| Autism and You Contributor(s): Gerber, Lauren (Author), Bendell, Norman (Illustrator) |
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ISBN: 1612542239 ISBN-13: 9781612542232 Publisher: Brown Books Publishing OUR PRICE: $17.96 Product Type: Paperback Published: May 2019 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | Disabilities & Special Needs - Juvenile Nonfiction | Social Science - Psychology |
| LCCN: 2015935056 |
| Physical Information: 0.2" H x 7.9" W x 9.8" (0.50 lbs) 56 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: From psychologist Dr. Lauren Gerber comes Autism and You, the first in the new Dr. Lauren Library series. Illustrated by Norm Bendell, this unique introduction to autism includes educational material for both kids and adults. In the book's first part, young readers meet Billy, a boy with autism, as he shares his experiences, feelings, and plans for the future. The second part features a comprehensive collection of resources for parents, teachers, and other adults. Throughout, Dr. Lauren's message is the same: understanding and acceptance for all, no matter their differences. |
Contributor Bio(s): Gerber, Lauren: - Lauren Gerber, MsEd, PsyD, is one of the country's leading psychologists specializing in child and family psychology. She is a doctoral graduate, with honors, from Pace University, and she currently teaches at Lynn University. Her vast experience with special needs children led to her becoming Director of Clinical Services at the Slomin Family Center for Autism and Related Disabilities. She is the author/co-author of two previous books, Kitchen Table Therapy and Does God Have an Email Address?.Bendell, Norman: - Norman Bendell is an award-winning illustrator and designer. He is a fine arts graduate of the American Academy of Art who has worked in advertising, animation, and electronic media. His illustrations have been featured in a number of best-selling books, as well as works in the American Girl Library series. He has worked with Dr. Lauren Gerber as the illustrator of two previous book, Kitchen Table Therapy and Does God Have an Email Address?. |