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BESTSELLERS FROM TOP EXPERT PAULA KLUTH

BESTSELLER!

“You’re Going to Love This Kid!“

By Paula Kluth, Ph.D.

“Solid, practical, and realistic ideas…uplifting and extremely positive.“ —Cathy Pratt, Director, Indiana Resource Center for Autism

Thousands of educators have turned to “You’re Going to Love This Kid!“: the ultimate practical guide to including students with autism, teaching them effectively and sensitively, and appreciating the gifts they bring to the classroom. Popular autism expert Paula Kluth packed this bestselling book with ready-to-use tips, first-person stories, and dozens of photocopiable forms and planning tools that make her suggestions easy to implement. A book to keep forever for creative ideas and inspiration!

LEARN HOW TO: Create a comfortable classroom • Plan challenging and multidimensional lessons • Adapt the curriculum and the physical environment • Foster friendships • Build communication skills • Connect with families • and more

$36.95 | Stock #: 20202-70793 | 2010 | 368 pages | 8 ½ x 11 | layflat paperback | ISBN 978-1-59857-079-3

Just Give Him the Whale! By Paula Kluth, Ph.D., & Patrick Schwarz, Ph.D.

Discover a powerful new way to think about students’ “obsessions”: as positive teaching tools that help students learn standards-based academic content, develop social connections, minimize anxiety, and much more.

$19.95 | Stock #: 20202-69605 | 2008 | 160 pages | 8 ½ x 11 | paperback | ISBN 978-1-55766-960-5 Pedro's Whale By Paula Kluth, Ph.D., & Patrick Schwarz, Ph.D.

Illustrated by Justin Canha

Based on the real event behind “Just Give Him the Whale!,“ this illustrated book tells the simple but powerful story of a teacher incorporating a young boy’s special interest into the whole curriculum.

$18.95 | Stock #: 20202-71608 | 2010 | 32 pages | 8 x 8 | hardcover | full-color | illus. | ISBN 978-1-59857-160-8

Restore the Respect By Ondine Gross, M.S., Ed.M.

“Incorporates humor and a lifetime of public school experiences to share ways to use mediation.“ —Linda Sloat, University of Illinois at

Urbana-Champaign

$34.95 | Stock #: 20202-79420 | 2016 | 256 pages | 7 x 10 | paperback | ISBN 978-1-59857-942-0

The Teacher’s Pocket Guide for Effective Classroom Management Second Edition

By Tim Knoster, Ed.D. “Masterfully translates research on effective practices into accessible language.“ —Linda M. Bambara, Ed.D., Lehigh University

$24.95 | Stock #: 20202-74029 | 2014 | 152 pages | 5 ½ x 8 ¼ | paperback ISBN 978-1-59857-402-9

ABA for SLPs Interprofessional Collaboration for Autism Support Teams

Edited by Joanne E. Gerenser, Ph.D., & Mareile A. Koenig, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, BCBA

To help ensure the best outcomes for learners with autism spectrum disorder, speech-language pathologists (SLPs) and behavior analysts (BAs) need to work together to support positive behavior and effective communication. This book provides SLPs with a clearer understanding of applied behavior analysis (ABA)—and bridges the gap between the two fields with a comprehensive plan for collaboration.

READ THIS BOOK TO:

Discover why SLPs should collaborate with behavior analysts—and get practical strategies for connecting with BAs and learning from their expertise Master ABA fundamentals, including key terminology, core teaching components, and data collection methods Apply the interprofessional education and interprofessional practice model (IPE/IPP)—widely used in health care and education—to collaboration with BAs Get step-by-step guidance on using ABA-based interventions, including the analysis of verbal behavior, Pivotal Response Treatment, and Incidental Teaching Learn how to integrate ABA with speech-language pathology in critical areas, including assessment, goal-setting, and behavior intervention

STUDENT-FRIENDLY FEATURES: Learning objectives, reflection questions, vignettes, and a helpful glossary.

BESTSELLER!

DVD

CD-ROM The SCERTS ® Model A Comprehensive Educational Approach for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders

By Barry M. Prizant, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, Amy M. Wetherby, Ph.D., CCCSLP, Emily Rubin, M.S., CCC-SLP, Amy C. Laurent, Ed.M., OTR/L, & Patrick J. Rydell, Ed.D., CCC-SLP

“The most comprehensive, well-researched approach accounting for all areas of development for people on the autism spectrum I have ever seen.“—Stephen Shore, Executive Director, Autism Spectrum Disorder Consulting

With this systematic yet flexible approach, you’ll partner with families to promote children’s progress in three domains: Social Communication, Emotional Regulation, and Transactional Support.

MANUAL (two volumes) VOLUME I: Assessment Find specific goals and objectives for each of the three SCERTS ® components; discover how to use the model in educational settings; and get a helpful, detailed listing of developmental milestones to look for. Assessment report and observation forms are included. VOLUME II: Intervention Learn how to set social communication and emotional regulation goals, choose meaningful and purposeful activities, implement supports along the way, and link all three SCERTS components during program planning. Forms are included to help with intervention planning.

DVD 100+ minutes of affordable professional development! See strategies in action through clips of children with ASD and interviews with educators, parents, and other experts.

EASY-SCORE™ CD-ROM Automated scoring and printable forms help you use the system fully and consistently.

Manual—$124.95 | Stock #: 20202-68189 | 2006 Vol. I: 344 pages | Vol. II: 400 pages | 8 ½ x 11 | layflat paperback | ISBN 978-1-55766-818-9 DVD—$279.00 | Stock #: 20202-68509 | 2005 | 106 minutes | ISBN 978-1-55766-850-9 Easy-Score™ CD-ROM—$249.95 | Stock #: 20202-71080 | 2010 | ISBN 978-1-59857-108-0

SCERTS® is a registered trademark of Barry M. Prizant, Amy M. Wetherby, Emily B. Rubin, and Amy C. Laurent. Easy-Score™ is a trademark of Paul H. Brookes Publishing Co., Inc.

Naturalistic Developmental Behavioral Interventions for Autism Spectrum Disorder Edited by Yvonne Bruinsma, Ph.D., Mendy B. Minjarez, Ph.D., Laura Schreibman, Ph.D., & Aubyn C. Stahmer, Ph.D. “A call to action that operationalizes an empathic approach to each child…can lead the field toward more humane and effective care.“—Joshua D. Feder, M.D., Editor in Chief, The Carlat

Child Psychiatry Report

Prepare autism professionals for success in the field with this essential textbook, the first comprehensive introduction to Naturalistic Developmental Behavioral Interventions. Your students will get a detailed overview of NDBI; learn how to identify quality indicators of NDBI programs; explore proven NDBI models; use NDBI strategies to support children’s behavior, communication, social competence, and play skills; and more. Companion materials include downloadable versions of the datasheets, sample syllabi, PowerPoint decks, and a multiple-choice test bank.

$74.95 | Stock #: 20202-52049 | 2020 | 464 pages | 7 x 10 | paperback | ISBN 978-1-68125-204-9

Floortime Strategies to Promote Development in Children and Teens

A User’s Guide to the DIR ® Model

By Andrea Davis, Ph.D., Lahela Isaacson, M.S., & Michelle Harwell, M.S.

DIRFloortime® is a highly effective model for supporting children and adolescents with autism and other developmental disorders. In this book, certified DIRFloortime® experts break down this approach into a curriculum of simple, sequenced strategies you can use to help young people with social, emotional, and cognitive challenges develop new capacities. Covers attention, social problem solving, empathy, and more.

$29.95 | Stock #: 20202-77341 | 2014 | 224 pages | 8 ½ x 11 | layflat paperback | ISBN 978-1-59857-734-1

Includes a revised assessment & intervention planning tool!

DO-WATCH-LISTEN-SAY Social and Communication Intervention for Autism Spectrum Disorder, Second Edition

By Kathleen Ann Quill, Ed.D., BCBA-D, & L. Lynn Stansberry Brusnahan, Ph.D.

“Simply brilliant!“ —Brenda Myles, Ph.D., University of Kansas

Trusted for more than 15 years, the groundbreaking DO-WATCH-LISTEN-SAY has revolutionized social and communication intervention for children ages 3 to 18 with autism spectrum disorder. The second edition has been reimagined and expanded for the next generation of children and support teams. In one comprehensive volume, you’ll have everything you need to conduct effective assessment, set goals and objectives for the child, plan interventions, ensure generalization of skills, and monitor progress.

WHAT’S NEW: • Expanded and revised assessment and intervention planning tool • 29 printable sheets with ideas for fun activities • The very latest evidence-based practices and intervention approaches • Guidance on prioritizing goals and linking them to assessment • New progress monitoring chapter that includes a data collection toolkit • and more!

$69.95 | Stock #: 20202-79802 | 2017 | 440 pages | 8 ½ x 11 | paperback with CD-ROM | ISBN 978-1-59857-980-2

Pivotal Response Treatment for Autism Spectrum Disorders Second Edition

The PRT Pocket Guide

Edited by Robert L. Koegel, Ph.D., & Lynn Kern Koegel, Ph.D.

One of the most respected and widely used autism interventions, Pivotal Response Treatment (PRT) uses natural learning opportunities to modify key behaviors in children—leading to widespread positive effects on communication, behavior, and social skills. Master PRT with these two essential resources from pioneering experts Robert L. Koegel & Lynn Kern Koegel.

The second edition of Pivotal Response Treatment for Autism Spectrum Disorders is a comprehensive, up-to-date guide to this research-based approach, reworked and revised for today’s therapists, educators, and parents. The book is organized by developmental stage, so you can help children from the cradle to college—and beyond. Each chapter features learning goals, key insights to remember, and helpful study questions (also available online to download and print).

And for the most reader-friendly PRT introduction available, get The PRT Pocket Guide, a great resource for parents and for introductory training sessions. The Koegels demystify the PRT approach and give you practical, down-to-earth guidance on motivating children with natural reinforcers, encouraging social initiations, assessing children in natural environments, and more.

Pivotal Response Treatment for Autism Spectrum Disorders: $49.95 | Stock #: 20202-52964 | 2019 | 304 pages | 7 x 10 | paperback | ISBN 978-1-68125-296-4

The PRT Pocket Guide: $24.95 | Stock #: 20202-71059 | 2012 | 216 pages | 5 ½ x 8 ¼ | paperback | ISBN 978-1-59857-105-9

Facilitating Evidence-Based Practice for Students with ASD By Christina R. Carnahan, Ed.D., & K. Alisa Lowrey, Ph.D. . “An incredible resource.“—

James Basham, University of Kansas, co-founder of the UDL-IRN

Support better outcomes for students with ASD with this user-friendly roadmap for assessing teachers’ instruction and implementing evidence-based teaching practices. The heart of this unique resource is an efficient Classroom Observation Tool created by the authors (in collaboration with classroom teachers and administrators). After uncovering students’ strengths and needs with the tool, use the practical guidelines and strategies in the book to develop effective instruction for students with ASD at the classroom, school, and district levels.

$34.95 | Stock #: 20202-79413 | 2018 | 144 pages | 8 ½ x 11 | paperback | ISBN 978-1-59857-941-3 Behavior Support for Students With ASD By Debra Leach, Ed.D., BCBA “A practical, user-friendly guide…I highly recommend it.“—Lynn Koegel,

Stanford School of Medicine

Discover how to address ten of the most common classroom behavior challenges in Grades K–12—from following directions to handling transitions— with skill, insight, and compassion. For each of the ten behaviors, you’ll get a dedicated chapter on how to • Understand the academic, social, cognitive, and physical challenges that may contribute to each behavior. • Assess behavior with an easy-to-use FBA checklist, plus classroom examples and helpful tips. • Support positive behavior with research-based strategies, brought to life with vignettes and sample intervention plans.

$39.95 | Stock #: 20202-51998 | 2018 | 256 pages | 8 ½ x 11 | paperback | ISBN 978-1-68125-199-8

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