Summaries of books about Special Needs Children:
The Silent Witness
Casey Watson
The book narrates the story of a troubled young girl named Tilly, who is placed into foster care with the author, revealing her traumatic past and the challenges she faces as she struggles to communicate and heal. Through patience and care, the foster family works to uncover the silent witness to Tilly's suffering and help her find her voice and a path to recovery.
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Broken
A traumatised girl. Her troubled brother. Their shocking secret.
Rosie Lewis
The book narrates the story of a foster carer who takes in a young girl with a complex and traumatic past, revealing the challenges and emotional turmoil involved in caring for a child with severe behavioral issues. It also delves into the girl's relationship with her brother, uncovering a disturbing family secret that has deeply affected both siblings.
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Don't let Your Kids Kill You
A Guide for Parents of Drug and Alcohol Addicted Children
Charles Rubin
The book provides support and practical advice to parents dealing with the overwhelming challenges of having a child addicted to drugs or alcohol. It offers strategies for self-care, setting boundaries, and finding a path to healing while coping with a child's destructive behaviors.
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Understanding Your Child's Sensory Signals
Angie Voss
The book provides a practical guide for parents to recognize and respond to their child's sensory needs, with explanations of various sensory signals and behaviors. It offers strategies and activities to support children with sensory processing challenges, enhancing their ability to navigate everyday situations.
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Daddy’s Boy
Casey Watson
The book is a true story about a troubled 11-year-old boy named Justin, who has been excluded from school for his unpredictable violence. He is placed with a specialist foster carer, who uncovers the dark family secret behind Justin's aggressive behavior.
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An Early Start for Your Child with Autism
Using Everyday Activities to Help Kids Connect, Communicate, and Learn
Sally J. Rogers|Geraldine Dawson|Laurie A. Vismara
The book provides parents and caregivers with strategies to enhance communication, social, and learning skills in young children with autism through daily activities. It emphasizes the importance of play and routine interactions to foster development and offers practical advice on creating engaging, educational experiences for children on the autism spectrum.
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Raising a Sensory Smart Child
The Definitive Handbook for Helping Your Child with Sensory Processing Issues: The Definitive Handbook for Helping Your ... Issues, Revised and Updated Edition
Lindsey Biel|Nancy K. Peske
The book provides practical advice and strategies for parents and educators to support children with sensory processing issues, offering insights into how these children experience the world. It includes guidance on creating sensory-smart environments, understanding sensory preferences, and collaborating with professionals for effective interventions.
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Positive Parenting for Autism
Powerful Strategies to Help Your Child Overcome Challenges and Thrive
Victoria Boone BCBA
The book provides evidence-based strategies and practical advice for parents to support their autistic children, focusing on enhancing communication, behavior, and social skills. It emphasizes the importance of understanding and accepting autism, offering tools for creating a positive learning environment and fostering independence in children.
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January First
A Child's Descent into Madness and Her Father's Struggle to Save Her
Michael Schofield
The book chronicles the harrowing journey of a young girl diagnosed with childhood-onset schizophrenia and her family's efforts to understand and manage her complex mental illness. It provides a personal and detailed account of the challenges they face, including navigating medical treatments and the impact of the condition on their family life.
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Carly's Voice
Breaking Through Autism
Arthur Fleischmann
The book is a father's heartfelt narrative about his daughter Carly's journey with severe autism, detailing her struggles and the breakthrough moment when she begins to communicate using technology. It provides an intimate look into the challenges of living with autism and the profound impact of finding a voice through the power of assistive communication.
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