All cats have Asperger Syndrome

by Kathy Hoopmann

Paper Book, 2007

Status

Available

Call number

618.92/858832

Description

Pictures of cats in usual and unusual positions help illustrate how the behaviors of people with Asperger's syndrome are similar to those of cats. This work takes a playful look at Asperger Syndrome (AS), drawing inspiration from the feline world in a way that will strike a chord with all those who are familiar with AS. Color photographs bring to life the familiar characteristics of independent cats such as sensitive hearing, scampering at the first sign of being stroked, and particular eating habits. Touching, humorous and insightful, this book evokes the difficulties and joys of raising a child who is different and leaves the reader with a sense of the dignity, individuality, and potential of people with AS. This engaging book is an ideal, gentle introduction to the world of AS.… (more)

Publication

London ; Philadelphia : Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 2007.

User reviews

LibraryThing member SmithSJ01

A superb little book. I actually bought it for a friend for her birthday, we both work with children who have Aspergers and also is a cat lover - so it was spot on for a gift. I've got to admit having a sneaky read though before wrapping it up (but I did tell her!).

It's so informative and

entertaining all at the same time. It would serve a purpose to share with parents who have just received a diagnosis or who have their suspicions. Therefore it is great to share with children as well - the pictures of the kittens actually tell the story more than the text does. The information is accurate yet presented in a non-threatening way. Excellent for those who are experiencing this form of special needs, are wanting to find out all about it or who work in this field.

That brings me to the pictures. They are high quality glossy images that are simply adorable but when linked with the text accentuates what is being passed on.

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LibraryThing member kaelirenee

I normally dispise cutesy books like this and I am not really a cat person. But I saw this and started flipping through it, nodding my head-almost crying in the Barnes and Nobles. It's such a well-written, simple book that is very heartwarming, charming, and funny. It makes finding more things to

love about my son so much more fun! I've given this book as a gift to several family members to explain AS to them in a way that reminds them that there are wonderful things about my son, many of them can even be attributed to his AS. It's very positive. I also recommend this one to teachers of inclusion classes who will have a child with an ASD in their classroom, to help them and their students know what to expect in their new classmate.

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LibraryThing member peelprovince

This is the most extraordinary book; it simplifies the complex condition of aspergers in a unique way. The eyes of a cat portray it beautifully.

LibraryThing member Placebogirl

This book is designed to educate about asperger syndrome, but is actually a pretty cute and funny book about cats too.

LibraryThing member Lovez2read

A wonderful and cute way to explain someof the characteristics of Aspergers Syndrome. The adorable pictures of kitties and the cute prose in this book kept me giggling until the end.

LibraryThing member gjchauvin504

This is the best and most concise explanation of Asperger Syndrome that I have ever seen. It is always difficult to tell people just why my child is different. My child often appears disobedient to others and acts inappropriately. This book makes it much easier to explain. It is it a quick read and

easy to understand.

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LibraryThing member benuathanasia

Very cute and amusing. (also very true!)

LibraryThing member afussell

This book explain how all cats have Asperger syndrome. It helps children understand Asperger syndrome and also help build the self esteem of children suffers from Asperger syndrome

LibraryThing member meggyweg

This is a jewel of a book. Not only are the photos all absolutely enchanting, but the text provides a good basic education on autism/Asperger's Syndrome. Although the book is marketed for children -- and it's just fine for that age group -- adults who need to know about the syndrome would

definitely benefit from it too. Recommended for all ages and people.

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LibraryThing member ajfurman

I did not expect to really like this book, but I did. I didn't like the concept of taking a disability and comparing it to felines, but in reading this book, I see how it is used to make some sense for something that could potentially be very confusing for some. This book finds connections between

general things tat cats do that can be used as an example of some traits of a person with Asperger's Syndrome. The pictures in this book are perfectly placed and are really inviting. The cats are pretty and create a really down to earth example for behavioral inappropriateness. The big picture of this book is to provide a brief explanation of how Asperger's Syndrome comes across, but in comparing it to cats, it makes a little more sense. It is not meant to be a complicated, in-depth explanation, but rather a beginner's guide.

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LibraryThing member Salsabrarian

A clever way of making Asperger's syndrome understandable and accessible for children by comparing it to the familiar behavior of cats. Even I got a better perspective on what it is about!

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