A Different Way to Learn

Neurodiversity and Self-Directed Education

Naomi Fisher

The first book on self-directed learning for neurodivergent children by author and clinical psychologist Naomi Fisher and illustrated by Eliza Fricker.

A DIFFERENT WAY TO LEARN tomorrow?’ or asking questions, ‘Is there something you’d like better than sausages? Can I make something else for

But if I had had that, I think I would be a completely different person now. think wouldn’t have gone through all the negative experiences that did go through. Conclusion School isn’t the same for everyone. People experience things in different ways, and one person’s ideal can be another person’s torture. One person’s bright happy environment is another’s sensory overload.

We were learning passivity. It wasn’t important whether we thought we were learning or whether we found any purpose, the activity was predetermined and our task was to go through the motions as best we could.

Can’t Not Won’t

A Story About A Child Who Couldn’t Go To School

Eliza Fricker

Eliza Fricker gets it. Deceptively simple, endearing, humorous and emotional illustrations following a family managing the early stages of school avoidance are designed to help parents feel seen, and empathetic writing and guidance gives essential advice and tips on navigating school avoidance for parents and professionals alike.

‘I cannot imagine any family in this situation, who cannot recognise this painful and often harmful, journey. Beautifully conveyed in so few words. The time for change is now!’ Lisa Cherry, Researcher & Consultant in Trauma Informed System Change

‘I Can’t Go To School!’

The School Non-Attender’s Workbook

Suzy Rowland

Illustrated by Adam A. Freeman

School can be a scary place. But you’re not alone. This interactive workbook, complete with a parent’s guide and professional’s guide for teachers and therapists, will help you feel more confident about asking for help, as well as provide techniques that might make going to school easier for you.

‘A wonderful, exceptionally useful book which will I am sure, help thousands of families’ Professor Peter Fonagy OBE, Chief Executive of the Anna Freud National Centre for Children & Families d ec 2022 |

The Homunculi Approach To Social And Emotional Wellbeing 2nd Edition

A Neurodiversity-friendly CBT Programme to Build Resilience in Young People

Anne Greig and Tommy MacKay. Illustrated by Rebecca Price

The second edition of The Homunculi Approach brings the beloved world of the homunculi to the classroom. This fun CBT-based activity helps children and young people ages 7-16-years build emotional and social resilience. Includes downloadable resources, templates and videos to put the approach into practice.

Success with Sensory Supports

The ultimate guide to using sensory diets, movement breaks, and sensory circuits at school

Kim Griffin

For those looking to support children’s sensory needs in school settings, this is an essential guide to harnessing the full powers of sensory supports. Features personal anecdotes from Kim, links to further reading, reflective questions, teacher perspectives as well as practical examples, to guarantee success.