Ellen Notbohm's Ten Things Every Child with Autism Wishes You Knew has won the Bronze Medal in Psychology in the Foreword Book of the Year Awards, 2013, winner of an iParenting Media Award and Honorable Mention in the 2005 Foreword Book of the Year Awards. A bestseller gets even better! Every parent, teacher, social worker, therapist, and physician should have this succinct and informative book in their back pocket. Framed with both humor and compassion, the book describes ten characteristics that help illuminate-not define-children with autism. Ellen's personal experiences as a parent of children with autism and ADHD, a celebrated autism author, and a contributor to numerous publications, classrooms, conferences, and websites around the world coalesce to create a guide for all who come in contact with a child on the autism spectrum. This updated edition delves into expanded thought and deeper discussion of communication issues, social processing skills, and the critical roles adult perspectives play in guiding the child with autism to a meaningful, self-sufficient, productive life. A bonus section includes ten more essential, thought-provoking "things" to share with young people on the spectrum as they cross the threshold of adulthood. This new edition sounds an even more resonant call to action, carrying the reader farther into understanding the needs and the potential of every child with autism.
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"This book has some great information on a number of topics related to kids on the spectrum (sensory processing, challenges in social environments, etc.), but for me, it helped solidify that what you think of, and ultimately what you do to help your kid with autism will largely have a direct impact on their success. I've been a long time believer of the quote "Whether you think you can or can't, your'e right", and this book drives that point home.
Stop making excuses for why your kid has Autism, as that won't change their situation, but you taking an active stance to do everything you can to help them deal with and overcome some of the challenges of Autism will help them become successful and live a satisfying life.
I recommend this to anyone that has or knows a kid with on the spectrum. "
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Jamille (4 out of 5 stars)