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"Fierce, unapologetic and joyous . . . This book is a marvel." - Jordon Steele-John, Disability Rights Advocate and Australian Senator

Growing up, Chloé Hayden felt like she'd crash-landed on an alien planet where nothing made sense. Eye contact? Small talk? And why are you people so touch-oriented? She moved between 10 schools in 8 years, struggling to become a person she believed society would accept, and was eventually diagnosed with autism and ADHD. When a life-changing group of allies showed her that different did not mean less, she learned to celebrate her true voice and find her happily ever after.

This is a moving, at times funny story of how it feels to be neurodivergent as well as a practical guide, with advice for living with meltdowns and shutdowns, tips for finding supportive communities and much more.

Whether you're neurodivergent or supporting those who are, Different, Not Less will inspire you to create a more inclusive world where everyone feels like they belong.

Get ready for a heartwarming and enlightening journey through the world of sensory differences with the highly anticipated second installment of the award-winning picture book series, Wiggles, Stomps, and Squeezes: Calming My Jitters at School. Written by Lindsey Rowe Parker, a neurodivergent mom, and beautifully illustrated by Rebecca Burgess, an autistic illustrator and advocate, this book offers a unique and profound understanding of sensory experiences that will resonate with parents, educators, and children alike.

Join the young protagonist with sensory differences as they embark on a day at school, navigating through new environments with the help of various activities that allow them to regulate their sensory needs. As you turn the pages, you'll gain invaluable insight into how sensory-sensitive children can find solace in wiggles, stomps, and squeezes, and how supportive adults can play an active role in fostering their emotional well-being.

Sonia's adventure-filled story with worry-fighting gadgets helps kids learn how to cope when it feels like everything is going wrong.

When Sonia forgets Mom's birthday, she's determined to whip up a super surprise and become Mom's hero. But her ADHD foils her best-laid plans, and her anxiety multiplies as the chaos grows. Sonia has to use all her coping skills to find a new recipe for success and become her own superhero.

Celebrating the individual strengths and special qualities of neurodivergent children, Sonia helps children with ADHD and anxiety recognize how their bodies feel when they become anxious and gives them tools to calm down with her worry-fighting gadgets. Activate Breath Blasters! Stellar Self-Talk! Senses Scanner!

A section at the back of the book includes more information on Sonia's worry-fighting gadgets for kids and tips and reminders for caring adults.

In the third edition of this popular book, the authors narrow their target to issues common to adolescents and young adults. A former AAPC Publishing title, many of the features of the original book have been maintained and information on evidence-based practice has been added. Further, a series of instructional strategies are provided that can be used to teach the hidden curriculum. Instructional aids include charts, forms, and templates designed to make the job of teaching and learning the hidden curriculum more effective.

The world around us is a complicated place filled with expectations, rules, assumptions, guidelines, regulations, and policies. Although rules and mandates, in themselves, can be complex, most of us take comfort in them - often unconsciously - because they help us to know what to do in most everyday situations. Most of us like rules if they are consistent. It is when they are unclear, are used inconsistently, or are unstated that we become upset, indignant, or confused.

We are surrounded daily by such unstated rules or expectations that make the world a confusing place. This is known as the hidden curriculum. It is important to understand that the hidden curriculum exists across environments, places, and people. The purpose of this book is to make readers aware of the hidden curriculum, its elusiveness, and its impact. Some of us require more instruction in the hidden curriculum than others. Some seem to learn the hidden curriculum or aspects of it almost automatically. Others learn the hidden curriculum only by direct instruction. And that is where this book comes in.

An achingly authentic, emotional summer romance about learning to color outside the lines.

You can't have the breakthrough without the breakdown...

No one in Spring Valley recognizes Lark Woodley anymore. They only remember who she used to be. Homecoming queen. Valedictorian. And one half of Spring Valley High's golden couple. But Lark knows that her once-perfect life wasn't really perfect. Hell, it wasn't even her. And in one evening, she lost it...and that perfect girl is gone forever.

Now Lark's trying to put the fragile pieces back together, with no idea of where to start. She's only a faint sketch of the person she was, with blurry, tentative lines--and under the constant scrutiny of her overbearing parents. The only bright spot in her life is a community art class taught by Nick Hoffman, the esoteric and unreasonably hot guy from high school. And he's not interested in a "perfect" Lark at all...

Suddenly Lark's world is taking shape and the colors are growing more vibrant, from afternoon margaritas with Southern-fried divorcées to late-night apple pie with chocolate ice cream and an increasingly spicy situationship with Nick.

But what she's found comes with a "best before summer's end" expiration date. And Lark doesn't know if she can ever truly let go of aiming for perfect...

From the creator of Finding Cooper's Voice comes a powerful memoir about motherhood and unconditional love

Now updated with an afterword from the author

Kate Swenson's oldest son, Cooper, was diagnosed with nonverbal autism when he was three years old. Kate had always dreamed of having the perfect family and wasn't prepared for raising a child with a disability. Over the years, she felt the frustration and exhaustion from having to fight for your child in a world stacked against them. But through hard work, resilience and personal growth, she learned that Cooper wasn't the one who needed to change. She was.

It was this transformation that led Kate to acceptance--and ultimately joy. Because of Cooper, Kate became the person and the mother she was truly meant to be. Now she offers support and connection to others on this path. In Forever Boy, she shares her inspiring journey with honesty and compassion, illuminating the strength and perseverance of mothers.

Does your child ever feel overwhelmed by their emotions? Are they struggling to understand and express their feelings?

"Watch me bloom when I have big feelings" is a beautifully crafted story that helps toddlers and young children navigate the complex world of emotions. This book is suitable for all children, especially those kids that need to know it's okay to have big feelings.

Imagine your child blossoming into their strongest self, no matter what challenges are thrown their way.

Meet Noah, a relatable young hero with autism, and his trusty companion, Bud the Bloom Buddy. Together, they embark on a journey through the ups and downs of everyday life, from frustrating mishaps to the joyous chaos of playgrounds. With Bud by his side, Noah finds his way, teaching us all a lesson or two about embracing our big feelings.

Inside this book, you will find:

• Relatable Storyline: Witnessing challenges and victories as told by Noah, helps every child see themselves in the narrative, understanding that their big feelings are valid and heard and they too can blossom.
• Practical Coping Strategies: Through engaging storytelling, your child will learn actionable techniques to manage their emotions-tools they can use in real-life situations.
• Championing Neurodiversity: Written by Grace Ledden, a Board Certified Behavioral Analyst, this book not only entertains but educates, fostering a world that embraces neurodiversity and every child's uniqueness.
• Loving Illustrations: Be swept away into heartwarming scenes that sprinkle a dash of playfulness and a whole lot of love on every page.Perfect for bedtime stories or classroom readings.
• Free coloring pages: Scan the included QR code with your phone to download coloring pages of your favorite characters from the books.

Whether you're a parent seeking a story that mirrors your child's experiences, a teacher aiming to foster empathy in the classroom, or simply someone who loves a heartwarming tale of friendship and growth-this book is for you.

Add to cart to join the adventure with Noah & Bud, and watch your child bloom!

Powerful CBT skills to overcome the one-two punch of adult ADHD and anxiety.

If you have attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), you may have trouble staying focused, struggle with interpersonal relationships and rejection sensitivity dysphoria (RSD), and you may have gone through your life feeling like something was "wrong" with you. Is it any wonder, then, that people with ADHD are twice as likely to also suffer from anxiety?

Dealing with just one of these conditions is enough to disrupt your life; but when they're stacked, they create their own brand of discomfort that can be nothing short of debilitating. What you need is a unified approach to managing your ADHD and anxiety. This first-of-its-kind workbook can help.

In The Adult ADHD and Anxiety Workbook, psychologist and ADHD expert Russell Ramsay offers a comprehensive approach to managing the one-two punch of ADHD and anxiety. Grounded in proven-effective cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)--the gold standard for treating anxiety--you'll find the skills you need to manage your symptoms, so you can be confident, focused, and achieve a much-needed sense of calm. Each chapter is filled with reflection exercises, self-help activities, and key reminders to keep you on track.

If you have ADHD and commonly experience feelings of anxiety, worry, or general uneasiness when facing the trials of everyday adult life, this workbook will help you take control of your symptoms, so you can not only achieve your highest aspirations, but find happiness and peace of mind as well.

Written by neurodivergent psychologists for neurodivergent readers. This empowering workbook offers self-compassion skills to help you embrace who you are and thrive.

As an autistic person or neurodivergent individual with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), you may sometimes feel as if you're living in a world that wasn't designed for you. You may have sensory sensitivities, social difficulties, struggles with executive functioning, sleep issues, depression, anxiety, burnout and meltdowns, and trauma from a lifetime of marginalization and microaggressions.

If you are struggling with your neurodivergent identity, know that you aren't alone. Whether you were diagnosed as a child or are just now realizing your difference, this workbook can help you move beyond the internalized message that there is something wrong with you, so you can embrace who you really are and manage stress before it leads to neurodivergent burnout.

The Neurodivergence Skills Workbook for Autism and ADHD offers acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) and self-compassion skills tailored to the needs of neurodiverse people--especially those with ADHD and Autism--so you can live authentically, take pride in your identity, increase overall well-being, and build meaningful connections to thrive as a neurodivergent person in the modern world.

This workbook will help you:

• Acknowledge your needs and be your own advocate
• Unmask and express your authentic self
• Reduce sensory overload and balance emotions
• Manage rejection sensitivity dysphoria (RSD) and social anxiety
• Build meaningful social connections
• Improve executive functioning to get more done
• Adjust your environment to better fit your needs

Most importantly, you'll learn to take pride in your identity. Whether you're autistic, ADHD, or both, this workbook can help you overcome self-critical thinking, advocate for yourself in effective ways, and learn practical skills to help you thrive as your authentic self.

Does your child have difficulty meeting deadlines, staying organized, or keeping track of important information? Do they tend to forget details? Are they prone to emotional meltdowns? This book will become your go-to, all-inclusive guide to helping children manage issues with these executive functions, a set of related yet distinct mental skills that allow us to stay on target as we work toward our goals.

Packed with encouragement, strategies, overviews, case studies, tips, and more, this newly revised edition offers science-based information explained in accessible, everyday language. You will find down to earth examples and a flexible framework that allows you to think on your feet and adapt the strategies to any child or situation.

In addition to providing approaches for helping your child to manage demands in the short run, this book offers strategies for building independent skills for long-term self-management. Covering what you need to know, as well as what you can do, Late, Lost, and Unprepared gives parents the support they need to help their child become productive and independent - today and in the future.

In more than 100 interviews, children and young adults reveal their personal tips and tactics for honing the creative benefits of dyslexia, enabling them to thrive in school and beyond. Strategies include ways to develop confidence and self-belief. The contributors have outlined specific approaches they feel have helped them, and others that haven't. The book contains stunning illustrations by 8-18 year olds with dyslexia.

The first-hand accounts are inspiring in the way they normalise dyslexia and reveal the many success stories. There is an additional section for professionals who work in education or special learning environments, with advice given by school students themselves.

Even the most experienced teachers often know little about the challenges their gifted and twice-exceptional students face. Misinformation abounds, and well-intentioned in-class solutions can backfire. How can teachers support the educational and social needs of these unique learners while still addressing the needs of all their other students?Kelly Hirt, a public school teacher with 25 years of experience and writer at MyTwiceBakedPotato.com, understands the frustration felt by many teachers and parents. After realizing that her own son was one of these unique learners, Hirt developed strategies that any teacher or parent can readily implement.In her new book, Boost: 12 Effective Ways to Lift Up Our Twice-Exceptional Children, Hirt outlines 12 strategies to design a supportive, safe, and encouraging learning environment for twice-exceptional students. By using Hirt's strategies, educators can better work with parents and students to create an educational experience in which all students can thrive and excel.

This ground-breaking book foregrounds the voices of autistic trans people as they speak candidly about how their autism and gender identity intersects and the impact this has on their life.

Drawing upon a wealth of interviews with transgender people on the autism spectrum, the book explores experiences of coming out, with self-discovery, healthcare, family, work, religion and community support, to help dispel common misunderstandings around gender identity and autism, whilst allowing autistic trans people to see their own neurodiverse experiences reflected in these interviews.

An incisive introduction clearly sets out up-to-date research and thinking, before each chapter draws together key findings from the interviews, along with advice and support for those providing support to autistic trans individuals. Both accessible and authoritative, Trans and Autistic is an essential publication for autistic trans people, their families, and professionals wanting to understand and support their clients better.

Ausome Girl shares the amazing world of a little girl named Camille Moultrie with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Sensory Processing Disorder. This children's story illustrates how Autism affects her and how her family, teachers, and friends support her. Ausome Girl shines a light on the characteristics of Autism while bringing awareness to the strengths that children with Autism have.

Dr. Gillian Parekh unpacks the realities of how ability and disability play out within schooling, including insights from students, teachers, and administrators about the barriers faced by students on the basis of ability. Parekh shows how ableism is inextricably linked to other forms of bias.