Raising a Sensory Smart Child: The Definitive Handbook for Helping Your Child with Sensory Processing Issues, Revised and Updated Edition

Raising a Sensory Smart Child: The Definitive Handbook for Helping Your Child with Sensory Processing Issues, Revised and Updated Edition

• Author: Biel, Lindsey.Peske, Nancy.
• Publisher: Penguin Books
• Pages: 512
• Publication Date: 2009
• Edition: Updated, Expanded ed.
• Binding: Paperback
• MSRP: 18
• ISBN13: 9780143115342
• ISBN: 0143115340
• Other ISBN: 9781101429365
• Other ISBN Binding: print
• Language: en
• Quality Rating: 1
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<b>BRAND NEW FOR 2018: A fully revised edition of the most comprehensive guide to sensory processing challenges</b><br><br>"At last, here are the insights and answers parents have been searching for." -Dr. Temple Grandin<br><br>For children with sensory difficulties - those who struggle process everyday sensations and exhibit unusual behaviors such as avoiding or seeking out touch, movement, sounds, and sights - this groundbreaking book is an invaluable resource. Sensory processing challenges affect all kinds of kind - from those with developmental delays, learning and attenion issues, or autism spectrum disorder to those without <i>any</i> <i>other </i>issues. Now in its third edition, <i>Raising a Sensory Smart Child</i> is even more comprehensive and helpful than ever.<br><br>In this book, you'll learn:<br><br> *How the 8 senses (yes, 8!) are supposed to work together and what happens when they don't<br> *Practical solutions for daily challenges-from brushing teeth to getting dressed to handling holiday gatherings <br>* Strategies for managing sensitivities to noise, smell textures, and more<br> *"Sensory diet" activities that help meet sensory needs, with new ideas for kids, teens, adults, and families<br>* Parenting tips for handling discipline, transitions, and behavioral issues<br> *How to practically and emotionally support children and teens with autism and sensory issues<br> * Ways to advocate for your child at school and make schools more "sensory smart"<br>*How to help your child with sensory issues use technology effectively and responsibly<br>* Ways to empower your child and teen in the world<br>* Where to get the best professional help and complementary therapies<br><br><br><br> ***WINNER of the <b>NAPPA</b> GOLD AWARD and <b>iPARENTING</b> MEDIA AWARD***