BOOKS
Sensory Secrets: How to Jump-Start Learning in Children: By: Catherine Chemin Schneider, O.T.R

The author is an occupational therapist with over 30 years of experience. She has written a very parent and teacher friendly book to help explain the connection between sensory motor processing/sensory integration and learning. The author explains the need for movement and sensory stimulation in order to facilitate the learning process and provides several strategies for accomplishing this at home and in school.

This is Asperger Syndrome by: Elisa Gagnon and Brenda Smith Myles.

Through brief vignettes, accompanied by cartoon-like drawings, This Is Asperger Syndrome introduces siblings, peers and other children to the everyday challenges faced by children with Asperger Syndrome at home or at school. Written for children ages 6-12, the book may be read independently by older children and serves as an excellent springboard for further discussion led by parents and teachers. A special section, "Notes on Asperger Syndrome," at the end of the book summarizes the major characteristics of Asperger Syndrome.

UPCOMING CONFERENCES
Conferences sponsored by the Autism Society of Minnesota
All Skillshop conferences are $20 for AuSM members and $35 for nonmembers
The workshops are held at 2380 Wycliff St. Suite 102, St. Paul, MN
Contact the AuSM at (651) 647-1083 or www.ausm.org for information or to register

Successful Strategies at Home with the ASD Child October 22, 2003
Gluten Free Casein Free Diets November 5, 2003
Having a Brother or Sister with Autism November 9, 2003
Toilet Training November 12, 2003
Recognizing and Responding to Sensory Needs January 7, 2004
Introduction to Relationship Development Training January 14, 2004

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