100 Seminal Books on Social Services Youth with Special Needs

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Social services for children and youth with special needs consist of early intervention and community integration support services and programmes to help them to develop to their fullest potential and to better integrate with mainstream schools and society.

The 21 titles in this resource guide are listed alphabetically and discuss strategies to create a more caring and inclusive school and community environment. Books that are unavailable at the Lee Kong Chian Reference Library and NLB’s public libraries have been denoted as such. To explore other areas of social services for children and youth, please go to 100 Seminal Books: Social Services.

Books

(listed in alphabetical order)

50 activities and games for kids with ADHD

by Patricia O Quinn and Judith M Stern

(Not available in NLB libraries)

Suited for parents, teachers and counselors, the games and activities in this book are designed to help kids with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) to achieve success in school, communicate better and develop better relationships with family members.

Washington DC: Magination Press , 2010.

At-risk children and youth: Resiliency explored

by Niall McElwee

(Not available in NLB libraries)

McElwee examines what it means for children and youths to be “at-risk”, with a detailed breakdown of risk behaviours and predictors of risk. The book also tackles societal and self-imposed challenges faced by children and proposes strategies for intervention.

Abingdon, UK: Routledge, 2011.

Autism and reading comprehension: Ready-to-use lessons for teachers

by Joseph Porter

(Not available in NLB libraries)

Porter has designed 90 hours of animal-themed lesson plans with step-by-step instructions covering eighteen worksheets for teachers and parents to help their children develop reading skills. Also included is an appendix list which suggests complementary activities for each animal theme.

Arlington, Texas: Future Horizons, 2011.

ehavior solutions for the inclusive classroom

by Beth Aune, Beth Burt, Peter Gennaro

(Not available in NLB libraries)

A useful guide for teachers to create an inclusive and positive learning environment for all students. Learn to identify behaviours manifested by children with special needs and learning difficulties, such as out-of-seat behaviours, fidgeting, temper outbursts and difficulty with class work and homework.

Arlington, Texas: Future Horizons, 2010.

Can I tell you about Autism? A guide for friends, family and professionals

by Jude Welton

(Not available in NLB libraries)

This illustrated book is suited for readers aged seven and above. The story’s central character, Tom, a young boy with autism, explains the challenges he faces in social communication, sensory overload and changes in his routine. He also provides detailed explanations of how adults can help by creating structure for the child and using visual schedules and social stories.

London: Jessica Kingsley, 2014.

Can I tell you about Dyslexia? A guide for friends, family and professionals

by Alan M. Hultquist

(Not available in NLB libraries)

This illustrated book is suited for readers aged seven and above. Through the central figure of Zoe, readers will learn about the difficulties faced by dyslexics at home and in school and come to understand why learning to read and write is so challenging.

London: Jessica Kingsley, 2013.

Can I tell you about sensory processing difficulties: A guide for friends, family and professionals

by Sue Allen

(Not available in NLB libraries)

An illustrated book for readers aged seven and above as well as teachers, parents, family members and occupational therapists who are involved in the care of children diagnosed with sensory processing difficulties. Through the character of Harry, the central figure in the story, readers will learn of the challenges faced by sufferers in accomplishing even routine tasks such as washing, dressing and eating meals.

London: Jessica Kingsley, 2016.

Causes and cures in the classroom: Getting to the root of academic and behavior problems

by Margaret Searle

A helpful read for educators to identify common student learning and classroom behavioral challenges and suggestions to develop effective interventions for students. Searle tackles the root causes behind issues such as poor problem solving, memory and organisational skills, lack of attention focus, poor impulse control and disruptive behaviour.

This title is available as an ebook on ProQuest Ebook Central. myLibrary ID is required to access this ebook.

Coping with ADD/ADHD: Attention deficit disorder/ attention deficit hyperactivity disorder

by Jaydene Morrison

(Not available in NLB libraries)

Gain a better understanding of attention deficit disorder (ADD) and learn what the appropriate treatment options are in this highly readable book. Included are case studies, lists and charts to help ADD/ ADHD people to gauge their own needs, goals and accomplishments.

New York: The Rosen Publishing Group, 1996.

Executive function “dysfunction”: Strategies for educators and parents

by Rebecca A. Moyes

(Not available in NLB libraries)

Parents and educators of children with executive function difficulties will benefit from the useful insights on the cognitive processes that make up the executive functions and learn effective strategies to help children at home and in school to overcome their skill impairments.

London: Jessica Kingsley, 2014.

How do I teach this kid to read? Teaching literacy skills to young children with autism, from phonics to fluency

by Kimberly A. Henry

(Not available in NLB libraries)

Teachers and parents can use the numerous activities in this book to assist young children with autism to develop early literacy skills. The exercises cover phonemic awareness, vocabulary and comprehension.

Arlington, Texas: Future Horizons, 2010.

I’m not naughty: A handbook on attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) for parents, care-givers and teachers

by Lee Swee Huat

Call No.: RSING 362.1968589 LEE

Parents, caregivers and teachers who care for and teach children who are diagnosed with ADHD will read how this disorder manifests itself and learn about the “do’s and don’ts” of what should be done to help create a proper learning environment in the classroom and a nurturing space at home.

Inside asperger’s looking out

by Kathy Hoopmann

(Not available in NLB libraries)

Through engaging text and colourful visuals, Hoopmann describes how people diagnosed with Asperger Syndrome react to bright lights, strong smells, social rules and interpret body language and facial expressions.

London: Jessica Kingsley, 2013.

Raising boys with ADHD: Secrets for parenting healthy, happy sons

by Mary Anne Richey and James W Forgan

Call No.: 618.928589 FOR

A handy guide with solutions and strategies for parents and teachers to help boys with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) to achieve success in school and complete the transition to college and the working world.

Strategy instruction for students with learning disabilities

by Robert Reid, Torri Ortiz Lienemann, and Jessica L. Hagaman

(Not available in NLB libraries)

The authors advocate a step-by-step cognitive strategy for struggling learners to improve their study skills and performance in writing, reading and math. Included are detailed classroom examples, worksheets and checklists which teachers can conveniently use.

New York: Guilford Press, 2013.

The ADHD workbook for kids: Helping children gain self-confidence, social skills and self-control

by Lawrence E. Shapiro

(Not available in NLB libraries)

Written by an internationally known child psychologist and parenting expert, this workbook offers over 40 activities aimed at helping children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) to identify their talents, build self-esteem and learn responsibility.

Oakland, California: New Harbinger Publications, Inc, 2010.

The complete guide to special education: Expert advice on evaluations, IEPs and helping kids succeed

by Linda Wilmshurst and Alan W. Brue

Call No.: 371.9073 WIL

Written by school psychologists, this publication provides an overview of the special education process incorporating identification, assessment and intervention. Recommended for parents, teachers, school counselors, and school administrators who look after children with special needs.

The gift of dyslexia: Why some of the smartest people can’t read… and how they can learn

by Ronald D. Davis and Eldon M. Braun

Call No.: 371.9144 DAV

Davis helps to uncover the struggles dyslexics have with the written word and suggests how these difficulties can be mitigated by using the gifts of creativity and problem-solving which are observable in many dyslexics.

This title is also available as an ebook on Overdrive. myLibrary ID is required to access this ebook.

The out-of-sync child grows up: Coping with sensory processing disorder in the adolescent and young adult years

by Carol Stock Kranowitz

Call No.: 618.928 KRA

This book is a follow-up to the author’s previously published title, The out-of-sync child: Recognizing and coping with sensory processing disorder. A practical and useful guide for parents of teens who have been diagnosed as children with sensory processing disorder. Topics covered include strategies for socialising and dating, seeking help and support from loved ones and the benefits of occupational therapy.

New York: TarcherPerigee, 2016.

The out-of-sync child: Recognizing and coping with sensory processing disorder

by Carol Stock Kranowitz

Call No.: RCLOS 618.928 KRA

Kranowitz provides a detailed overview of sensory processing disorder, and describes how children who are diagnosed with this disorder respond to touch, sounds, smells and visual stimuli as well as what caregivers can do to help them cope with everyday routines.

This title is also available as an ebook on Overdrive. myLibrary ID is required to access this ebook.

Understanding girls with ADHD: How they feel and why they do what they do

by Kathleen Nadeau, Ellen Littman, and Patricia Quinn

Call No.: 618.928589 NAD

This book focuses on how attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) affects girls of different ages and in different situations. The authors also detail a multifaceted treatment strategy and discuss controversial issues such as misdiagnosis and the use of medication.

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Sharon Teng

The information in this resource guide is valid as of September 2018 and correct as far as we are able to ascertain from our sources. It is not intended to be an exhaustive or complete history on the subject. Please contact the Library for further reading materials on the topic.