Autism: Resource List

Books for Children

Ages 4 to 8

• Andy and His Yellow Frisbee; by Mary Thompson; Woodbine House, 1996
• Asperger's huh? A Child's Perspective; by Rosina Schnurr; Anisor, 1999
• Ian's Walk: A Story About Autism; by Laurie Lears, Karen Ritz (illustrator); Albert Whitman, 1998
• Russell is Extra Special; by Charles A. Amenta, III, M.D.; Magination Press, 1992
• Joey and Sam: A Heartwarming Storybook About Autism, A Family, and a Brother's Love; by Illana Katz; Real Life Storybooks, 1993

Ages 9 to 12

• Autism; Elaine Landau; Franklin Watts, 2001
• Autism; by Carol Baldwin; Heinemann Library, 2002
• Mori's Story: A Book About a Boy With Autism; by Zachary M. Gartenberg; Lerner Publications Co., 1998 (for siblings)

Teen

• Everything You Need to Know When a Brother or Sister Is Autistic; Marsha S. Rosenberg; Rosen Pub. Group, 1999

Books for Adults

• Activity Schedules for Children with Autism: Teaching Independent Behavior; by Lynn McClannahan; Woodbine House, 2003
• Asperger Syndrome and Adolescence: Helping Preteens and Teens Get Ready for the Real World; by Teresa Bolick; Fair Winds Press, 2001
• Asperger Syndrome and Difficult Moments: Practical Solutions for Tantrums, Rage and Meltdown; by Brenda Smith Myles; Autism Asperger Pub. Co.; 1999
• Behavioral Intervention for Young Children With Autism: A Manual for Parents and Professionals; by Catherine Maurice; Pro-Ed, 1996
• Children With Autism: A Parent's Guide; by Michael D. Powers; Woodbine House, 2000
• Caring for a Child with Autism: a Practical Guide for Parents; by Martine Ives; Jessica Kingsley Publ, 2002
• Challenging Behaviour and Autism: Making Sense -- Making Progress; by Philip Whitaker; Autism Asperger Publ, 2002
• Exceptional Parent Magazine, call 1-877-372-7368
• Helping Children with Autism Learn: A Guide to Treatment Approaches for Parents and Professionals; by Bryna Siegel; Oxford University Press, 2003
• Reaching Out, Joining In: Teaching Social Skills to Young Children with Autism; by Mary Jane Weiss; Woodbine House, 2001
• Right From the Start: Behavioral Intervention for Young Children With Autism: A Guide for Parents and Professionals; by Sandra Harris; Woodbine House, 1998
• The Autistic Spectrum: a Parents' Guide to Understanding and Helping Your Child; by Lorna Wing ; Ulysses Press, 2001
• Toilet Training for Individuals With Autism & Related Disorders: A Comprehensive Guide for Parents & Teachers; by Maria Wheeler; Future Horizons, 1998
• A Treasure Chest of Behavioral Strategies for Individuals With Autism; by Beth Fouse; Future Horizons, 1997

Other Resources

Autism Society of America
7910 Woodmont Ave. Ste. 650
Bethesda, MD
800-328-8476
http://www.autism-society.org

National Autism Hotline/Autism Services Center
605 Ninth St., Prichland Bldg.
Huntington, WV 25710
304-525-8014