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Being the other one: Growing up with a brother or sister who has special needs

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124644
Strohm, Kate. Boston, MA: Shambhala , 2005.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
GK 665 STR 2005
Availability
1 copy, 0 available
When there's a child with a disability in the family, how are normally developing siblings affected? According to Kate Strohm, a counselor and health educator, siblings of people with disabilities face particular emotional challenges that are often overlooked. Able siblings commonly struggle with f…
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Author
Strohm, Kate
Place of Publication
Boston, MA
Publisher
Shambhala
Publication Date
2005
Physical Description
Paperback; 249 pages
Subject
Siblings of Children with Disabilities
Abstract
When there's a child with a disability in the family, how are normally developing siblings affected? According to Kate Strohm, a counselor and health educator, siblings of people with disabilities face particular emotional challenges that are often overlooked. Able siblings commonly struggle with feelings of isolation, grief, anger, and anxiety?and these and other emotional issues can have lifelong effects. [paragraph rephrased from publisher's version]
Being the Other One is based on the author's own experience (as a sibling of a sister with cerebral palsy) and on extensive interviews she conducted with siblings of all ages. In clear and compassionate terms, Strohm explores the often secret feelings of siblings and offers valuable strategies for coping with the challenges they face.
Being the Other One reveals the difficulties faced by siblings at all stages of life, from early childhood through adulthood, when siblings must often assume responsibility for the care of their disabled brothers and sisters. Though the book looks honestly at the many challenges that siblings face, it is full of encouragement and practical strategies. Strohm emphasizes that when siblings are able to clearly identify and openly express their feelings and concerns - and when parents and health professionals offer the needed support - siblings can thrive. This book includes writing exercises for personal exploration and a substantial resources section listing helpful books, organizations, and websites.
ISBN
978-1590301501
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
GK 665 STR 2005

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A child with special needs

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Reiner, Rob. Culver City, CA: Parent's Action for Children , 2005.
URL
http://www.parentsaction.org/
Material Type
Video
Call Number
GK 670 REI 2005
A DVD which focuses on the parents of children with special needs. Parents share their stories, including finding out where to go, once there is a special needs designation.
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URL
http://www.parentsaction.org/
Author
Reiner, Rob
Place of Publication
Culver City, CA
Publisher
Parent's Action for Children
Publication Date
2005
Physical Description
1 DVD: 27 min.
Series
I Am Your Child (Practical advice for parents)
Subject
Parenting Children with Disabilities
Abstract
A DVD which focuses on the parents of children with special needs. Parents share their stories, including finding out where to go, once there is a special needs designation.
Language
English
Material Type
Video
Call Number
GK 670 REI 2005
URLs
http://www.parentsaction.org/
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Fine motor skills for children with down syndrome: A guide for parents and professionals

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Bruni, Maryanne. [Bethesda, MD]: Woodbine House , 2006. 2nd ed.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
GI 310 BRU 2006
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
This book explains the best practices and procedures for helping children master the finger and hand skills needed for home and school activities..
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Author
Bruni, Maryanne
Edition
2nd ed.
Place of Publication
[Bethesda, MD]
Publisher
Woodbine House
Publication Date
2006
Physical Description
xiv, 241 pages : illustrations ; 28 cm.
Subject
Down Syndrome
Motor Development
Parenting Children with Disabilities
Education. Schools
Abstract
This book explains the best practices and procedures for helping children master the finger and hand skills needed for home and school activities..
ISBN
9781890627676
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
GI 310 BRU 2006

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Copy 1 BC Children's and Women's Family Library Available
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Rules

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog123304
Lord, Cynthia. Scholastic , 2008.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR GK 665 LOR 2008
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Twelve-year-old Catherine just wants a normal life. Which is near impossible when you have a brother with autism and a family that revolves around his disability. She's spent years trying to teach David the rules from 'a peach is not a funny-looking apple' to 'keep your pants on in public' - in ord…
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Author
Lord, Cynthia
Publisher
Scholastic
Publication Date
2008
Physical Description
224 p.
Subject
Siblings of Children with Disabilities
Sibling Relationships
Abstract
Twelve-year-old Catherine just wants a normal life. Which is near impossible when you have a brother with autism and a family that revolves around his disability. She's spent years trying to teach David the rules from 'a peach is not a funny-looking apple' to 'keep your pants on in public' - in order to head off David's embarrassing behaviors.
But the summer Catherine meets Jason, a surprising, new sort-of friend, and Kristi, the next-door friend she's always wished for, it's her own shocking behavior that turns everything upside down and forces her to ask: What is normal?
ISBN
978-0439443838
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR GK 665 LOR 2008

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Teaching children with down syndrome about their bodies, boundaries, and sexuality: A guide for parents and professionals

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog111355
Couwenhoven, Terri. [Bethesda, MD]: Woodbine House , 2007.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
GI 310 COU 2007
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
This resource, for parents and professionals, is written by a parent of a child with down syndrome who is also a sexual educator. It provides information about how to educate children and youth with intellectual disabilities about human sexuality, including such topics as: private body parts; expre…
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Author
Couwenhoven, Terri
Place of Publication
[Bethesda, MD]
Publisher
Woodbine House
Publication Date
2007
Physical Description
Softcover: 323 p.
Subject
Down Syndrome
Sexual Health
Social Skills
Parenting Children with Developmental Disabilities
Parenting Children with Disabilities
Social Behaviour (includes boundaries)
Sexuality
Friendship
Puberty
Relationships
Abstract
This resource, for parents and professionals, is written by a parent of a child with down syndrome who is also a sexual educator. It provides information about how to educate children and youth with intellectual disabilities about human sexuality, including such topics as: private body parts; expressing emotions; personal space; self-care; privacy; gender identity; and showing affection. The appendices contain teaching material and aids.
ISBN
9781890627331
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
GI 310 COU 2007

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Copy 1 BC Children's and Women's Family Library Available
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