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Available
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Publication
Routledge (2020), Edition: 2, 202 pages
Description
Taking a look at the most common sensory issues kids face, Raising Kids With Sensory Processing Disorders offers a compilation of unique, proven strategies that parents can implement to help their children move beyond their sensory needs. This updated second edition: Shows parents how to characterize their child's sensory issues into one of several profiles. Helps parents find the best adaptations and changes to their child's everyday routines. Provides a week-by-week series of activities and checklists. Helps improve children's performance on tasks like homework, transitions between activities, and interactions with friends. Is written by parents and occupational therapists. Whether it's having to remove tags from clothing or using special dimmed lighting when they study, kids with sensory disorders or special sensory needs often need adaptations in their everyday lives in order to find success in school and beyond.… (more)
User reviews
LibraryThing member stacypilot
In trying to help a neighbor who has had three children diagnosed with different disorders, this book offered through Librarything’s giveaway caught my attention. I am so thankful as the very practical ideas and the reproducible charts are going to be invaluable. I did tell my neighbor to skip,
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for now, the Part 1 and go directly to the Part 2 Activities section to try to get results for this COVID restricted time staying at home 24/7 which stresses everyone in the home. Additionally the visual format of the book with its use of graphics and consistency page format In the activities section make it very reader friendly. Show Less
LibraryThing member MarJanita
Must read for parents and teachers. Even though it is geared towards parents of children with sensory processing disorders, teachers will also find this helpful. There are great resources and reproducible forms and worksheets. The book is divided into two parts. The first part describes sensory
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processing disorders, and the second part is on how to set a helpful routine. There are also visuals throughout that keep it interesting. Helpful and informative. Show Less
LibraryThing member exploreacademy
This is a well written guide to improving how parents interact with children with sensory processing and self-regulation issues. The book outlines strategies, provides examples, and encourages parents to be the best advocates they can be for their children. As an educator, I saw benefits and new
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strategies I could implement in the classroom as well. Show Less
LibraryThing member Georgia.Bets
This book inspired a friend of mine to order more books for the parents of her autistic grandson. The parents were very moved, and already have praised the book for wonderful tips on handling their 12-year-old autistic son.
LibraryThing member KWROLSEN
This is a great resource for families with children who have sensory processing disorders. There is plenty of information about sensory processing disorders and resources throughout the book. I was incredibly impressed with the activities and straight forward interventions that parents can easily
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implement. They are organized by settings which allows parents to easily locate pertinent information. This is a very handy, easy-to- read and practical resource. Show Less
LibraryThing member julieandbeli
Another book I'm adding to my arsenal of books to help me with my 13 year old daughter with SPD. I must admit that I've read so many books on SPD that this one didn't bring many new insights or helps. I do appreciate the specific activities though, and the way the book lays out a plan for parents
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doing their own therapy at home with their kiddos (myself included during the past 9 months of Covid). Show Less
LibraryThing member vintage-series-Lisa
This book is a must-have for anyone who has a child with sensory processing disorders or someone who works with them.
It focuses on morning routines, mealtime routines, bedtime routines, holidays, school routines, and social issues. A very helpful book
It focuses on morning routines, mealtime routines, bedtime routines, holidays, school routines, and social issues. A very helpful book
LibraryThing member ABlueBunny
Written by university academics who teach and work in this field (some who have children with this disorder), this book is for parents and/or caregivers who have children with sensory issues. It is easily accessible for all as it not only uses everyday language, but visuals with charts and graphics
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to display information. After a brief explanation of the disorder, it offers strategies for the child and family on how to structure time from morning routines, within the school experience, and then throughout the remainder of the day and night. Written as a guide to bring calm and order to the child, family and within other settings. Show Less
Language
Original language
English
Original publication date
2020
Physical description
202 p.; 9 inches
ISBN
1646320662 / 9781646320660
Local notes
This books was given away.