<p>Teachers and parents need a practical and understandable guide as the number of students with Autism continues to increase. John Bruno and Jennifer Pontello combine their years of experience with Autism and Education to provide clear examples and strategies using actual classroom case studies. Their chapters help educators and parents understand the strengths and struggles these students have when they are processing information differently. Starting from understanding the core aspects of Autism, why difficult behavior is occurring, strategies for managing classroom behavior, and how to prevent meltdowns. The authors lead you through key elements of the IEP, how to better utilize paraprofessionals, how to set up classrooms, effective assignments and assessments, and ways to improve students' social skills. Unique to this book arespecific strategies for math, science, reading, and writing not only for the elementary grades, but including middle and secondary education settings. Parents will find this a useful resource for communicating with schools about how their student can be better accommodated and find success. Strategies for difficulties with homework time are particularly useful. Teachers and administrators looking for Professional Learning materials will appreciate the discussion questions provided at the end of each chapter to facilitate teacher book discussions, Professional Learning Communities, and teacher workshops.</p>

Solving the Autism Puzzle Piece by Piece:: Strategies for Educators and Parents

Education & Teaching

Bruno, John

Pontello, Jennifer

Schools & Teaching

Independently published

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