Books Recommendations

Books for Parents and Caregivers (ASD)

  • Barbera, M.L., Grandin, T. (2021). Turn Autism Around: An Action Guide for Parents of Young Children with Early Signs of Autism. Hay House, Inc.
  • Gallagher, G. (2010). Shut Up About Your Perfect Kid: A Survival Guide for Ordinary Parents of Special Children. Harmony.
  • Grandin, T. (2014). The Autistic Brain. Rider.
  • Grandin, T., Panek, R. (2014). The Autistic Brain: Helping Different Kinds of Minds Succeed. Mariner Books.
  • Greene, R. (2021). The Explosive Child: A New Approach for Understanding and Parenting Easily Frustrated, Chronically Inflexible Children. Harper Paperbacks; 4th Edition.
  • Higashida, N. (2016). The Reason I Jump: The Inner Voice of a Thirteen-Year-Old Boy with Autism. Random House Publishing Group.
  • Koegel, L.K., LaZebnik, C. (2014). Overcoming Autism: Finding Answers, Strategies, and Hope That Can Transform a Child’s Life. Penguin Books.
  • Kurcinka, M.S. (2015). Raising Your Spirited Child: A Guide for Parents Whose Child is More Intense, Sensitive, Perceptive, Persistent, and Energetic. HarperCollins.
  • Myles, B.S., Aspy, R. (2016). High Functioning Autism and Difficult Moments: Practical Solutions for Reducing Meltdowns. AAPC Publishing.
  • Myles, B.S., Trautman, M. & Schelvan, R. (2013). The Hidden Curriculum for Understanding Unstated Rules in Social Situations for Adolescents and Young Adults. AAPC Publishing, Second Edition.
  • Nielsen, A. (2021). It Takes a Village: How to Build a Support System for Your Exceptional Needs Family. AAPC Publishing.
  • Notbohm, E. (2019). Ten Things Every Child with Autism Wishes You Knew (Revised and Updated). Future Horizons, Inc.
  • Ozonoff, S., Dawson, G., & McPartland, J. (2015). A Parent’s Guide to High-Functioning Autism Spectrum Disorder, Second Edition: How to Meet the Challenges and Help Your Child Thrive. The Guilford Press.
  • Petrovic, D., Petrovic, S. (2020). Expect a Miracle: Understanding and Living with Autism. Independently Published.
  • Prizant, B. (2016). Uniquely Human: A Different Way of Seeing Autism. Simon & Schuster.
  • Sicile-Kira, C., Sicile-Kira, J. (2012). A Full Life with Autism: From Learning to Forming Relationships to Achieving Independence. St. Martin’s Griffin.
  • Siegel, D., Bryson, T. P. (2014). No-Drama Discipline: The Whole-Brain Way to Calm Chaos and Nurture Your Child’s Developing Mind. Bantam.
  • Siegel, D., Bryson, T.P. (2018). The Yes Brain. Bantam.  
  • Silberman, S. (2016). Neurobites: The Legacy of Autism and the Future of Neurodiversity. Avery Publishing.
  • Silva, R., Prystash, R., DeLoss, R. & Burmeister, C. (2021). Life After Lockdown: Resetting Perceptions of Autism. AAPC Publishing.

Books For Women on the Spectrum

  • Bargiela, S. (2019). Camouflage: The Hidden Lives of Autistic Women. Jessica Kingsley Publishers.
  • Brown, D. (2013). The Aspie Girl’s Guide to Being Safe with Men: The Unwritten Safety Rules No One is Telling You. Jessica Kingsley Publishing.
  • Cook, B., Garneett, M. (2018). Spectrum Women: Walking to the Beat of Autism. Jessica Kingsley Publishing.
  • Ernsperger, L., Wendel, D. (2007). Girls Under the Umbrella of Autism Spectrum Disorders: Practical Solutions for Addressing Everyday Challenges. Autism Asperger Publishing Company.
  • Hendrickx, S. (2015). Women and Girls with Autism Spectrum Disorder: Understanding Life Experiences from Early Childhood to Old Age. Jessica Kingsley Publishers.
  • James, L. (2018). Odd Girl Out. Pan MacMilan.
  • Marshall, T. (2015). I am AspienWoman: The Unique Characteristics, Traits, and Gifts of Adult Females on the Autism Spectrum. Aspiengirl.
  • Martin, V. (2015). M is for Autism. Jessica Kingsley Publishers.
  • May, K. (2019). The Electricity of Every Living Thing: A Woman’s Walk in the Wild to Find Her Way Home. Trapeze.
  • McKibbin K, & Attwood, T. (2015). Life on the Autism Spectrum – A Guide for Girls and Women. Jessica Kingsley Publishers.
  • Nichols, S. (2009). Girls Growing Up on the Autism Spectrum: What Parents and Professionals Should Know About the Pre-Teen and Teenage Years. Jessica Kingsley Publishers, Ltd.
  • O’Toole, J., & Richards, A. (2015). Sisterhood of the Spectrum: An Asperger Chick’s Guide to Life. Jessica Kingsley Publishers.
  • Simone, R. (2010). Aspergirls: Empowering Females with Asperger Syndrome. Jessica Kingsley Publishers.

Books For Adults on the Spectrum

  • Bartmess, E. (2018). Knowing Why: Adult-Diagnosed Autistic People on Life and Autism. The Autistic Press.
  • Beardon, L. (2021). Autism in Adults: Overcoming Common Problems. Sheldon Press.
  • Drew, G. (2017). An Adult with an Autism Diagnosis. Jessica Kingsley Publishers.
  • Gobin, R. (2019). The Self Care Prescription: Powerful Solutions to Manage Stress, Reduce Anxiety & Increase Well-Being. Althea Press.
  • Hunt, J. (2021). Life Coaching for Adults on the Autism Spectrum: Discovering Your True Potential. ASD Life Coaches, LLC.
  • Kim, C. (2013). I Think I Might Be Autistic: A Guide to Autism Spectrum Disorder Diagnosis and Self-Discovery for Adults. Narrow Gauge.
  •  Regan, T. (2021). Understanding Autism in Adults and Aging Adults. Theresa Regan Publishing.
  • Soraya, L. (2013). Living Independently on the Autism Spectrum: What You Need to Know to Move into a Place of Your Own, Succeed at Work, Start a Relationship, and Enjoy Life as an Adult. Adams Media.

Marriage and Romantic Relationships on the Spectrum

  • Bartlett, M. M. (2017). Not Your Neurotypical Guy: Loving a Spouse with Autism. Autism Asperger Publishing Company.
  • Biel, J., Harper, F. (2020). Autism Partner Handbook: How to Love Someone on the Spectrum. Microcosm Publishing, LLC.
  • Biel, J., Harper, F. (2021). The Autism Relationships Handbook: How to Thrive in Friendships, Dating, and Love (5-Minute Therapy). Microcosm Publishing.  
  • Biel, J., Harper, F. (2021). The Autism Relationships Workbook: How to Thrive in Friendships, Dating, and Love. Microcosm Publishing.  
  • Chapman, G. (2015). The 5 Love Languages: The Secret to Love that Lasts. Northfield Publishing.
  • Goodall, E. (2016). The Autism Spectrum Guide to Sexuality and Relationships: Understand Yourself and Make Choices that are Right for You. Jessica Kingsley Publishers.
  • Kendall, C. (2010). Thriving in Adulthood with Asperger's Syndrome: A Guide for Adults and Those Who Love Them. Visions Research.
  • Margo, K. (2014) Autism and Falling in Love: To the One That Got Away. Kerry\Margo.
  • Mendes, E. (2015). Marriage and Lasting Relationships with Asperger’s Syndrome (Autism Spectrum Disorder). Jessica Kingsley Publishers.
  •  Mendes, E., &  Maroney, M. (2019). Gender Identity, Sexuality and Autism. Jessica Kingsley Publishers.
  • Ramey, E. (2008). Autistics’ Guide to Dating: A Book by Autistics, for Autistics and Those Who Love Them or Who Are in Love with Them. Jessica Kingsley Publishers.
  • Stanford, A. (2014). Asperger Syndrome (Autism Spectrum Disorder) and Long-Term Relationships: Revised with DSM-5 Criteria. Jessica Kingsley Publishers.
  • Weston, L. (2016). Connecting With Your Asperger Partner: Negotiating the Maze of Intimacy. Jessica Kingsley Publishers.

Social Skills and Friendships

Books for Children:

  • Briggs, N., Shea, D. (2010) How to Make & Keep Friends: Tips for Kids to Overcome 50 Common Social Challenges.
  • Cook, J. (2007). Personal Space Camp. National Center for Youth Issues.
  • Criswell, P., Peterson, S. (2015). Friends: Making Them & Keeping Them. American Girl Publishing.
  • Daniels, S. (2019). Social Skills Activities for Kids: 50 Fun Exercises for Making Friends, Talking and Listening, and Understanding Social Rules. Rockridge Press.
  • Diamond, S. (2011). Social Rules for Kids-The Top 100 Social Rules Kids Need to Succeed. AAPC Publishing.
  • Gray, C. (2015). The New Social Story Book, Revised and Expanded 15th Anniversary Edition: Over 150Social Stories That Teach Everyday Social Skills to Children and Adults with Autism and Their Peers. Future Horizons.
  • Kennedy-Moore, E. (2017). Growing Friendships: A Kid’s Guide to Making and Keeping Friends. Aladdin/Beyond Words.
  • Koenig, K. (2012). Practical Social Skills for Autism Spectrum Disorders: Designing Child-Specific Interventions. W.W. Norton & Company.
  • Pascaus, C. (2017). Social Skills Handbook for Autism: Activities to Help Kids Learn Social Skills and Make Friends. Edx Autism Publishing.
  • Shibutani, M. (2011). 100 Stories of Social and Safety Awareness. RhinoBook.
  • Toole, J. (2016). How to Talk with Friends: A Step-by-Step Social Skills Curriculum for Children with Autism. Happy Frog Press.   

Books for Teens:

  • Cooper, B. (2008). The Social Success Workbook for Teens. Instant Help.
  • Laugeson, E. (2013). The Science of Making Friends: Helping Socially Challenged Teens and Young Adults. Jossey-Bass.
  • Reynolds, L. (2016). Surviving Middle School: Navigating the Halls, Riding the Social Roller Coaster, and Unmasking the Real You. Aladdin.
  • Shea, D. (2017). How to Make and Keep Friends: Tips for Teens on Life and Social Success. How to Make and Keep Friends, LLC.
  • Sterling, Lindsey. (2020). The Social Survival Guide for Teens on the Autism Spectrum. Rockridge Press.

Books for Adults:

  • Garner, A. (2021). Conversationally Speaking: Tested New Ways to Increase Your Personal and Social Effectiveness, Updated 2021. McGraw Hill.
  • Shaw, G. (2020). Simple Small Talk: An Everyday Social Skills Guidebook for Introverts on How to Lose Fear and Talk to New People. Including Hacks, Questions and Topics to Instantly Connect, Impress and Network. 
  • Silberman, M., Hansburg, F. (2000). PeopleSmart: Developing Your Interpersonal Intelligence. Berrett-Koehler Publishers.
  • MacLeod, C. (2016). The Social Skills Guidebook: Manage Shyness, Improve Your Conversations, and Make Friends Without Giving Up Who You Are. Chris Macleod.
  • Siegel, D. (2011). Mindsight: Transform Your Brain with the New Science of Empathy. ONEWorld Publications.
  • Laney, M.O. (2002). The Introvert Advantage: How to Thrive in an Extrovert World. Workman Publishing Company.

Communication

Books for Children:

  • Jules, S. (2019). Let’s Talk: A Conversational Skills Workbook for Children with Autism & Special Needs. Independently Published.
  • Jones, H. (2018). Talk to Me: Conversation Strategies for Parents of Children on the Autism Spectrum or with Speech and Language Impairments. John Murray.
  • Karnes, F., Stephens, K., Barry, T., Bader, S. & Tomney, T. (2010). Enhancing Communication in Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder (Practical Series in Autism Education). Prufrock Press.
  • Shaul, J. (2014). The Conversation Train: A Visual Approach to Conversation for Children on the Autism Spectrum. Jessica Kingsley Publishers.
  • Telford, J., Welton, J. (2004). What Did You Say? What Do You Mean? An Illustrated Guide to Understanding Metaphors. Jessica Kingsley Publishers.

Books for Teens:

  • Fine, D. (2014). Beyond Texting: The Fine Art of Face-to-Face Communication for Teenagers. Canon Publishers.
  • Hugghis, A. (2021). Autism Spectrum Disorders: Guide to Improving Communication with Teenagers. Independently Published.
  • Skeen, M., McKay, M., Fanning, P., & Skeen, K. (2016). Communication Skills for Teens: How to Listen, Express, and Connect for Success (The Instant Help Solutions Series). Instant Help.

Books for Adults:

  • Moran, P.J. (2016). Communicating Better with People on the Autism Spectrum. Jessica Kingsley Publishers.
  • Nannery, S., Nannery, L. (2021). What to Say Next: Successful Communication in Work, Life, and Love – with Autism Spectrum Disorder. S&S/Simon Element.
  • Vormer, C. (2020). Connecting with the Autism Spectrum: How to Talk, How to Listen, and Why You Shouldn’t Call it High-Functioning. Rockridge Press.

Emotion Regulation

  • Brukner, L. (2014). The Kids’ Guide to Staying Awesome and in Control: Simple Stuff to Help Children Regulate Their Emotions and Senses. Jessica Kingsley Publishers.
  • Brukner, L. (2015). How to be a Superhero Call Self-Control!: Super Powers to Help Younger Children Regulate their Emotions Senses. Jessica Kingsley Publishers.
  • Brukner, L. (2017). Stay Cool and in Control with the Keep-Calm Guru. Jessica Kingsley Publishers.
  • Gross, J. (2015). Handbook of Emotion Regulation, Second Edition. The Guilford Press.
  • Kuypers, L. (2011). Zones of Regulation: A Curriculum Designed to Foster Self-Regulation and Emotional Control. Think Social Publishing.
  • Lamia, M. (2010). Understanding Myself: A Kid’s Guide to Intense Emotions and Strong Feelings. Magination Press.
  • Lipsky, D. (2009). Managing Meltdowns: Using the S.C.A.R.E.D. Calming Technique with Children and Adults with Autism. Jessica Kingsley Publishers.
  • Ward-Hawks, J., Rodi, M. (2019). Managing Meltdowns and Tantrums on the Autism Spectrum. Jessica Kingsley Publishers.

Mindfulness, Meditation & Yoga

Books for Children:

  • DiOrio, R. (2010). What Does it Mean to be Present? Little Pickle Stories.
  • Engle, C. (2018). ABC Mindful Me: ABCs for a Happy, Healthy Mind & Body. Walter Foster Jr.
  • Herman, S. (2018). The Mindful Dragon. DG Books Publishing.
  • Hwang, Y.S., Kearney, P. (2015). A Mindfulness Intervention for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders: New Directions in Research and Practice. Springer International Publishing.
  • Magoon, S. (2014). Breathe. Simon & Schuster/Paula Wiseman Books.
  • Morelli, L. (2015). The Lemonade Hurricane: A Story of Mindfulness and Meditation. Tilbury House Partners.
  • Ortner, N., Taylor, A. (2018). My Magic Breath: Finding Calm Through Mindful Breathing. HaperCollins.
  • Verde, S. (2017). I am Peace: A Book of Mindfulness. Abrams Books for Young Readers.
  • Willard, C. (2019). Alphabreaths: The ABCs of Mindful Breathing. Sounds True.

Books For Teens:

  • Battistin, J.M. (2019). Mindfulness for Teens in 10 Minutes a Day: Exercises to Feel Calm, Stay Focused & be Your Best Self. Rockridge Press.
  • Biegel, G. (2017). The Stress Reduction Workbook for Teens: Mindfulness Skills to Help You Deal with Stress. Instant Help.
  • Gibbs, V. (2017). Self-Regulation and Mindfulness: Over 82 Exercises & Worksheets for Sensory Processing Disorder, ADHD, & Autism Spectrum Disorder. PESI Publishing and Media.
  • Sedley, B. (2017). Stuff That Sucks: A Teen’s Guide to Accepting What You Can’t Change and Committing to What You Can Change. Instant Help.
  • Vo, D. (2015). The Mindful Teen: Powerful Skills to Help You Handle Stress One Moment at a Time. Instant Help.
  • Weston, L.Y. (2021). Mindfulness for Young Adults. Routledge.

Books for Adults:

  • Clark, D. (2018). Mindfulness: How to Create Inner Peace, Happiness, and Declutter Your Mind. CreatSpace Independent Publishing Platform.
  • Fleming, J. E., & Kocovski, N. L. (2013). The Mindfulness and Acceptance Workbook for Social Anxiety and Shyness: Using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to Free Yourself from Fear and Reclaim Your Life. New Harbinger Publications.
  • Mason, C., Donald, J., Khalsa, K.K., Rivers Murphy, M., & Brown, V. (2022). Cultivating Happiness, Resilience, and Well-Being Through Meditation, Mindfulness, and Movement. Corwin Press, Inc.
  • Mitchell, C. (2014). Mindful Living with Asperger’s Syndrome: Everyday Mindfulness to Help You Tune in to the Present Moment. Jessica Kingsley Publishers.
  • Salzberg, S. (2010). Real happiness: The Power of Meditation: A 28-Day Program. Workman Publishing.
  • Smalley, S., Winston, D. (2010). Fully Present: The Science, Art, and Practice of Mindfulness. Da Capo Lifelong Books.

ADHD and Executive Functioning

Books for Young Children:

  • Cook, J. (2018). Be Where Your Feet Are! National Center for youth Issues.
  • Cook, J. (2018). What’s In It For Me? (Responsible Me!). Boys Town Press.
  • Cook, J. (2015). But It’s Not My Fault! Boys Town Press.
  • Cook, J. (2017). The Procrastinator. Boys Town Press.
  • Cook, J. (2016). Planning Isn’t My Priority and Making Priorities Isn’t in My Plans! National Center for Youth Issues.
  • Cook, J. (2015). I Can’t Find My Whatchamacallit!!  National Center for Youth Issues.
  • Cook, J. (2016). Study Skilled…….NOT!!! National Center for Youth Issues.
  • Cook, J. (2008). It’s Hard to be a Verb! National Center for Youth Issues.
  • Cox, L., Hockema, L. (2019). Not Yet. Doodles and Dreams Publishing.
  • Deak, J. (2010). Your Fantastic Elastic Brain: A Growth Mindset Book for Kids to Stretch and Shape Their Brains. Little Pickle Press.

Books for Children:

  • Melmed, R., Sexton, A. (2016). Marvin’s Monster Diary: ADHD Attacks! (But I Rock it Big Time). Familius.
  • Nadeau, K. (2016). Learning to Plan and be Organized. Magination Press/American Psychological Association.
  • Quinn, P. (2016). Attention Girls!: A Guide to Learn All About Your ADHD. Magination Press.
  • Shapiro, L. (2010). ADHD Workbook for Kids: Helping Children Gain Self-Confidence, Social Skills, and Self-Control. Instant Help Books.
  • Smith, B. (2017). Of Course, It’s a Big Deal: A Story About Learning to Reach Calmly and Appropriately. Boys Town Press.
  • Taylor, J. (2014). The Survival Guide for Kids with ADHD. Free Spirit Publishing.

Books for Tweens:

  • Asher, D.H. (2018). Sidetracked. Harry N. Abrams.
  • Cartaya, P. (2020). Each Tiny Spark. Puffin Books.
  • Dionne, E. (2018). Lights, Camera, Disaster. Scholastic.
  • Fischer, D.R. (2016). This is Not the Abby Show. Delacorte Press.
  • Gantos, J. (2014). Joey Pigza Swallowed the Key. Square Fish.
  • Gerber, A. (2021). Focused. Scholastic, Inc.
  • Williamson, V. (2019). The Boy with the Butterfly Mind. Kelpies.

Books for Teens:

  • Guare, R., Dawson, P., & Guare, C. (2013). Smart but Scattered Teens: The “Executive Skills” Program for Helping Teens Reach Their Potential. The Guilford Press.
  • Hansen, S. (2013). The Executive Functioning Workbook for Teens: Help for Unprepared, Late, and Scattered Teens. Instant Help.
  • Heath, C. (2016). Ultimate Time Management for Teens and Students. Love the SAT Academic Press.
  • Kulman, R. (2012). Train Your Brain for Success: A Teenager’s Guide to Executive Functions. Specialty Press/A.D.D. Warehouse.
  • Walker, B. (2004). The Girls’ Guide to AD/HD: Don’t Lose This Book! Woodbine House.

Books for Parents:

  • Barkley, R. (2020). Taking Charge of ADHD, Fourth Edition. The Complete, Authoritative Guide for Parents. The Guilford Press.
  • Cooper-Kahn, J. (2008). Late, Lost, and Unprepared: A Parent’s Guide to Helping Children with Executive Functioning. Woodbine House.
  • Dawson, P., Guare, R. (2009). Smart but Scattered: The Revolutionary “Executive Skills” Approach to Helping Kids Reach Their Potential. The Guilford Press.  
  • Greene, R. (2021). The Explosive Child: A New Approach for Understanding and Parenting Easily Frustrated, Chronically Inflexible Children. Sixth Edition. Harper.
  • Heininger, J., Weiss, S. (2001). From Chaos to Calm: Effective Parenting of Challenging Children with ADHD and Other Behavioral Problems. TarcherPerigee.
  • Homayoun, A. (2010). That Crumpled Paper Was Due Last Week: Helping Disorganized Boys Succeed in School and Life. TarcherPerigee.
  • Josel, L. (2015). What’s the Deal with Teens and Time Management?: A Parent’s Guide to Helping Your Teen Succeed. People Tested Books.  
  • Josel, L. (2020). How to Do It Now Because It’s Not Going Away: An Expert Guide to Getting Stuff Done. Zest Books.
  • Muchnick, C.C., Curtis, J.B. (2020) The Parent Compass: Navigating Your Teen’s Wellness and Academic Journey in Today’s Competitive World. Familius.
  • Nigg, J. (2017). Getting Ahead of ADHD: What Next-Generation Science Says About Treatments That Work and How You Can Make Them Work for Your Child. The Guilford Press.
  • Zeigler Dendy, C. (2006). Teenagers with ADD and ADHD: A Guide for Parents and Professionals. Woodbine House.

Books for Adults:

  • Barkley, R., Benton, C. (2022). Taking Charge of Adult ADHD, Second Edition: Proven Strategies to Succeed at Work, at Home, and in Relationships. The Guildford Press.
  • Dawson, P. (2016). The Smart but Scattered Guide to Success: How to Use Your Brain’s Executive Skills to Keep Up, Stay Calm, and Get Organized at Work and at Home. The Guilford Press.
  • Hollowell, E., Ratey, J. (2011).  Driven to Distraction (Revised): Recognizing and Coping with Attention Deficit Disorder. Anchor.
  • Ochoa, J. (2016). Focus Forward: Navigating the Storms of Adult ADHD. Empowering Minds Press.
  • Robertson, A. (2020). ADHD & Us: A Couple’s Guide to Loving and Living with Adult ADHD. Rockridge Press.
  • Solden, S. (2012). Women with Attention Deficit Disorder (Second Edition). Introspect Press.
  • Tickman, A. (2012). Understand Your Brain, Get More Done: The ADHD Executive Functions Workbook. Specialty Press/A.D.D. Warehouse.

Learning Disabilities

Books for Children:

  • Chambers, K. (2022). I Have a Non-Verbal Learning Disability and That’s Okay: A Heartwarming Children’s Story that Raises Awareness About Disabilities with a Beautiful Respect. Great Books Publishing Company.
  • Demonia, L. (2012). Leah’s Voice. Halo Publishing International.
  • Gaynor, K. (2013). Tom’s Special Talent. Special Stories Publishing.
  • Hunt, L.M. (2015). Fish in a Tree. Nancy Paulsen Books.
  • Polacco, P. (2012). Thank You, Mr. Falker.  Philomel Books.
  • Winkler, H. (2004). Holy Enhilada! Grosset and Dunlap.

Books for Teens:

  • Alderman, L. (2020). Survive and Thrive with Auditory Learning Disabilities: Strategies for Teens, Parents, and Teachers. Stoelting.
  • Landau, J (2017). Teens Talk About Learning Disabilities and Differences. Rosen Publishing Group.
  • Lawton, S.A. (2005). Learning Disabilities Information for Teens: Health Tips About Academic Skills Disorders and Other Disabilities that Affect Learning. Omnigraphics, Incorporated.
  • Paquette, P.H. (2006). Learning Disabilities: The Ultimate Teen Guide. Scarecrow Press.
  • Roffman, A. (2007). Guiding Teens with Learning Disabilities. Princeton Review.
  • Simpson, C., Spencer, V. (2020). College Success for Students with Learning Disabilities. Routledge.

Books for Parents:

  • Belli, T.J. (2003). When the Brain Can’t Hear: Unraveling the Mystery of Auditory Processing Disorder. Atria Books.
  • Flink, D. (2014). Thinking Differently: An Inspiring Guide for Parents of Children with Learning Disabilities. William Morrow Paperbacks.
  • Foss, B. (2016). The Dyslexia Empowerment Plan: A Blueprint for Renewing Your Child’s Confidence and Love of Learning. Ballantine Books.
  • Rosner, J. (2009). Helping Children Overcome Learning Difficulties. BookSurge Publishing.
  • Saltz, G. (2017). The Power of Different: The Link Between Different and Genius. Flatiron Books.
  • Siegel, D. (2012). The Whole-Brain Child: 12 Revolutionary Strategies to Nurture Your Child’s Developing Mind. Bantam.  
  • Silver, L. (2006). The Misunderstood Child, Fourth Edition: Understanding and Coping with Your Child’s Learning Disabilities. Harmony.

Bullying

Books for Children:

  • Bateman, T. (2004). The Bully Blockers Club. Albert Whitman & Company.
  • Criswell, P.K. (2009). Stand Up for Yourself and Your Friends: Dealing with Bullies and Bossiness and Finding a Better Way. American Girl.
  • Dewdney, A. (2013). Llama Llama and the Bully Goat. Viking Books for Young Readers.
  • Dismondy, M. (2008). Spaghetti in a Hot Dog Bun: Having the Courage to be Who You Are. Cardinal Rule Press.
  • Ford, G. (2014). Gabe & Izzy: Standing Up for America’s Bullied. Viking Books for Young Readers.
  • Ludwig, T. (2006). Just Kidding. Tricycle Press.
  • Ludwig, T. (2012). Confessions of a Former Bully. Dragonfly Books.
  • Lynch, J., Embry, L., Mikesell, A.E. (2014). Marlene, Marlene Queen of Mean. Random House Books for Young Readers.
  • Palacio, R.J. (2012). Wonder. Knopf Books for Young Readers.
  • Sornson, B. (2013). Stand in My Shoes: Kids Learning About Empathy. Love and Logic Press.
  • Sornson, B., Dismondy, M. (2010). The Juice Box Bully: Empowering Kids to Stand Up for Others. Early Learning Foundation.

Books for Tweens:

  • Averbuch, S. (2020). Friend Me. Scholastic Press.
  • Blecher, J. (2019). Out of Place. Greenwillow Books.
  • Blecher, J. (2020). Stick With Me. Greenwillow Books.
  • Cooper, A. (2016). Sticks & Stones. Farrar, Straus and Giroux.
  • Hale, S. (2017), Real Friends. First Second.
  • McNicoll, E. (2021). A Kind of Spark. Crown Books for Young Readers.
  • Standish, A. (2020). How to Disappear Completely. HarperCollins.   
  • Swinarski, C. (2021). The Kate in Between. Quill Tree Books.
  • Varnes, A. (2021). Say It Out Loud. Random House Books for Young Readers.
  • Vrabel, B. (2019). The Humiliations of Pipi McGee. Running Kids Press.
  • Walker, M. (2018). Let’s Pretend We Never Met. HarperCollins.

Books for Teens:

  • Asher, J. (2011). Thirteen Reasons Why. Razorbill.
  • Blanco, J. (2010). Please Stop Laughing at Me: One Woman’s Inspirational Story. Adams Media.  
  • Koss, A.G. (2002). The Girls. Puffin Books.
  • Medina, M. (2013). Yaqui Delgado Wants to Kick Your  A**. Candlewick.
  • Metcalf, D. (2011). Dear Bully: Seventy Authors Tell Their Stories. HarperTeen.
  • Savage, D., Miller, T. (2012). It Gets Better: Coming Out, Overcoming Bullying, and Creating a Life Worth Living. Penguin Books.
  • Summers, C. (2006). Some Girls Are. St. Martin’s Griffin.
  • Vanderberg, H. (2012). Vicious: True Stories by Teens About Bullying. Free Spirit Publishing.
  • Volponi, P. Crossing Lines. Viking Books for Young Readers.

Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)

Books for Children:

  • Simpson, H. (2018). The Way I am is Different: A Children’s Book About a Boy with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder. Independently Published.
  • Books for Teens:
  • Kleinfeld, J. (2000). Fantastic Antone Grows Up: Adolescents and Adults with Fetal Alcohol Syndrome. University of Alaska Press.
  • Torralba, J. (2021). Hugs for Teens with FASD: A Book of Encouragement.
  • Kulp, L., Kulp J. (2013). The Best I Can Be: Living with Fetal Alcohol Syndrome or Effects. CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform.

Books for Parents:

  • Buxton, B. (2005). Damaged Angels: An Adoptive Mother’s Struggle to Understand the Tragic Toll of Alcohol in Pregnancy. Da Capo Lifelong Books.
  • Catterick, M. (2014). Understanding Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder: A Guide to FASD for Parents, Carers, and Professionals. Jessica Kingsley Publishers.
  • Chasnoff, I. (2020). FASD: Across the Span of Childhood. NTI Upstream.
  • Chasnoff, I. (2011). The Mystery of Risk: Drugs, Alcohol, Pregnancy, and the Vulnerable Child. NTI Upstream.
  • Lussier-Ring, J. (2004). Calming the Storm: Strategies for Children with FASD. Lakeland Centre for Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder.
  • Malbin, D. (2017). Trying Differently Rather than Harder: Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders. Diane Malbin, MSW.
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