Author

Heelan, Jamee Riggio

Simmonds, Nicola (ill.)

Place of Publication

Atlanta, GA

Publisher

PeachTree

Publication Date

2000

Physical Description

Hardcover: [29 p.]

Series

A Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago Learning Book

Subject

Cerebral Palsy

Abstract

Taylor and Tyler are twin brothers and best friends. But the twins are different in one significant way: Taylor has cerebral palsy, while Tyler does not. Through Taylor's eyes we see how much effort he must expend to strengthen his legs, which are weak. He explains how valuable his new wheelchair is because it helps him maneuver more easily and do the things he want to do, like go to school and play basketball with his brother Tyler.

ISBN

9781561452194

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

JUNIOR FM 496 HEE 2000

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Author

Anderson, Mary Elizabeth

Dineen, Tom (illustrator)

Place of Publication

Plainview, NY

Publisher

JayJo Books

Publication Date

2000

Physical Description

Paperback, col. ill.; (unpaged).

Series

Special kids in school series.

Subject

Cerebral Palsy

Picture Book

Abstract

Even though Chad has cerebral palsy, he can still attend school and do many of the same things as his classmates. This book answers many of the questions his classmates have but may be too scared or uncomfortable to ask. It also includes an experiment that allows children without cerebral palsy to experience what the condition may feel like.

Notes

Ages 5-10

ISBN

1891383086

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

JUNIOR FM 496 AND 2000

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Author

Martin, Sieglinde

Place of Publication

[Bethesda, MD]

Publisher

Woodbine House

Publication Date

2006

Physical Description

Softcover: 237 p.

Subject

Cerebral Palsy

Movement Disorders

Motor Development

Parenting Children with Physical Disabilities

Abstract

This book is designed for parents, therapists, and other caregivers to help young children with gross motor delays learn and practice motor skills outside of therapy sessions. Written by an experienced physical therapist who is also the mother of a child with cerebral palsy, this comprehensive guide examines the physical characteristics of cerebral palsy and similar conditions - muscle tightness and weakness, increased or decreased flexibility, abnormal reflexes, impaired sensory perception- that affect a child's ability to sit, crawl, stand, and walk.

Includes dozens of exercises with accompanying photos that parents may incorporate into daily routines at home with the guidance and support of their child's physical therapist.

Exercises address: head control, protective reactions, proper positioning, independent sitting with and without arm support, transitional movements, daily stretching, improving muscle strength and coordination, balance training, gait training.

ISBN

9781890627720

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

FM 496 MAR 2006

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