Author: Gary L. Fisher
Publisher: Free Spirit Publishing
ISBN: 1575421194
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 131
Book Description
Discusses how children with "learning differences" can get along better in school, set goals, and plan for the future.
ADHD
Author: Richard A. Lougy
Publisher: Hope Press
ISBN: 9781878267436
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 332
Book Description
Addresses the issues and concerns confronting parents and teachers with ADHD children. The friendly and supportive style of the book is easy for readers to understand and use. Parents and teachers will appreciate the sympathetic approach and expert discussion by authors who have worked extensively with ADHD children and their families in a broad range of setting, including medical, clinical and educational.
Publisher: Hope Press
ISBN: 9781878267436
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 332
Book Description
Addresses the issues and concerns confronting parents and teachers with ADHD children. The friendly and supportive style of the book is easy for readers to understand and use. Parents and teachers will appreciate the sympathetic approach and expert discussion by authors who have worked extensively with ADHD children and their families in a broad range of setting, including medical, clinical and educational.
The Survival Guide for Making and Being Friends
Author: James J. Crist
Publisher: Free Spirit Publishing
ISBN: 1575425882
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 129
Book Description
Every kid’s must-have primer for being a good friend. Whether kids find socializing as natural as smiling or as hard as learning a new language, this book can help them improve their social skills so they can better enjoy the benefits of friendship. Practical advice covers everything from breaking the ice to developing friendships to overcoming problems and being a good friend. True-to-life vignettes, “what would you do?” scenarios, voluminous examples, quizzes to test learning, “Try This” assignments for practicing techniques, and advice from real kids make this an accessible life-skills handbook. Survival Guides for Kids Helping Kids Help Themselves® Straightforward, friendly, and loaded with practical advice, the Free Spirit Survival Guides for Kids give kids the tools they need to not only survive, but thrive. With plenty of realistic examples and bright illustrations, they are accessible, encouraging, kid-friendly, and even life-changing.
Publisher: Free Spirit Publishing
ISBN: 1575425882
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 129
Book Description
Every kid’s must-have primer for being a good friend. Whether kids find socializing as natural as smiling or as hard as learning a new language, this book can help them improve their social skills so they can better enjoy the benefits of friendship. Practical advice covers everything from breaking the ice to developing friendships to overcoming problems and being a good friend. True-to-life vignettes, “what would you do?” scenarios, voluminous examples, quizzes to test learning, “Try This” assignments for practicing techniques, and advice from real kids make this an accessible life-skills handbook. Survival Guides for Kids Helping Kids Help Themselves® Straightforward, friendly, and loaded with practical advice, the Free Spirit Survival Guides for Kids give kids the tools they need to not only survive, but thrive. With plenty of realistic examples and bright illustrations, they are accessible, encouraging, kid-friendly, and even life-changing.
The Survival Guide for Money Smarts
Author: Eric Braun
Publisher: Free Spirit Publishing
ISBN: 1631981153
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 154
Book Description
This survival guide introduces the basics of financial literacy and money management for kids—from earning and saving money to spending and donating it—and gives readers essential skills for financial know-how. The book also explores how choices about money and finances connect to character development and social-emotional well-being. Readers will find ideas for setting money goals, delaying gratification, being thrifty, building self-esteem, giving to charity, and making socially responsible spending and donating decisions. The book includes special features such as: Fictional vignettes in a choose-your-own-adventure style, putting readers in hypothetical situations where they need to make decisions about how to manage money True success stories about real kids who made smart financial decisions Vocabulary boxes that highlight important terms “Financial tactics” boxes with helpful tools, tips, and strategies Survival Guides for Kids Helping Kids Help Themselves® Straightforward, friendly, and loaded with practical advice, the Free Spirit Survival Guides for Kids give kids the tools they need to not only survive, but thrive. With plenty of realistic examples and bright illustrations, they are accessible, encouraging, kid-friendly, and even life-changing.
Publisher: Free Spirit Publishing
ISBN: 1631981153
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 154
Book Description
This survival guide introduces the basics of financial literacy and money management for kids—from earning and saving money to spending and donating it—and gives readers essential skills for financial know-how. The book also explores how choices about money and finances connect to character development and social-emotional well-being. Readers will find ideas for setting money goals, delaying gratification, being thrifty, building self-esteem, giving to charity, and making socially responsible spending and donating decisions. The book includes special features such as: Fictional vignettes in a choose-your-own-adventure style, putting readers in hypothetical situations where they need to make decisions about how to manage money True success stories about real kids who made smart financial decisions Vocabulary boxes that highlight important terms “Financial tactics” boxes with helpful tools, tips, and strategies Survival Guides for Kids Helping Kids Help Themselves® Straightforward, friendly, and loaded with practical advice, the Free Spirit Survival Guides for Kids give kids the tools they need to not only survive, but thrive. With plenty of realistic examples and bright illustrations, they are accessible, encouraging, kid-friendly, and even life-changing.
ADHD Raising an Explosive Child
Author: Mary Petersen
Publisher: Mary Petersen
ISBN: 9781801882385
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 248
Book Description
If My ADHD Child Is Depressed, How Do I Boost My Child's Confidence? How Long Will It Take to Fix My ADHD Child? What If My ADHD Child Has Anxiety? Will My ADHD Child Have Lifelong Problems? Nothing Seems to Work. How Do I Change Things Today? If you are a parent of a child with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), you probably face many unique daily challenges. ADHD is a common disorder that affects millions of children worldwide and is difficult to treat because it is multi-faceted, complex, and different from case to case. ADHD limits a child's ability to function socially, academically, and even at home. This audio guide includes a variety of proven methods to manage ADHD symptoms naturally and will give you a comprehensive idea of what ADHD is, and how you can deal with children who suffer from it. Here's what you'll discover inside Understanding ADHD - what does it mean and how is it treated The steps approach to talk to your child without the drama The ADHD advantages How to Teach Your ADHD Child Social Skills in Order to Thrive How to Setting mutual goals that foster cooperation How to help your child mature through a simple and systematic method of conversation Managing ADHD with the right nutrition Effective methods to contrast behavioral challenges And much, much more! Some parents of children with ADHD, understand that ADHD symptoms sometimes lead to poor decisions. While that connection might be obvious, what isn't so obvious is how to make better decisions. In this audiobook, author want to help you both better diagnose what causes poor decision-making and provide you with strategies to help make better decisions. She wants to get to the root of ADHD and decision-making and provide a clear route toward improving future choices. Ready to get started?
Publisher: Mary Petersen
ISBN: 9781801882385
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 248
Book Description
If My ADHD Child Is Depressed, How Do I Boost My Child's Confidence? How Long Will It Take to Fix My ADHD Child? What If My ADHD Child Has Anxiety? Will My ADHD Child Have Lifelong Problems? Nothing Seems to Work. How Do I Change Things Today? If you are a parent of a child with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), you probably face many unique daily challenges. ADHD is a common disorder that affects millions of children worldwide and is difficult to treat because it is multi-faceted, complex, and different from case to case. ADHD limits a child's ability to function socially, academically, and even at home. This audio guide includes a variety of proven methods to manage ADHD symptoms naturally and will give you a comprehensive idea of what ADHD is, and how you can deal with children who suffer from it. Here's what you'll discover inside Understanding ADHD - what does it mean and how is it treated The steps approach to talk to your child without the drama The ADHD advantages How to Teach Your ADHD Child Social Skills in Order to Thrive How to Setting mutual goals that foster cooperation How to help your child mature through a simple and systematic method of conversation Managing ADHD with the right nutrition Effective methods to contrast behavioral challenges And much, much more! Some parents of children with ADHD, understand that ADHD symptoms sometimes lead to poor decisions. While that connection might be obvious, what isn't so obvious is how to make better decisions. In this audiobook, author want to help you both better diagnose what causes poor decision-making and provide you with strategies to help make better decisions. She wants to get to the root of ADHD and decision-making and provide a clear route toward improving future choices. Ready to get started?
The Survival Guide for Kids with Autism Spectrum Disorders (And Their Parents)
Author: Elizabeth Verdick
Publisher: Free Spirit Publishing
ISBN: 1575425262
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 242
Book Description
This positive, straightforward book offers kids with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) their own comprehensive resource for both understanding their condition and finding tools to cope with the challenges they face every day. Some children with ASDs are gifted; others struggle academically. Some are more introverted, while others try to be social. Some get "stuck" on things, have limited interests, or experience repeated motor movements like flapping or pacing ("stims"). The Survival Guide for Kids with Autism Spectrum Disorders covers all of these areas, with an emphasis on helping children gain new self-understanding and self-acceptance. Meant to be read with a parent, the book addresses questions ("What’s an ASD?" "Why me?") and provides strategies for communicating, making and keeping friends, and succeeding in school. Body and brain basics highlight symptom management, exercise, diet, hygiene, relaxation, sleep, and toileting. Emphasis is placed on helping kids handle intense emotions and behaviors and get support from family and their team of helpers when needed. The book includes stories from real kids, fact boxes, helpful checklists, resources, and a glossary. Sections for parents offer more detailed information.
Publisher: Free Spirit Publishing
ISBN: 1575425262
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 242
Book Description
This positive, straightforward book offers kids with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) their own comprehensive resource for both understanding their condition and finding tools to cope with the challenges they face every day. Some children with ASDs are gifted; others struggle academically. Some are more introverted, while others try to be social. Some get "stuck" on things, have limited interests, or experience repeated motor movements like flapping or pacing ("stims"). The Survival Guide for Kids with Autism Spectrum Disorders covers all of these areas, with an emphasis on helping children gain new self-understanding and self-acceptance. Meant to be read with a parent, the book addresses questions ("What’s an ASD?" "Why me?") and provides strategies for communicating, making and keeping friends, and succeeding in school. Body and brain basics highlight symptom management, exercise, diet, hygiene, relaxation, sleep, and toileting. Emphasis is placed on helping kids handle intense emotions and behaviors and get support from family and their team of helpers when needed. The book includes stories from real kids, fact boxes, helpful checklists, resources, and a glossary. Sections for parents offer more detailed information.
The Gifted Teen Survival Guide
Author: Judy Galbraith
Publisher: Free Spirit Publishing
ISBN: 157542567X
Category : Young Adult Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 273
Book Description
Based on new surveys of nearly 1,500 gifted teens, this book is the ultimate guide to thriving in a world that doesn’t always support or understand high ability. Full of surprising facts, survey results, step-by-step strategies, inspiring teen quotes, and insightful expert essays, the guide gives readers the tools they need to appreciate their giftedness as an asset and use it to make the most of who they are. The fourth edition has been revised for a new generation of high-end learners and includes information on twice-exceptionality, emotional and social intelligence, creativity, teen brain development, managing life online, testing and standards, homeschooling, International Baccalaureate programs, college alternatives, STEM careers, cyberbullying, and other hot topics.
Publisher: Free Spirit Publishing
ISBN: 157542567X
Category : Young Adult Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 273
Book Description
Based on new surveys of nearly 1,500 gifted teens, this book is the ultimate guide to thriving in a world that doesn’t always support or understand high ability. Full of surprising facts, survey results, step-by-step strategies, inspiring teen quotes, and insightful expert essays, the guide gives readers the tools they need to appreciate their giftedness as an asset and use it to make the most of who they are. The fourth edition has been revised for a new generation of high-end learners and includes information on twice-exceptionality, emotional and social intelligence, creativity, teen brain development, managing life online, testing and standards, homeschooling, International Baccalaureate programs, college alternatives, STEM careers, cyberbullying, and other hot topics.
ADHD Is Our Superpower
Author: Soli Lazarus
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
ISBN: 1787757315
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 64
Book Description
If you have attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), you might struggle with things like concentrating in school, or sitting still, or remembering lots of instructions. But ADHD is also a superpower. In this book you will meet different girls and boys with ADHD who can do amazing things. You might recognise some of these strengths as things that you can do too! Some of these strengths help with everyday life, like being able to hyper-focus on a task or having boundless energy to try new things. Some strengths are superpowers for interacting with others, like having a strong sense of what is fair or entertaining friends and family to make them feel happy. Each character also shares things that you can ask grown-ups to do to help you, like providing visual aids, creating calm spaces, communicating effectively and being kind and patient. This book also provides guidance for parents and teachers, with advice on how they can support children with suspected or diagnosed ADHD at home or in the classroom, and provides further resources and bonus content.
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
ISBN: 1787757315
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 64
Book Description
If you have attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), you might struggle with things like concentrating in school, or sitting still, or remembering lots of instructions. But ADHD is also a superpower. In this book you will meet different girls and boys with ADHD who can do amazing things. You might recognise some of these strengths as things that you can do too! Some of these strengths help with everyday life, like being able to hyper-focus on a task or having boundless energy to try new things. Some strengths are superpowers for interacting with others, like having a strong sense of what is fair or entertaining friends and family to make them feel happy. Each character also shares things that you can ask grown-ups to do to help you, like providing visual aids, creating calm spaces, communicating effectively and being kind and patient. This book also provides guidance for parents and teachers, with advice on how they can support children with suspected or diagnosed ADHD at home or in the classroom, and provides further resources and bonus content.
Life with ADHD
Author: James Bow
Publisher: Momentum
ISBN: 9781503825055
Category : Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Gives readers a look into the lives and abilities of people who have attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), as well as the challenges they face. Learn how counselors, medications, and other treatments help people with ADHD every day. Additional features include a table of contents, an informative infographic, a Fast Facts spread, critical-thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, a selected bibliography, an index, sources for further research, and information about the author.
Publisher: Momentum
ISBN: 9781503825055
Category : Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Gives readers a look into the lives and abilities of people who have attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), as well as the challenges they face. Learn how counselors, medications, and other treatments help people with ADHD every day. Additional features include a table of contents, an informative infographic, a Fast Facts spread, critical-thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, a selected bibliography, an index, sources for further research, and information about the author.