Autism Books

At Buy Books on Autism we strive to bring you the best resources available. Each month we review different products from books on autism, educational toys, communication products, curriculum, videos, different types of therapy and resources for the gluten free/casein free diet. We are currently reviewing "Social Stories for Autism" from the Natural Learning Concepts. This book on autism helps show children what to expect in certain situations and how to deal with things such as anger, how to transition from one place to another and how to behave in public. I like the way this autism book illustrates the pictures so the kids have a clear visual of what is expected. This is an excellent book on autism if you are in need of social stories for your child, I highly recommend that you look at these to see if it is a good fit for your family. Throughout this site you will find autism books, resources and information about homeschooling (the pro's & con's), setting up an in home program, you will also find reviews and descriptions on therapy products, different types of therapy, curriculum, and resources for sensory integration. Learning is important, but what makes learning fun is the communication that you build with your child. Without building communication skills you have a hard time knowing what they understand, how they feel, etc. At the bottom of the page we offer a few suggestions to build communication through play with your autistic child.

Matching

Matching is one of the first skills taught to children with autism. Books on Autism Category: Autism Books

Grammar

First Language Lessons is one of the best text books for children with autism. It's interactive and easy to make it fun to learn. Books on Autism Category: Autism Books

Vocabulary

Wordly wise 3000 is a great program for teaching vocabulary, they have flash card and big concept cards to go with each lesson. Great program. Books on Autism Category: Autism Books

Reading Programs

These are good books with wholesome stories, and a good way into talk about character and social interactions. Books on Autism Category: Autism Books

Building Play Skills and Imagination

Building imagination and play skills is one of the most important skills to teach children with autism. Books on Autism Category: Autism Books

Draw Write Now, Book 8: Savannas, Grasslands, Mountains & Deserts

By Marie Hablitzel / Barker Creek: Explore the world with DrawWriteNow - a collection of drawing and handwriting lessons developed by and elementary school teacher and classroom tested by over 800 children. Theme-related questions, answers and book lists A child-friendly format And countless ideas to spark children's imagination and creativity. Books on Autism Category: Autism Books

Critical Thinking Skills

Building thinking skills helps children problem solve and make choices. This is one of the best companies for children with autism. Books on Autism Category: Autism Books

Spelling

Spelling Workout is a good program for children with autism. It has simple worksheets and the teachers manual give great ideas for enhancing learning. Books on Autism Category: Autism Books

Handwriting

Handwriting can be master. This program is good, it is cursive and always mastery before moving on to the next letter. Books on Autism Category: Autism Books

Science

Christian Kids Explore Series is a great way to teach science to elementary school kids. It's a great program. Books on Autism Category: Autism Books

Figurative Language Reading Comprehension Practice Cards - Blue 3.5-5.0

By Edupress Inc. Books on Autism Category: Autism Books

The Homeschool Daily Planner for Curriculum

By Homeschool / Aaron Publishing: When you're juggling homemaking and homeschooling, organization is vital! This book won't help you with the household chores, but it will help you plan and coordinate an academic year for one to four students. Books on Autism Category: Autism Books

Phonics

Explore the Code is a systemic approach to learning to read. It allows for mastery before moving to the next book. This is a good reading program. Books on Autism Category: Autism Books

Math

Working with Number for Slow Learners is designed for child with special needs. Books on Autism Category: Autism Books

Teaching Resources

Teaching resources are some of the best things you can have. Here is a good source for your every day needs. Books on Autism Category: Autism Books

Typing Instructor for Kids 4 on CD-ROM

By Individual Software: This award-winning typing program is educational, entertaining, and motivating. Books on Autism (Features) It teaches all keyboarding basics, proper hand positions, and speed, and accuracy. For Children ages 6&-12: Autism Books Features: Keyboard & amp; typing games add motivation and fun. Ten Typing Plans for different age groups, beginning with the home row. Books on Autism Category: Autism Books

GeoSafari Phonics Pad

By Educational Insights Inc: This step-by-step phonics program includes hours of independent, motivating, interactive instruction and games. Books on Autism (Features) LEDs to motivate and guide gameplay and standard 1/4" headphone jack for silent learning (headphones sold separately). Books on Autism Category: Autism Books

Continued from above...Suggestions for building communication with your child through play:

Toy & Flash Card Tips

There are always at least 3 questions that you can get from a toy or a flash card.
Basic questions:
1. What is it?
2. What color?
3. What does it do?
4. How does it sound?
5. How does it move?
6.Can you move like this (animal, car, cards with action words--this also promotes imitation)

The important thing in asking questions while playing to not to get the answer quickly (at the start), but to build eye contact, joint play, taking turns, bonding with your autistic child, creating a safety net so they might try imaginative play. For example: Use a book as a hat. And say "Oh! look at my hat, isn't it pretty?" Be dramatic, animate (don't scare your child) emphasize your expression.