Asperkids : An Insider's Guide to Loving, Understanding, and Teaching Children with Asperger Syndrome

As a parent, a teacher and an Aspie herself, Jennifer CookO'Toole provides a unique insider's look into Aspergersyndrome. She shows how to help children on the spectrum byunderstanding how they think and exploiting their special interests topromote learning. The author discusses theory of mind, the necessityfor concrete forms of communication, and ways to inspire imaginationthrough sensorial experiences. In particular she explores the untappedpower of special interests, explaining how to harness these intereststo encourage academic, social, and emotional growth.