Full Description
Autism: Attacking Social Interaction Problems: A Therapy Manual Targeting Social Skills in Children 10-12 is designed specifically for older children 10-12 years of age and includes thirty-two age-appropriate lessons that allow the instructor the flexibility to select from three to four activities for each lesson. The AASIP program provides a comprehensive yet practical approach to teaching social communication skills across the life span to individuals with moderate to high functioning autism spectrum disorder and other disorders that result in social communication deficits. Children will enjoy engaging with their peers as they learn how to become social communicators and build their confidence.This user-friendly workbook includes eight chapters with four complete lessons in each chapter. These lessons can be easily used in school settings as well as other clinical settings. Included in this workbook are sample parent letters, teacher letters, weekly skill steps, and social skills stories to reinforce the information presented in the text as well as suggestions for extension activities.The AASIP program offers three additional books for children ages 4-9, the teen years, and a pre-vocational training manual for individuals 17 years to adulthood.
Autism: Attacking Social Interaction Problems: A Therapy Manual Targeting Social Skills in Children 4-9Autism: Attacking Social Interaction Problems: A Therapy Manual Targeting Social Skills in TeensAutism: Attacking Social Interaction Problems: A Pre-Vocational Training Manual for Ages 17+
Contents
Preface. Acknowledgments. Chapter 1. Introduction. Chapter 2. Getting Started: Creating a Program. Chapter 3. Weekly Rituals. Chapter 4. The ABCs of Life: Skills Needed for School Success:Lesson 1: Active Listening; Lesson 2: Following Directions; Lesson 3: Asking for Help; Lesson 4: Topic Maintenance. Chapter 5. Taking the First Step: Initiating Friendships: Lesson 1: Who Should Be Your Friend?; Lesson 2: Introducing Yourself; Lesson 3: Initiating/Ending a Conversation; Lesson 4: Increasing Your Circle of Friends or "No" means "No. Chapter 6. Let the Games Begin: Being a Good Sport: Lesson 1: Taking Turns; Lesson 2: Winning and Losing; Lesson 3: Asking to Play; Lesson 4: Compromising. Chapter 7. It's Raining Cats and Dogs: Figurative Language: Lesson 1: Understanding Idioms and Common Expressions; Lesson 2: Using Idiomatic Expressions; Lesson 3: Understanding Slang; Lesson 4: Understanding Words with Multiple Meanings. Chapter 8. "Grossology": Personal Hygiene: Lesson 1: Dirty Little Habits: The Unfriendly Germ; Lesson 2: First Impressions Are Lasting; Lesson 3: Clean Up Your Act: Personal Hygiene; Lesson 4: When in Doubt, Look Around You. Chapter 9. How Are You Today? Dealing with Emotions: Lesson 1: Identifying Our Emotions; Lesson 2: Evaluating the Intensity of Our Emotions; Lesson 3: Recognizing Emotions in Others; Lesson 4: The Right Emotion for the Right Situation. Chapter 10. Stranger Danger: Being Safe: Lesson 1: Who's a Stranger?; Lesson 2: Appropriate Versus Inappropriate Touching; Lesson 3: Internet Dangers; Lesson 4: Personal Safety Rules. Chapter 11. Blending In: Everyday Situations: Lesson 1: Dealing with Routines; Lesson 2: A Visit to the Doctor; Lesson 3: Quiet Times and Places; Lesson 4: A Visit to the Amusement Park. Appendix A. Sample Parent Letter. Appendix B. Sample Teacher Letter. Appendix C. Sample Data Tracking Form 1. Appendix D. Sample Data Tracking Form 2. References.
