0 Claire Droney, Annelies Verbiest, Melanie Corr
A practical, easy-to-read introduction to the ideas and strategies that can be implemented within the classroom to help autistic children achieve their full potential. With an introduction to autism and its key differences, insights from autistic individuals and case studies drawn from years of experience, this is the definitive resource for busy teachers supporting autistic children within a mainstream or specialist school environment.
The Everyday Autism Handbook for Schools book provides guidance on a variety of topics related to teaching autistic children in primary school, including adapting the curriculum, ensuring effective communication with staff and parents, fostering emotional regulation, as well as staff self-care. Each chapter includes easy-to-follow guides and resources, providing solutions, direction and support for teachers to help students on the autism spectrum to thrive.
Introduction to Autism
Top Autism-Friendly Strategies
Make Everything Visual For Me
Give Me a Schedule
Motivate Me
Help Me Be More Organised and Independent
Teach Me Ways to Cope with Anxiety
Teach Me How to Recognise and Cope with My Emotions
Give Me a Break
Help Me to Communicate
Help Me to Navigate the Social World at School
Being Inclusive
The Art of Communication
The Special Class
Keep it Positive
"A welcome 'toolkit' of enlightening guidance and practical strategies valuable to teachers, parents and practitioners across education, health, and social care. This book is divided into easy to find (and read) 'guides' across themes with associated activities and techniques; all anchored in evidence-based practice. Content such as the 'tip's, monologues and frequently asked questions' also illuminate the child's perspective, their needs, as well as their abilities. "
- Dr. Áine de Róiste, Psychologist and Senior Lecturer in Social Care in the Department of Applied Social Studies, Munster Technological University, Cork, Ireland.
" A comprehensive and accessible volume that combines theory, practical strategies, checklists, templates and downloadable resources for busy professionals. Just as the authors identify visuals as the 'WD40 of the autism world', this book could be described as the 'WD40 Autism manual' for schools, full of practical and energy saving tips to support ease of learning for staff and pupils alike. I wish it had been around when I was teaching!"
- Mary McKenna, teacher, lecturer and early years autism consultant with The Children’s Clinic
"This is a must-read handbook for school staff working with autistic young people. It is written by educators who share their rich and varied experience in a clear and friendly style that is both accessible and informative. Autistic voice and experience informs each section of the book. This is sure to be a much read and recommended resource in schools. "
- Claire O’Neill, autism class teacher, teacher-educator and neurodivergent coach
