Resources/Recommended Materials
There are many useful materials for autism avaiable. This list is based on materials that I have personally used or reviewed.
If you have suggestions for additions to this list, feel free to
contact me.

 

Asperger's Syndrome
Autism
Behavior
Communication
IEP Development/Advocacy
Inclusion/Peer Training
For/By Individuals with ASD
Social Skills
Teaching Strategies

Printable version of resource list

 

Asperger’s Syndrome:

Bolick, T. (2001). Asperger Syndrome and Adolescence. Gloucester, MA: Fair Winds Press.  

Fullerton, A., Stratton, J., Coyne, P., & Gray, C. (1996). Higher Functioning Adolescents and Young Adults with Autism. Austin, TX: Pro-Ed, An International Publisher.

Hall, K.. (2001). Asperger Syndrome, the Universe and Everything. Philadelphia, PA: Jessica Kingsley Publishers.

Klin, A., Volkmar, F. R., Sparrow, S. S. (2000). Asperger Syndrome. New York, NY: The Guilford Press.

Myles, B.S., Cook, K.T., Miller, N.E., Rinner, L,, Robbins, L. A. (2000). Asperger Syndrome and Sensory Issues. Shawnee Mission, Kansas: Autism Asperger Pub.

Myles, B. S., & Adreon, D.. (2001). Asperger Syndrome and Adolescence. Shawnee Mission, Kansas: Autism Asperger Publishing Company.  

Myles, B. & Southwick, J. (1999). Asperger Syndrome and Difficult Moments: Practical solutions for tantrums, rage, and meltdowns. Shawnee Mission, Kansas: Autism Asperger Publishing Co.

Ozonoff, S., Dawson, G., McPortland, J. (2002). A Parent’s Guide To Asperger Syndrome & High-Functioning Autism. New York, NY: The Guilford Press.

Schnurr, R. G., (1999). Asperger’s Huh? Canada: Anisor Publishing (www.futurehorizons-autism.com).

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Autism:

Amenta III, C. A., (1992). Russell Is Extra Special. New York, NY: Magination Press. 

Cohen, D.J., and Volkmar, F. R. (1997). Handbook of Autism and Pervasive Developmental Disorders: Second Edition. Canada: John Wiley & Sons.

Collins, A. W., & S. J. (2002). Autism Now What? Stratham, NH: PhatArt 4.  

Grandin, T. (1986). Emergence Labeled Autistic. Novato, CA: Arena Press.

Hart, C. A. (1993). A Parent’s Guide To Autism. New York, NY: Pocket Books.  

Katz, I., and Ritvo, E., M.D. (1993). Joey and Sam. Northridge, CA: Real Like Story Books.

Powers, M.D. (2000). Children with Autism: A Parents’ Guide. Woodbine House.

Schopler, E. (1995). Parent Survival Manual: A Guide to Crisis Resolution in Autism and Related Developmental Disorders. New York: Plenum Press.

Simmons, K.L. Little Rainman. Arlington, TX: Future Horizons, Inc.

Wetherby, A.M., Prizant, B. M. (2000).  Autism Spectrum Disorders. Baltimore, Maryland: Paul H. Brookes Publishing Co.

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Behavior:

Buschbacher, P. & Fox, L. Understanding and Intervening with the Challenging Behavior of Young Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Language, Speech and Hearing Services in the Schools, 34 (3), 217-227.

Carr, E.G., et al. (1994) Communication-based Interventions for Problem Behavior: A user’s guidefor producing behavior change. Baltimore, MD: Paul H.Brooks.

Fouse, B. & Wheeler, M., (1997). A Treasure Chest of Behavioral Strategies for Individuals with Autism. Arlington, Texas: Future Horizons, Inc.(www.futurehorizons-autism.com)

Fox, L., Dunlap, G., & Buschbacher, P. (2000). Understanding and Intervening with Children’sChallenging Behavior: A comprehensive approach. In Wetherby, A.M. and Prizant, Barry M. (2000).Autism Spectrum Disorders. Baltimore, Maryland: Paul H. Brookes Publishing Co, 307-329.

Gallagher, T.M. (1999). Interrelationships Among Children’s Language, Behavior, and EmotionalProblems. Topics in Language Disorders, 19 (2), 1-15.

Hogdon, L.A. (1999). Solving Behavior Problems in Autism. Troy, Michigan: QuirkRoberts Publishing.

Moyes, R.A., (2002).  Addressing the Challenging Behavior of Children with High- Functioning Autism/Asperger Syndrome. England: Jessica Kingsley Publishers Ltd.

O’Neill, R. E., et al. (1997).Functional Assessment and Program Development for Problem Behavior: A practical handbook. California: Brooks/Cole Publishing Co.

Reichle, J. & Wacker, D.P., Eds. (1993). Communicative Alternatives to Challenging Behavior: Integrating functional assessment and intervention strategies. Baltimore: Paul H. Brookes.

Wickstrom-Kane, S. & Goldstein, H. (1999).Communication assessment and intervention to address challenging behavior in toddlers. Topics in Language Disorders. 19 (2), 70-89.

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Communication:

Bondy, A. and Frost, L. (2002). A Picture's Worth: PECS and other visual communication strategies in autism. Topics in Autism. Bethesda, MD: Woodbine House Pub.

Freeman, S., & Dake, L. (1997). Teach Me Language. Langley, B.C. Canada: SKF Books.

Hodgdon, L. (1995). Visual Strategies for Improving Communication: Practical supports for schooland home. Troy, MI: Quirk Roberts.

Quill, K.A. (Ed.) (1995).Teaching Children with Autism: Strategies to enhance communication and socialization.Albany, NY: Delmar Publishers.

Schopler, E. & Mesibov, G.B. (1985). Communication Problems in Autism. New York, NY: Plenum Press.

Watson, L.R., Lord, C., Schaffer, B., & Schopler, E. (1989). Teaching Spontaneous Communication to Autistic and Developmentally Handicapped Children. New York: Irvington Publishers, Inc.

Wetherby, A.M. (1992).Communication and Language Intervention for Preschool Children. Buffalo, NY: Educom Associates, Inc.

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IEP Development/Advocacy:

Bateman, B. & Herr, C. (2003). Writing Measurable IEP Goals and Objectives. Verona, WS: Attainment Company.

National Research Council (2001). Educating Children with Autism. National Academy Press. www.nap.edu

Partington, J. W. and Sundberg, M. L. (1998). The Assessment of Basic Language and Learning Skills (The ABLLS). Pleasant Hill, CA: Behavior Analysts, Inc.
www.behavioranalysts.com

Powers, M.D. (2000). Children with Autism:  A Parent’s Guide. Woodbine House.

Wright, P. & Wright, P. (2001). From Emotions to Advocacy: The special education survival guide. Hartfield, VA: Harbor House Law Press.

Wright, P. & Wright, P. (2003). Wrightslaw: Special education law. Hartfield, VA: Harbor House Law Press.

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Inclusion/Peer Training:

Bishop, B. (2002). My Friend with Autism. Arlington, TX: Future Horizons. www.futurehorizons-autism.com

Doyle,M. (2002). The Paraprofessional’s Guide to the Inclusive Classroom. Baltimore, Maryland: Paul H. Brookes Publishing Co.

Edwards, A. (2001). Taking Autism to School. Valley Park, MO: JayJo Books. www.jayjo.com

Kluth, P. (2003). “You’re Going to Love This Kid!” Baltimore, Maryland: Paul H. Brookes Publishing Co.

Twachtman-Cullen, D. (1998). Trevor, Trevor. Higganum, CT: Starfish Specialty Press, LLC.

Twachtman-Cullen, D. (2000). How to be a Para Pro. Higganum, CT: Starfish Specialty Press, LLC.

Wagner, S. (2002). Inclusive Programming For Middle School Students with Autism/Asperger’s Syndrome. Arlington, TX: Future Horizons Inc.

Wagner, S. (1999). Inclusive Programming For Elementary School Students with Autism. Arlington, TX: Future Horizons Inc.

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For/By individuals with ASD:

Buron, K. D. (2003). When My Autism Gets Too Big! A relaxation book for children with autism spectrum disorders. Shawnee Mission, KS: Autism Aspergers Pub.
www.asperger.net

Faherty, C. (2000). What Does It Mean To Me? Arlington, TX: Future Horizons, Inc.

Hall, K. (2001). Asperger Syndrome, the Universe and Everything. Philadelphia, PA: Jessica Kingsley Publishers.

Newport, J. & Newport, M. (2002). Autism Asperger’s & Sexuality. Arlington, TX: Future Horizons, Inc.

Newport, J. (2001). Your Life Is Not a Label: A guide to living fully with autism and asperger's syndrome. Arlington, TX: Future Horizons, Inc.

Shore, S. (2003). Beyond the Wall: Personal experiences with autism and asperger syndrome, 2nd ed. Shawnee Mission, KS: Autism Asperger’s Pub. www.asperger.net

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Social Skills:

Baker, J. (2003). Social Skills Training For Children and Adolescents with Asperger Syndrome and Social-Communication Problems. Autism Asperger Publishing: KS.

Baker, J. (2001). The Social Skills Picture Book: Teaching play, emotion, and communication to children with autism. Arlington, TX: Future Horizons.

Buron, K. D. and Curtis, M. (2003). The Incredible 5-point Scale: Assisting students with autism spectrum disorders in understanding social interactions and controlling their emotional responses. Shawnee Mission, KS: Autism Aspergers Pub. www.asperger.net

Cautela, J., & Groden, J. (1978). Relaxation: A comprehensive manual for adults, children, and children with special needs. Illinois: Research Press Co.

Gajewsksi, N., Hirn, P., & Mayo, P. Social Star: Peer interaction skills. Thinking Publications.

Gajewski, Nancy, Hirn, Polly, & Mayo, Patty. (1998). Social Skills Strategies: A social-emotional curriculum for adolescents (Book A and B). Eau Claire, Wisconsin: Thinking Publications.

Goldstein, H., Kaczmarek, L., & English, K. (2002). Promoting Social Communication. MD: Paul H. Brooks.

Gray, C. (1994). Comic Strip Conversations. Arlington, TX: Future Horizons.(www.FutureHorizons-autism.com)

Gray, C., & White, A. L. (2002). My Social Stories Book.PA: Jessica Kingsley.

Gray, C. (1994). The New Social Story Book. Arlington, TX: Future Horizons. (www.FutureHorizons-autism.com)

Gray, C. (1993). The Original Social Story Book. Arlington, TX: Future Horizons. (www.FutureHorizons-autism.com)

Kelly, A. (1996). Talkabout: A social communication skills package. UK: Speechmark Publishing. (www.speechmark.net)

Koenig, T., & Meyer, B. (1999). Caring Kids: Social skills and character education lessons. WI: Thinking Publications.

Johnson, A. & Susnik, J. (1998). Social Skills Stories: Functional picture stories for readers and nonreaders K-12. CA: Mayer-Johnson.

Mayo, Patty, & Waldo, Patti. (1994). Scripting: Social communication for adolescents. Eau Claire, Wisconsin: Thinking Publications.

Myles, B.S., Trautman, M.L., & Schelvan, R. L. The Hidden Curriculum: Practical solutions for understanding unstated rules in social situations. Shawnee Mission, KS: Autism Asperger's Pub.

Moyes, R. A. (2001). Incorporating Social Goals in the Classroom. London, UK: Jessica Kingsley Pub.

Quill, K. (2000). Do-Watch-Listen-Say: Social and communication intervention for children with autism. MD: Paul H. Brooks.

Reese, P. B. and Challenner, N. C. Autism and PDD Social Skills Lessons Series. East Moline, IL: LinguaSystems.

Winner, M. (2000). Inside Out: What makes a person with social cognitive deficits tick? San Jose, CA: Michelle Garcia Winner. (mwinner@worldnet.att.net).

Winner, Michelle Garcia. (2002). Thinking About YOU Thinking about ME. San Jose, CA: Michelle Garcia Winner, SLP.

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Teaching Strategies:

Adams, J. I. (1997). Autism-P.P.D.: More Creative Ideas. Ontario, Canada: Adams Publications.

Eckenrode, L., Fennell, P., Hearsey, K. (2003). Tasks Galore. Raleigh, NC: Tasks Galore.

Eckenrode, L., Fennell, P., Hearsey, K. (2004). Tasks Galore For the Real World. Raleigh, NC: Tasks Galore.

Kranowitz, C. S. (2003). The Out-of-Sync Child Has Fun: Activities for kids with sensory integration dysfunction. New York: Berkley Pub.

Maurice, C., Green, G., Luce, S. C. (1996). Behavioral Intervention for Young Children with Autism: A manual for parents and professionals. Austin, TX: Pro-Ed, Inc.

Maurice, C., Green, G., Foxx, R. M. (2001). Making a Difference: Behavioral Intervention for Autism. Austin, TX: Pro-ed.

Savner, J. L. (2000). Making Visual Supports. Shawnee Mission, KS: Autism Asperger Publishing Co.

TEACCH: Treatment and Education of Autistic and related Communication handicapped Children. (1996). Visually Structured Tasks. Chapel Hill, NC: Division TEACCH Administration and Research.

Wheeler, Maria. (1998). Toilet Training for Individuals with Autism & Related Disorders. Arlington, TX: Future Horizons, Inc.

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