100 Things for little children to do on a Journey

Catriona Clarke

50 Cards with simple activities to keep young children occupied on long journeys. Includes games, puzzles and quizzes using everyday objects found inside the vehicle or seen out the window. Includes a special pen to write on the wipe-clean cards > equally useful for rainy days, for those in bed in hospital etc

2009

Ages: 3 -

$16.95

30 Easy things to Cook and Eat

Rebecca Gilpin

30 simple and delicious recipes including pancakes, easy pizzas and crusty apple pies. For each recipe there is a photograph of the finished result, an ingredients list and clear-step-by-step instructions The Spiral binding ,makes it easy to use without losing favorite recipes. A inexpensive introductory text to get children interested in preparing food.

Ages: -

$16.95

AquaDoodle Jumbo Mat 91.4 x 91.4 cm

No Ink! No Paints! No Mess! Doodle over and over again. Color appears when water touches the mat! Just add water and doodle away! Includes 1 large 91.4cm x 91.4cm Magic Doodle Mat and 2 Magic Water Pen. No Batteries Required.

Ages: 2 -

$54.00

Aquadoodle Travel Mat

1 Foldablew mat and pen Children can doodle, draw and create endless art on the erasable aqua doodle mat. The pen only draws with water no ink, mess or chemicals.

2010

Ages: 2 -

$30.00

Autistic Spectrum Disorders in the Early Years

Lynn Plimley, Maggie Bowen, Hugh Morgan

Autistic Spectrum Disorders in the Early Years provides information on the services that are available for children from birth to five years and addresses issues related to identification, assessment, teaching and learning, and family support. Illustrated with case studies provided by parents and practitioners, this resource covers: The Code of Practice for SEN & the SEN and Disability Discrimination Act Identification of children s learning and assessment needs Examples of positive multi-agency practice and collaboration Effective partnerships with parents Social skills and behavior Alternative intervention and home based programs Transition from pre-school to kindergarten This book is ideal for preschool playgroup and nursery staff, child care providers, and parents.

2007

Ages: -

$45.00

Basic skill development Gross Motor Play cards 15 Game Cards plus 6 information cards

Each DbD Play Pack offers 15 great skill-based game cards and 6 information cards. The games use readily available supplies and can be easily adjusted for a range of ages and abilities. Games are intended to encourage social interaction between children as well as between adults and children. Play Packs are perfect for parents, caregivers, teachers and other professionals.

Ages: 3 - 12

$23.95

Behavior Has Meaning -- Wheel Sets

These wheels on challenging behaviors offer a 3-step approach to understand and manage behaviors such as biting and tantrums effectively.

2010

Ages: -

$75.00

Bendaroos Activity/ Pack 4 Templates 2072

90951

Magical, flexible building sticks you can twist and bend to make tigers, seals, clownfish and so much more. Stick Bendaroos to any surface and they'll hold their shape Simply unbend them to re-use again and again for endless creative fun with no stains and no mess. Comes with 170 coloured Bendaroos, 2 double-sided templates and Instruction Booklet
Activity themes may vary.

2010

Ages: -

$19.00

Bendaroos Mega Pack

90952

Mould and sculpt amazing creations using Bendaroos(tm) flexible building sticks. Bend and join any colour sticks into shape to create all sorts of objects or simply decorate anything around the home!
Bendaroos(tm) are a super-strong string (that look like a stick) covered in a special wax, which means children can build, draw, decorate and transform ordinary objects into incredibly fun toys. They bend into any shape you like and stick together once applied. No glue. No Stains. No mess. And the effects and colours are amazing!
Contents: 400 Bendaroos(tm) (12 Colours), 2 Double-Sided Templates, 1 Cut'N Join Tool & 1 Instruction Booklet.

Ages: -

$42.00

Bendaroos Stix Creativity Centre

90953

Mould and sculpt amazing creations using Bendaroos(tm) flexible building sticks. Bend and join any colour sticks into shape to create all sorts of objects or simply decorate anything around the home!
Bendaroos(tm) are a super-strong string (that look like a stick) covered in a special wax, which means children can build, draw, decorate and transform ordinary objects into incredibly fun toys. They bend into any shape you like and stick together once applied. No glue. No Stains. No mess. And the effects and colours are amazing!
Contents: 100 bendaroos, 3 shape making tools, 2 armatures, scissors, storage, and display case for bendaroos, instruction booklet for 2D and 3D creations

2010

Ages: -

$48.00

Building Blocks for Teaching Preschoolers with Special Needs, Second Edition with CDRom

Susan Sandall, Ilene Schwartz

An invaluable resource for students who are learning to be educators of young children ... will assist them in providing differentiated instruction to young students with all types of special needs in home-based, community-based, and inclusive center-based programs.

2008

Ages: 0 -

$132.00

Can t You See I m Sensational Understanding the way children learn, behave and play

Kate Pascale

Are you puzzled by the behaviour of some of the children you work with Parents, teachers, preschool and child care staff and health professionals each bring a unique and valuable set of skills to a child and his or her family. At times it can be frustrating and tiring to work with children who are fidgety, easily distracted, messy, clumsy and disruptive to others. It can also be difficult to support these children and their families to manage their challenging behaviours at home and in the community. Understanding where to go, who to ask and how to access further advice or support is often complex for professionals and families alike. This resource has been developed to support you in your role, encourage you to think differently about childrens behaviour, and to give you another set of tools for your professional toolbox.

2010

Ages: -

$115.00

Chair Wooden Toddler size

171744

53cm high( Total chair height) 28.5 long, 26,5 cm wide. Measure the distance from your childs back of knee to the floor to assess the correct height. See also Postura Chairs for different sizes.

2010

Ages: -

$39.00

Challenging Kids Challenged Teachers Teaching Students Tourette's Bipolar DisorderExec DUE June

Leslie E. Packer,

Written for educators, parents and healthcare professionals, CHALLENGING KIDS, CHALLENGED TEACHERS looks at the approximately 70 to 90% of children seen in clinics who turn out to have one or more neurological disorder. The authors, a psychologist and educational therapist, draw on their extensive experience to describe the cardinal features of 16 related neurological conditions listed below and their educational and academic impact. CHALLENGING KIDS, CHALLENGED TEACHERS alerts readers to conditions that can occur together and offers concrete advice about dealing with their symptoms in the classroom.

2010

Ages: -

$49.00

Childhood Speech, Language and Listening Problems What Every Parent should know 2nd Ed

Patricia McAleer Hamaguchi

Designed for parents who suspect their child may have some type of communication problem. Explains what is considered normal for a child's development then describes symptoms of various common disorders. Demonstrates how to distinguish between a problem that will probably be outgrown, from one that requires outside help. Also explains how to get help, what tests are likely to be done and how to understand the diagnosis. Includes activities parents can do with their children at home to help them progress.

2001

Ages: -

$22.95

Children With Special Needs in Early Childhood Settings, 1st Edition

This resource covers the spectrum of conditions, disabilities, syndromes and other types of developmental differences that teachers and caregivers may encounter in children from infancy through age eight. For each disability or condition, a very concise definition is presented in straightforward language. Following the definition is a wealth of information in an easy-to-follow column format.

2004

Ages: -

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Creating Inclusive Learning Environments for Young Children What to Do on Monday Morning

Clarissa A. Willis

Research based techniques to help all children thrive in early childhood settings More and more frequently, early childhood educators teach children with special needs, yet few have the necessary background knowledge and experiences to meet the challenge of teaching in an inclusive classroom. Creating Inclusive Learning Environments for Young Children gives teachers targeted information, strategies, and activities to address the learning needs of all children, including those at risk. The author provides in depth information on a variety of disabilities, including autism, vision and hearing loss, communication delays, and sensory integration disorders.

2009

Ages: -

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Disorders of Behavior and Emotional Regulation in the First Years of Life

Mechthild Papousek, Michael Schieche, Harald Wurmser

Presented here for the first time in English, this book provides a scientifically proven demonstration of how to help families struggling with common and behavioral disorders. Contains numerous case studies and describes scientific and clinical evidence on topics such as excessive crying, sleeping and feeding disorders, and failure to thrive.

2010

Ages: -

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Early Articulation Book for Cleft Palate Speech Chippy Has a Birthday

Kristi Chamberlain

Chippy Has a Birthday is the first book in this series designed for children who have a repaired cleft palate and limited intelligibility due to compensatory errors. Children learn to use oral airflow for speech production as they perform the same tasks as Chippy, the main character. Although research indicates that blowing exercises do not increase muscle function of the soft palate, blowing tasks that are quickly transitioned into sound productions can be helpful

2009

Ages: 2 - 7

$30.80

Early Articulation Book for Cleft Palate Speech Chippy Makes New Friends

Kristi Chamberlain

Chippy Makes New Friends is the fifth book in this series designed for children who have a repaired cleft palate and limited intelligibility due to compensatory errors. This book targets the /t/ and /d/ sounds which require oral pressure to produce a burst of air.

2009

Ages: 2 - 7

$30.80

Early Articulation Book for Cleft Palate Speech Chippy Plays School

Kristi Chamberlain

Chippy Plays School is the second book in this series designed for children who have a repaired cleft palate and limited intelligibility due to compensatory errors. The purpose of the book is to use oral airflow, which was taught in Chippy Has a Birthday, to produce the /h/ sound. Correct production of the /h/ sound is important because it keeps the vocal folds from coming together to create a glottal stop - a common compensatory error for children with cleft palate.

2009

Ages: 2 - 7

$30.00

Early Articulation Book for Cleft Palate Speech Chippy Plays with Cars

Kristi Chamberlain

This is the third book in this series designed for children who have a repaired cleft palate and limited intelligibility due to compensatory errors. Chippy Plays with Cars builds on the skills learned in the first two books in the series, using adequate oral airflow to make the /f/ and /v/ sounds. Correct production of /f/ and /v/ brings articulation to the front of the mouth and helps prevent the production of glottal stops.

2009

Ages: 2 - 7

$30.80

Early Articulation Book for Cleft Palate Speech Chippy Pops Bubbles

Kristi Chamberlain

Chippy Pops Bubbles is the fourth book in this series designed for children who have a repaired cleft palate and limited intelligibility due to compensatory errors. This book teaches the child to build up and occlude pressure in the oral cavity and release airflow out of the mouth with a burst of air. This new skill transitions to the production of /p/ and /b/.

2009

Ages: 2 - 7

$30.80

Early Articulation Books for Cleft Palate Speech 6 - Book Set

Kristi Chamberlain

These books are designed for a child who has a repaired cleft palate and limited intelligibility due to compensatory errors. The books are organized in a specific order to help direct the course of therapy. Clinician's notes are provided in each story to more fully explain therapy techniques, troubleshoot potential problems, and give tips for successful sound production. Activities to reinforce the target skills are listed on the last page of each book. The captivating illustrations help children visualize the skills as they learn.

2009

Ages: 2 - 7

$190.30

Early Phonological Awareness Stories Casey Cat

Pat Tulloss

Use these books to treat foundational language and phonological awareness skills-rhyming and alliteration.
The adorable primary characters in each book, instill a love of sound play and enthusiasm for early reading. All five stories in a book share the same chorus at the end of each verse, which reinforces:
- Rhyming and alliteration skills
- Speech sound awareness through auditory bombardment
- Student participation and print awareness during shared reading

2009

Ages: 3 - 7

$39.40

Early Phonological Awareness Stories - Fifi Firefly

Pat Tulloss

Use these books to treat foundational language and phonological awareness skills-rhyming and alliteration.
The adorable primary characters in each book, instill a love of sound play and enthusiasm for early reading. All five stories in a book share the same chorus at the end of each verse, which reinforces:
- Rhyming and alliteration skills
- Speech sound awareness through auditory bombardment
- Student participation and print awareness during shared reading

2009

Ages: -

$39.40

Early Phonological Awareness Stories - Poppi Porcupine

Pat Tulloss

Use these books to treat foundational language and phonological awareness skills-rhyming and alliteration.
The adorable primary characters in each book, instill a love of sound play and enthusiasm for early reading. All five stories in a book share the same chorus at the end of each verse, which reinforces:
- Rhyming and alliteration skills
- Speech sound awareness through auditory bombardment
- Student participation and print awareness during shared reading

2009

Ages: 3 - 7

$39.40

Early Start Giant Woody Crayons

Quality binders allow pigments to go down smoothly and easily. The wood casing around the crayon helps prevent breakage and allows the crayon to last longer, while keeping little hands clean. Chunky style allows for good grip in small hands.

2010

Ages: 2 -

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Early Start Bubblegum Paint Brushes

Specially designed for 2 to 4 year olds. Tin contains 40 brushes in a variety of colours: Orange Sherbet, Grape, Watermelon, Mint and Blue Heaven. Rounded, wooden handle shape provides an easy grip for little hands.

Ages: 2 - 4

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Early Start Mega easy wash Oil Pastels

Super-sized oil pastels that are double the thickness and contain strong, vibrant pigments. Pack of 12, individually wrapped, washable and non-toxic. Size: 7cm(L) x 1.7cm(D).

2010

Ages: 3 -

$9.50

Eggspressions Game and Scambled Feeling Book

270629

This wooden toy is perfect for developing hand-eye co-ordination, language development, recognition of colour size and shape and self expression and understanding. Eggspressions allows children the opportunity for role-play and a way to understand and express their feelings. Includes a storybook and a set of six expressive wooden eggs (Happy, Sad, Angry, Excited, Afraid, and Shy). Eggs measure 6cm.

2010

Ages: 2 -

$38.00

Finish Boxes Shoebox size

Ages: -

$12.00

Finish Fabric Black and White 1 meter

Ages: -

$15.00

First Cooking Activity Book Fantastic Step by Step Ideas with free recipe and menu cards

It's time to get your child cooking with these fun step-by-step ideas and easy-to-follow tasty recipes. Help them serve up all sorts of delicious food to eat from scrumptious biscuits, to a super spud potato feast and mouthwatering pizzas for tea. Then use the FREE menu and recipe cards to make impressive feasts for the family. Plus, spiral binding means it's easy for them to keep their page and bake. Have fun cooking together and fill your tummies with these fantastic tasty treats. Introducing kids to the processes of making amusing/entertaining food.

Ages: -

$19.95

First Time Starting Preschool

The First Time series addresses situations that often make children feel anxious and uncertain. The stories are designed to help parents and carers reassure young children by depicting realistic examples and providing topics for discussion. By taking the mystery out of first-time experiences, these books will help young children to face new situations in their lives. Contains stickers and certificates.

Ages: -

$12.95

Foucusing on PeersThe Importance of Relationships in the Early Years

Donna Sasse Wittmer

This unique book presents a state-of-the-art research review on the development of infant and toddler relationships. Author Donna S. Wittmer provides empowering information for improving the way early childhood professionals and caregivers support children's social and emotional intelligence. Her insight offers professionals a fresh perspective on the social rules of play, conflict, individual differences, temperament, aggression, and family dynamics. Focusing on Peers is designed as an educational and practical resource for professionals who work with infants, toddlers, and their families.

2010

Ages: -

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Gravity Pulls You In Perspectives on Parenting Children on the Autism Spectrum

Kyra Anderson

Mothers and fathers raising children on the autism spectrum explore their lives in the context of autisms gravity, discovering whats important and what they find centering View the universe of autism its marvels, chaos, and life changing impacts through the eyes of the contributors to Gravity Pulls You In. In 33 essays and poems, mothers and fathers raising children on the autism spectrum explore their lives in the context of autisms gravity, discovering whats important and what they find centering.

2010

Ages: -

$35.00

Home Program Instruction Sheets for Infants and Children: Reproducible Exercises [Ring-bound]

Lavonne Jaeger, Joan Gertz

Home Program Instruction Sheets for Infants and Young Children This manual is a must for all physical therapy practitioner treating the motor dysfunctions of children. It is a convenient source of instructional information written and illustrated specifically for parents who need to carry out a home exercise program with their child. The manual is intended to be reproduced at the clinician's discretion, to help parents remember what to do and how to do it.

Ages: -

$168.30

It's Time To start Using Your Words Storybook

Lawrence E. Shapiro

Young children accustomed to expressing themselves with tantrums, gestures, or simple silence need to learn that using their words is the best way to make their thoughts and feelings heard. This book helps kids learn to say 'please' and 'thank you' and express themselves in productive ways. Its Time to Start Using Your Words is written by child psychologist Lawrence Shapiro and includes language development information and advice for parents. Reading this book at storytime is a great way to encourage your child to communicate with words and leave crying and shyness beh

2009

Ages: 2 - 5

$12.95

It's Time to Give Up Your Pacifier

Lawrence E. Shapiro

Talking, eating, singing, and more think of all the things little ones can do without pacifiers in their mouths This book shows toddlers the benefits of becoming big kids to gently wean them off their pacifiers. Its Time to Give Up Your Pacifier is written by child psychologist Lawrence Shapiro and includes advice for parents on guiding young children through this often difficult transition. This compassionate and engaging story will help your child say bye-bye to binky once and for all.

2009

Ages: 2 - 5

$12.95

It's Time to Sit Still in Your Own Chair

Lawrence Shapiro

Talia didnt want to sit still in her chair at school, at restaurants, or at the dinner table. But then she discovered The Sit Still Game! This story, written by child psychologist Lawrence Shapiro, introduces a new game parents can use to help little ones learn to sit still anytime, anywhere. Its Time to Sit Still in Your Own Chair includes helpful advice and information for parents on guiding their young children through this often difficult transition. In a few short weeks, your child will learn to calm the urge to squirm.

2010

Ages: -

$12.95

It's Time to Sleep in Your Own Bed

Lawrence E. Shapiro

The Transition Times series offers charmingly illustrated childrens books for handling some of the major transitions of childhood. In Its Time to Sleep in Your Own Bed children learn that sleeping in their own bed makes them feel more grown up and more independent. This book includes helpful advice and tips for parents to deal with this problematic situation.

2009

Ages: 2 - 5

$12.95

Jumbo Coloured Pencils Half Length for little hands

Includes sharpener, 6 sided short pencils

Ages: 3 -

$8.05

Jumbo Triangular ECO Colour Pencils Your Childs First Pencil

The jumbo shape and shorter barrel helps little hands hold these pencils correctly, making this 12-count set perfect for the toddler artist.
The triangular shape keeps the pencils from rolling off the table. The extra thick core and jumbo pencil sharpener will keep your little artist in business!

Ages: -

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LINKing Authentic Assessment and Early Childhood Intervention Best Measures for Best Practices, Seco

Stephen J. Bagnato, Ed.D., John T. Neisworth, Ph.D., & Kristie Pretti Frontczak, Ph.D.

How can early childhood professionals make informed decisions while selecting assessment materials that meet recommended practices? Use the NEW edition of this essential reference, the only book with professional ratings and reviews of 80 authentic, widely used assessment tools for children birth to 8.

2010

Ages: -

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Magic Tent and Tunnel

DU869

An easy to assemble nylon tent set consisting of 2 tents and a bridging tunnel.

Ages: -

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Managing Family Meltdown The Low Arrousal Approach and Autism

Linda Woodcock and Andrea Page

Children and Adults on the autism spectrum may often behave in ways that cause difficulties for themselves and those who care for them. This book offers effective, long-term strategies to help resolve common challenging behaviours such as physical aggression and self-injury.

Ages: -

$28.95

Martian in the Playground: Understanding the Schoolchild with Asperger's Syndrome

Clare Sainsbury

This deceptively little book contains more truth and provides more insight into what it is like to have Asperger's Syndrome than many a weighty tome on the subject. It offers a view from the inside, but it is not yet another autobiography. Admirably and refreshingly, the author has refrained from giving an account solely based on her own experiences.

Ages: -

$44.95

Melanie, Bird with a Broken Wing A Mother's Story

Beth Harry, Ph.D.

Gripping, raw, and beautiful, this book reveals the struggles and rewards of caring for a child with severe disability and helps professionals work more sensitively and effectively with families of children with special needs. Written with grace and candor by special education professional Beth Harry, the book chronicles the life of her daughter, Melanie, who was born with a rare form of cerebral palsy and died less than 6 years later.

2010

Ages: -

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Mini ECO wax crayons set of 8

FEATURES & BENEFITS
Extra smooth, clean colour rich shades ideal for young artists.
Non-toxic food grade colours that are safe for children.
Big easy to grip round or triangular shapes assist with early grip development.

2010

Ages: -

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Motivate to Communicate 300 Games and Activities for your Child with Autism

Simone Griffin and Diane Sandler

This practical resource is brimming with exciting ideas and guidance for motivating children with autism and other communication difficulties. The clear, user-friendly format enables quick access to over 300 practical, fun-filled games and activities for developing your child's communication skills. The book suggests creative ways to use everyday toys and objects. For example, if your child likes to pop bubbles, perhaps he would also enjoy counting bubbles, catching bubbles on a wand, stomping them with his feet or even playing bubble volleyball! The innovative ideas in this book have been developed over 40 years of clinical and educational experience, and are designed to be fun for both the adult and the child. All resources mentioned in this book are readily available and can be used to advance communication skills at all levels, from reaching out for an item, to extending verbal communication. Motivate to Communicate! is perfect for supporting parents, care-givers and professionals in motivating and developing the communication skills of children on the autism spectrum.

2009

Ages: -

$29.95

Pain in Children and Adults with Developmental Disabilities

Tim F. Oberlander, M.D., & Frank J. Symons, Ph.D.

For clinicians, recognizing and correctly interpreting any patients expression of pain is a challenge but a necessity for timely and appropriate health care. If that patient has a developmental disability and self report is unavailable, that challenge is magnified. Thats why every clinician needs this landmark volume. The first to synthesize research about this critical topic, this book will help ensure that healthcare professionals are better prepared to assess and manage pain in children and adults with a range of disabilities.

2006

Ages: -

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Play Therapy for Preschool Children

Charles E Schaefer

Play Therapy for Preschool Children is a comprehensive sourcebook of play interventions for preventing and resolving the most common disorder of children ages 3 to 5 years. Leading clinicians and researchers present both the research background and recent advances in play therapy adapted for use with children who exhibit a variety of internalizing, externalizing, and developmental disorders as well as prevention programs for at-risk children.

2009

Ages: -

$130.00

Respecting Babies

Respecting Babies is a guidebook that will help parents and caregivers learn to provide support to babies and toddlers in a way that allows them to become confident explorers. Focusing on the importance of building secure relationships, this guide is easy to read and an engaging summary of the history and methods of care originally conceived by Magda Gerber, founder of the Resources for Infant Educarers (RIE) program. This book highlights key elements of the RIE program and examines how to effectively put them to use. Readers will learn about the importance of following routines, using language, and creating safe environments in order to promote a child's ability to experiment, explore, and learn.

2010

Ages: -

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Routines-Based Early Intervention Supporting Young Children and Their Families

R.A. McWilliam

Fully understand the family environment. Get to know the family by creating a helpful visual depiction of their relationships, supports, and resources.
Conduct assessment that s truly family centered. Uncover the whole familys functional needs through an indepth yet unintimidating interview about daily routines and activities.

2010

Ages: -

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Sidewalk Chalk Bucket of

MT017

Ages: -

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Sidewalk Chalk pkt 6

MT020

Ages: -

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Social Skills For Large Groups Play Pack Cards Up to 15+ Players

Each DbD Play Pack offers 15 great skill-based game cards and 6 information cards. The games use readily available supplies and can be easily adjusted for a range of ages and abilities. Games are intended to encourage social interaction between children as well as between adults and children. Play Packs are perfect for parents, caregivers, teachers and other professionals.

Ages: 3 - 12

$23.95

Social Skills for Small Groups Play Pack 15 Cards Small Group 2-8 Players

Each DbD Play Pack offers 15 great skill-based game cards and 6 information cards. The games use readily available supplies and can be easily adjusted for a range of ages and abilities. Games are intended to encourage social interaction between children as well as between adults and children. Play Packs are perfect for parents, caregivers, teachers and other professionals.

2009

Ages: 3 - 13

$23.95

Squirmy Wormy How I Learned to Help Myself

Lynda Farrington Wilson

Squirmy Wormy is a wonderful little children's book about a boy named Tyler, who has autism and SPD (Sensory Processing Disorder). Together with Tyler, the reader learns about SPD, and what everyday easy therapys he can do by himself feel better. For instance: "I feel like running really fast, run run run! Maybe I just need a s-q-u-e-e-z-e between the couch cushions like a hot dog. Whew! I feel better."
Endorsed by Dr. Temple Grandin, this book is sure to help many children, who perhaps previously did not even know they had SPD, lead calmer, richer lives.

2009

Ages: 4 - 8

$25.00

Strong Start Pre-K A Social and Emotional Learning Curriculum

Kenneth W. Merrell, Ph.D., Sara A. Whitcomb, Ed.M., & Danielle M. Parisi

Studies show that positive social emotional development is a great predictor of future academic success and the earlier children start learning critical social emotional skills, the better. That's why preschools need Strong Start Pre K a field tested, kid friendly curriculum that makes it easy to give young children a strong foundation of social emotional competence. Focused on skills young children will build on and use for the rest of their lives managing anger, being a good friend, dealing with anxiety, resolving conflicts, and more

2009

Ages: -

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Supporting the IEP Process A Facilitator's Guide

Nicholas R.M. Martin, M.A.

Positive and productive IEP meetings lay the groundwork for better student outcomes, but when team opinions clash and emotions run high, a meeting can fall apart before the child can benefit. A neutral third party facilitator can make all the difference and now theres a practical, how to guide that shows professionals how to step into this critical role.

2010

Ages: -

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Swing Supportive

TLD024

Ages: 3 -

POA

Table Wooden Round 50cm high

07542

90cm in diameter, 50cm H. Minimal assembly required.

Ages: -

$199.00

Teaching Play to Children with Autism Practical Interventions Using Identiplay Incl CDROM

Nicky Phillips, Liz Beavan

A CD-ROM is included containing the photographs, video clips and scripts to allow printing of all the materials. For children on the autistic spectrum and those with a specific communication disorder the social and emotional impairment demonstrates itself in, amongst other ways, a difficulty in learning to play and a resulting isolation from peers and their imaginative and physical world. The authors explain the function and development of play for children who develop the skills normally. Their analysis has provided a sound theoretical basis for the practical teaching programme which promotes the development and opportunity to practise the elements social skills and social understanding, imagination, rehearsal, flexibility and change, exploration.

Ages: -

$69.00

Teaching the Moving Child OT Insights That Will Transform Your K to 3 Classroom

By Sybil M. Berkey, M.S., OTR

Because sensorimotor and environmental factors have a profound effect on children's learning, every teacher should know how to weave strategies from occupational therapy into their everyday instruction. This is the guidebook K 3 teachers need to think like an OT and form effective partnerships with OTs in their schools so all students can achieve their full potential.

2009

Ages: -

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The Down Syndrome Transition Handbook Charting Your Child's Course to Adulthood

Jo Ann Simons

A veteran parent and expert on transitioning advises families on how to prepare their child with Down syndrome for independent adult life. Whether your child is in high school or an adult still living at home, this handbook outlines considerations and preparations. The Down Syndrome Transition Handbook helps parents prepare their child for independent adult life.

2010

Ages: -

$45.00

The Parent's Guide to Speech and Language Problems

Debbie Feit, Heidi M. Feldman

Your definitive guide for helping your speech impaired child cowritten by two in the trenches experts.
When a child has communication problems diagnosed or not parents are first looking for a place to go for help. The Parent's Guide to Speech and Language Problems is a one-stop resource, offering not just the most up-to-date medical information but also advice and encouragement from a mom who's been there.

2007

Ages: -

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The Program Administrator's Guide to Early Childhood Special Education Leadership, Development, and

Janeen McCracken Taylor, Ph.D., James McGowan, Ph.D., & Toni Linder, Ed.D.

As more and more people become leaders in early childhood special education often without training on staff development, budgets, proposal writing, and other crucial issues they need a single resource that tells them everything they need to know. This is the only book that brings it all together Equally useful as a text for preservice professionals and a trusted go to resource for new administrators, this research based book helps readers provide strong leadership across every key aspect of program development for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.

2009

Ages: -

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The manual of Pediatric Nutrition

Twin Cities

New in paperback, some time in 2010 (also available in hardback, first published 1999)

1999

Ages: -

$82.95

Things for Boys to make and do

Fiona Watt

A fun-filled activity book packed with great projects to appeal to boys.
Activities include a Wild West 'Wanted' poster, monster hand gloves, a football door sign and a pirate ship greetings card.
Each activity is clearly illustrated with easy to follow step-by-step instructions.

2009

Ages: -

$24.00

Thinking Thera Putty 80 grm

2010

Ages: -

$7.00

Using IGDIs Monitoring Progress and Improving Intervention for Infants and Young Children

Judith Carta, Ph.D., Charles Greenwood, Ph.D., Dale Walker, Ph.D., & Jay Buzhardt, Ph.D.

As more and more early childhood programs implement response to intervention, the Individual Growth and Development Indicators (IGDIs) will be the tool of choice for fast, reliable, and ongoing progress monitoring. Thats why every program needs this book, the only quick guide to conducting the popular IGDIs accurately and efficiently.

2010

Ages: -

POA

Velcro Self Adhesive and Hook

Velcro(R) Hook and Loop - Self Adhesive: - Made of nylon hook and loop material with self-adhesive backing - Sticky back adhesive backing is not autoclavable - Readily adheres to dry, clean surfaces. Increase bond strength by softening the adhesive with a heat gun - Not recommended for use with flexible vinyls - Can be removed easily without sticky residue

Ages: -

POA

We Beehave! Stories & Activities for Social Skills Development Future Books(TM)

Naomi Schneider, Cerenity Incze

These 48 lessons on a CD-ROM are designed around evidence-based practice to help your students develop social skills in situations that can be challenging.

2009

Ages: 5 - 10

$169.40

What Every Parent Needs to Know

Margot Sunderland

The Incredible Effects of Love, Nurture and Play on Your Child's Development.
Re-writes the rule book on raising a child. Based on over 700 scientific studies into children's development, the author and child psychotherapist explains how to develop your child's potential to the full. He reveals how touch, laughter and play build emotional wellbeing for life, and also strategies for dealing with temper tantrums and tears.

2006

Ages: -

$39.95

Working with Families of Young Children with Special Needs *

Edited by R. A. McWilliam

This user-friendly book presents research-based best practices for serving families of children with special needs from birth to age 6. Expert contributors demonstrate how early intervention and early childhood special education can effectively address a wide range of family concerns, which in turn optimizes children's development and learning. Tightly edited, the volume offers indispensable tools for assessing families; identifying and capitalizing on their strengths; providing information, support, and coaching; collaborating with parents and teachers to address children's functional needs in the context of everyday routines; and coordinating care. Over a dozen reproducible checklists and forms help professionals immediately implement the techniques and strategies described.

2010

Ages: -

$53.95

Writing Board Kit with Blackboard and Whiteboard EZYwriter Angled Board

Ages: -

$79.00