For It! This series provides a compilation of letters from multiple heroes to help young people learn never to give up and always "Go For It." Different volumes tell the stories of American, sports, inspirational and celebrity heroes. Also provided are guided activities that help children figure out who their own heroes are.

		Never Sell Yourself Short Josh is a stereotypical teenage boy. He plays sports, spends time with his friends, and can't wait to drive. Josh is also short statured, and in this inspiring essay he talks about life in a world that is scaled for people much taller than he. His story shows how there can be no limits on spirit and determination.

		Nick Joins In A free appropriate public education must be guaranteed for all handicapped children and whenever possible, they will be educated alongside non-handicapped children, a practice known as "mainstreaming". This book may help overcome child's apprehension.

		Of Mice And Aliens: An Asperger Adventure Ben, recently diagnosed with Asperger Syndrome, and his friend Andy uncover an alien spaceship that crash landed in their backyard. With Ben trying to cope with his disorder, and the alien trying to cope with life on earth, adventure ensues.

		Oh Brother! : Growing up with a Special Needs Sibling Being the brother or sister to a child with special needs has special challenges. Becca has some great ideas for dealing with them after she accepts that she can't send her brother Jonathan to another planet. This book is based on the experiences of a real-life family. Becca discusses finding the right kind of friends, getting quality time with parents, caring about a special needs sibling without becoming another parent and much more. Told with both humor and honesty, Becca's story and her kid-tested solutions are an inspiration to special families everywhere.

		Partial Seizure Disorders: Help For Patients And Families A no nonsense step by step book that offers an approach to partial seizure disorders based on the latest medical research as well as personal experiences of people with the disorders. Inside you will learn how to obtain an accurate and complete diagnosis, understand medical interventions and side effects, and find comprehensive resources to help you.

		Planning for the Future; Providing A Meaningful Life For A Child With A Disability After Your Death; 5th Edition The single most important concern in the mind of any parent who has a child with a disability, regardless of the age of the child, is what will happen to the child after the parent has died. We are pleased to announce publication of the completely revised and rewritten fifth edition of our book, Planning For The Future, which discusses in an easy to understand way all the steps that parents should take to assure a secure life for their son or daughter.

		Promoting Children’s Health: Integrating School, Family, And Community This book present a framework for addressing the health needs of children by interacting health, mental health, and educational systems of care. Including numerous illustrative cases examples, the volume sets forth clear principles for building partnerships among professionals from different disciplines. This book provides vital knowledge and tools for school psychologists and counselors, child clinical psychologist and university trainers in these areas. The book's concluding section provides guidelines for preparing professionals for health-related careers.

		Proud Of Our Feelings Provides children with an entertaining and constructive way to learn to accept and appropriately express their emotions. Stimulates discussion and interaction between children and adults so they can explore and openly discuss their unspoken feelings.
		100 Questions and Answers About Epilepsy More than 3 million people in the United States suffer from epilepsy. Whether you are a newly diagnosed patient or a loved one of someone suffering from the disease, this book offers help. The only text to provide the doctor's and patient's views, this book gives you authoritative, practical answers to your questions about symptoms, diagnosis, risk factors, types of seizures, treatment options, sources of support, and much more. Written by a prominent physician, with actual patient commentary, 100 Questions & Answers About Epilepsy is an invaluable resource for anyone coping with the physical and emotional turmoil of epilepsy.

		Sacred Trust: The Ten Rules of Life, Death and Medicine Sacred trust is an insider’s view by a practicing family physician who is board certified and a Fellow of the American Academy of Family Physicians as well as mother of three. She also makes music in her spare time. With wry humor and ‘no-holds-barred’ writing, Dr. Hollenbeck peels back the curtain of mystery that appears to shroud those at the top of the medical field. She exposes the ills of the medical profession and recommends changes that need to be made. Funny, poignant, enlightening and empowering, Sacred Trust is often unsettling but is sure to inspire a new generation to make choices in their healing.

		Searching The Noonday Trail - The Gun Lake Adventure Series Book 4 The first day at a new school proves to be challenging. But will it be as adventuresome as the summer was? Johnnie Jacobson is not too sure. But a secret football play and a field trip to where Chief Noonday and the Ottawa tribe used to live put Johnnie and his Gun Lake friends hot on the trail of another exciting adventure.

		Seizures And Epilepsy In Childhood: A Guide For Parents This Second Edition in addition to providing up to date information about new diagnostic techniques, drugs, diet, and surgical treatments; includes a new chapter addressing the special needs children with epilepsy have regarding routine health care.

		Sing, Nightingale, Sing! This cool and fun book tells about 60 different birds, from appearance to habits to food. The birds are pictured together in their typical environment, so its realistic and thanks to the included CD, your kids will find out what all the birds really sound like!

		Sparky's Excellent Misadventures: My ADD Journal By Me (Sparky) Told in first person diary format, Sparky's week in the life tale is optimistic and fun, including many valuable insights and ideas that can help kids with ADD and ADHD gain more control of their lives.

		Special People, Special Ways This book presents a positive image of persons with disabilities using a delightful rhyme and rich watercolor illustrations. It shares the message that even though each of us may have something different about us, we share many commonalties.

		Special People: Special Planning - Creating A Safe Legal Haven For Families With Special Needs This book is intended to provide an overview for the every day person of the many considerations and options that might be available to them when planning for the security of their special loved ones with a disability. Although the book necessarily involves complex concepts, the authors have attempted to eliminate legalese whenever possible. A Glossary is included to the appendix with terms defined for the layperson and not for legal scholars. Case Law and regulations are not cited since this book was not designed as a treatise but rather as a vehicle to provoke thought and questions that a person can consider as they enter the planning process about what they want and what they need to achieve for their special loved one.

		Stephen Harris in Trouble: A Dyspraxic Drama in Several Clumsy Acts Taking a light-hearted look at life through the eyes of an eleven year old boy who has dyspraxia, this book is not just a great read, it includes ideas for improving coordination and concentration ( at home and school) , how to handle homework and tactics for tackling bullies. This book provides all the information needed to understand and further appreciate anyone with a Developmental Coordination Disorder. This book tells a tale of a child and his family that shows, in a light hearted way, the trials and tribulations that a child with DCD many go through in his every day life from the moment he gets up until he goes to bed at night. It shows the way that other children and even parents can view the child and the real impact this has on the child’s' view of himself. It gives the reader the insight into what it is really like for the child himself.

		Susan Laughs Susan laughs, she sings, she rides, she swings, she gets angry, she gets sad, she is good, and she is also bad. In fact, despite her physical challenges, Susan is no different from any other child. With insight and subtlety, and without sentimentality, this story illustrates a happy little girl whose physical challenges are never seen as handicaps.

		Taking Autism To School This entertaining and informative children's book will help parents, teachers, siblings, and children understand what autism is, where it comes from, and what effect it has on everyone involved.

		Taking Care of Myself: A Hygiene, Puberty and Personal Curriculum for Young People with Autism This book was specifically designed to address the health and safety needs of students aged five and up with autism spectrum disorders. Through a unique combination of social stories and easy-to-understand activities this book will reduce the fear and confusion surrounding issues of health, hygiene, puberty and more. This book is a must read for those who love and guide students with disabilities.
		Tanya And The Tobo Man: A Story For Children Entering Therapy All children find the world a scary place at time. But when the fears linger and prevent then from enjoying life and adjusting at school, professional help may be sought. This charming story shows children and parents what therapy for children is about.

		The ABC's of Special Needs Planning Made Easy This simple, step-by-step comprehensive guide, helps families and professionals plan for the future care, supervision, security, and quality of life for a person with special needs. It is an invaluable tool that you will reach for time after time.

		The Barn At Gun Lake - The Gun Lake Adventure Series: Book 1 Pirates? At Gun Lake? Travel with Johnnie and his friends as they solve the mystery. Learn about Johnnie, born with cerebral palsy, as he surprises his friends, and perhaps himself, with what he can do.

		The Bird and the Buttons: Healing Stories for Children The seven stories in this book address various problems that children may experience--being abandoned by a parent, the loss of a sibling, parental divorce, social isolation, adoption in middle childhood, and low self-esteem. Each story uses a metaphor to help the child find new ways of dealing with his or her situation, and each indirectly suggests that the child has the resources within to survive current difficulties and have a happy life.

		The Brand New Kid Everyone remembers feeling excited and nervous each fall on the first day of school, especially Lazlo S. Gasky who is the new kid at Brookhaven School. Join Lazlo and his classmates as they learn a valuable lesson about accepting people who are different.

		The Calico Buffalo This children's fable was intended for elementary school-aged young readers, and was written to spread the important message of tolerance and acceptance to young people everywhere. This book takes readers through an emotional journey as the author explores what it can mean to be different, what it means to be an individual, and what it means to find true compassion. He shows his readers how one can take the cruelties that one has both experienced and been guilty of inflicting upon others, and manage to turn life's lessons into an unexpectedly beautiful gift.

		The Cantaloupe Cat A tale about a cat who does not act like other cats. When they chase string he sits in the kitchen eating cantaloupe. This unique and fun story illustrates the importance and acceptability of uniqueness and it also approaches the idea of reexamining stereotypes.

		The Carnitine Defense: A Powerful New Way To Protect Your Heart And Prolong Your Life In the past three decades, we've learned that a healthy diet, exercise, and stress management are all useful weapons against heart disease. Now, another tool has arrived. The Carnitine Cocktail, described here, is a completely natural and easily tolerated strategy for strengthening one's heart.

		The Girls’ Guide to AD/HD : Don’t Lose This Book! Attention, girls with AD/HD! Finally there is a book written especially for you-–a for-your-eyes-only look at what it is like to have AD/HD, and great advice on how to cope with it. THE GIRLS’ GUIDE TO AD/HD explores the good stuff, not-so-good stuff, normal stuff, brain stuff, and truthfully, the stuff that isn’t in any other book out there on AD/HD. Really!

		The I Love Mysteries Fun Book: How to Be a Super Sleuth This fun, interactive book is just perfect for girls who like finding clues, sending secret messages, and solving mysteries. The collection of quizzes, puzzles, and other brain twisters helps girls improve their powers of observation and attention to detail. It also includes information on career options for mystery lovers and what everyday behaviors say about a girl’s “super-sleuth” abilities.

		The Light in Bradford Manor - The Gun Lake Adventure Series Book 6 Johnnie and his friends are treated to a special two-week adventure at Camp Riley in Indiana. There, Johnnie and his friends from Michigan and some of his newfound friends from Camp Riley find themselves on a hunt to solve a mystery - one that involves the legendary ghost of Bradford Manor.

		The Paper Chain This book is a wonderful guide to help families cope with an ill parent. Beautifully illustrated with excellent coverage of the important issues, it is sensitive, realistic, insightful and practical. It is a book which would be helpful to many of the families we serve. It is a sensitive portrayal of how a parent's diagnosis of cancer can affect a child. The fears and feelings of a child are communicated in a way that children can truly understand, and can help them cope during this difficult time. This book can help reassure not only children, but their parents as well.

		The Parent's Helper: Who To Call On Health And Family Issues Lists over 1,000 sources of information by phone and internet covering virtually every kind of health concern or family issue, from minor health problems to major diseases and syndromes affecting children and adolescents. Compiled in user friendly format.

		The People in a Girl’s Life: How to Find Them, Better Understand Them and Keep Them. Written for girls and young women who have difficulty understanding people around them. This book will help them to better comprehend family, friends, employers and many others they face everyday. Presented as a series of letters between daughter, Kate and mother Martha, the author openly discuss the particular problems that occur when young women struggle to gain the skills and understanding necessary to live happily with the people in their lives. This books provides an insight into problems that many adolescent girls with intellectual disabilities face today and can serve as a starting point for discussion between parents and daughters about the sensitive issues of growing up.

		The Physician's Guide to Caring for Children with Disabilities and Chronic Conditions For optimum care, children and adolescents with ongoing health conditions and disabilities need a "medical home" — primary care that makes sure their preventive, acute, and specialized needs are met and treatments coordinated. This resource gives physicians, nurses, specialists, and staff the practical information and materials they need to provide this coordinated care.
		The Rainbow Tiger This modern-day fable for young children about a tiger who wishes she were beautiful, delivers a gentle and timeless message about self-esteem. The rich and colorful illustrations will capture the imagination of all ages and bring them back to enjoy the story again and again. Publishers Marketing Association awarded The Rainbow Tiger with the Benjamin Franklin Award.

		The Velveteen Rabbit Gift Set The Velveteen Rabbit's journey from outcast toy to real bunny is a classic tale of love, friendship and learning to be yourself. This special hardcover gift edition, which includes beautiful design on every page, reunites Margery Williams's text with the original full-color 1922 illustrations by William Nicholson. The plush stuffed bunny, which has been designed exclusively for this gift set, is made of high quality velveteen and based on these same original illustrations. We hope that he will become, like the Velveteen Rabbit himself, a cherished companion and inspiration.

		Through Grandpa's Eyes The touching story of a boy who acts as his grandfathers eyes whenever he visits. He learns that there is so much more to the world than what you see, and that there are different views of the world, even when one cannot see.

		Una's Jungle Journey One sunny morning, as Una wanders along the river, she notices a brilliant and mysterious flash of light. Fascinated and unable to quell her curiosity, Una searched for its source and unexpectedly falls into a strange land, filled with intriguing characters and danger. To find her way back home, Una embarks on a journey filled with rare experiences and self-discovery. Una’s journey is an imaginative story for children of all ages.

		Uncle Willy’s Tickles Children will be able to relate to Kyle, who is tickled by Uncle Willie until it hurts so much he hides when Uncle Willie visits. Designed to reinforce concept that children can and should express themselves if they feel uncomfortable about something.

		Vaccines: What Every Parent Should Know; Revised Edition This revised edition is an essential guide that answers the many questions regarding vaccines. With this resource parents will have the most current information available to help them make a well informed decision about their child's health and safety. Includes current vaccine controversies

		What About Me? : When Brothers And Sisters Get Sick About 1 in 12 children and adolescents are living with chronic illness or disability. Most have brothers and sisters. With the intense focus on the sick child, the feelings and needs of the siblings can easily go unnoticed by overwhelmed parents.

		What Psychotherapists Should Know About Disability A groundbreaking bridge between the disability community and the mental health profession. A humorous, honest and thoughtful reflection of personal disability experiences, and an informative tool for everyone who deals with those who have disabilities, not just doctors.

		What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Children's Vaccinations Written by an expert on pediatric vaccinations, this book will provide you with Guidance on when to vaccinate and which ones to give; Details on vaccines ; Research and safety track records for various shots and precautions parents can take when vaccinations are given.

		What's Wrong with Timmy? Anytime children see other children who look, talk, or act differently, their first question is, "What's wrong with them?" How can a parent talk about differences while emphasizing the things all people have in common? In this book, remarkable for its sensitivity and generosity of spirit, the author uses her storytelling art to provide some answers through the introduction of a terrific kid named Timmy-someone who wants what we all want-to be included and loved.

		Wishing On the Midnight Star: My Asperger Brother Wishing On The Midnight Star involves characters with Asperger's Syndrome. This book tells the point-of-view from the sibling of a fourteen year-old with AS. This book presents the joys and frustration of having an older brother with Asperger's Syndrome, with insights into the daily adventures of an AS family, and the positive coping, and loving strategies they have evolved.

		Words In Our Hands This is the touching story of how a family is able to communicate with each other despite the fact both parents were born deaf. A terrific story about family relationships, and the obstacles that must be overcome to create and maintain them in a household where one or more people may be hearing impaired.

		Working With Your Doctor: Getting The Healthcare You Deserve An education for even the most savvy consumer of healthcare. Covers every aspect of the field from choosing a doctor to getting what you need from your managed care provider.

		Yoga For The Special Child An innovative and easy to follow program for parents, educators, yoga teachers, and healthcare professionals. This book includes a step by step integrated system of yoga poses designed to increase cognitive motor skills in children with learning and developmental disabilities.

		Your Child And Epilepsy This book is designed to help both patients and healthcare professionals to understand all aspects of diagnosis, and of pharmacological and surgical management. It will help parents and older children with epilepsy to participate more knowledgeably with their health care providers