BOOKS ON ASD
General Information on Autism Spectrum Disorder
Attwood, Tony. (2007). The complete guide to Asperger’s syndrome. London: Kingsley.
Baron-Cohen, Simon. (2008). Autism and Asperger syndrome: The facts. Oxford, UK: Oxford University Press.
Romanowski Bashe, Patricia & Kirby, Barbara. (2010). The OASIS guide to Asperger syndrome: Completely revised and updated: Advice, support, insight, and inspiration. New York: Random House.
Bernier, Raphael, & Gerdts, Jennifer. (2010). Autism spectrum disorders: A reference handbook. Santa Barbara, CA: ABC-CLIO.
Chawarska, Katarzyna, Klin, Ami, & Volkmar, Fred R. (Eds.). (2010). Autism spectrum disorders in infants and toddlers. New York: Guilford Press.
McPartland, James C., Klin, Ami, & Volkmar, Fred R. (Eds.). (2014). Asperger syndrome: Assessing and treating high-functioning autism spectrum disorders (2nd ed.). New York: Guilford Press.
Mesibov, Gary B., Shea, Victoria, & Schopler, Eric. (2004). The TEACCH approach to autism spectrum disorders. New York: Springer.
Sicile-Kira, Chantal. (2014). Autism spectrum disorders: The complete guide to understanding autism (rev. ed.). New York: Penguin.
Siegel, Bryna. (2007). Helping children with autism learn: Treatment approaches for parents and professionals. Oxford, UK: Oxford University Press.
Parenting, Family Issues, and Parents’ Perspectives
Brooks, Robert, & Goldstein, Sam. (2012). Raising resilient children with autism spectrum disorders: Strategies for helping them maximize their strengths, cope with adversity, and develop a social mindset. New York: McGraw-Hill.
Cook O’Toole, Jennifer. (2013). Asperkids: An insider’s guide to loving, understanding, and teaching children with Asperger’s syndrome. London: Kingsley.
Doyle, Barbara T., & Iland, Emily Doyle. (2004). Autism spectrum disorders from A to Z. Arlington, TX: Future Horizons.
Fling, Echo. (2000). Eating an artichoke: A mother’s perspective on Asperger syndrome. London: Kingsley.
Harris, Sandra L., & Glasberg, Beth A. (2012). Siblings of children with autism: A guide for families. Bethesda, MD: Woodbine House.
Hughes-Lynch, Claire. (2010). Children with high-functioning autism: A parent’s guide. Austin, TX: Prufrock Press.
LeComer, Laurie F. (2006). A parent’s guide to developmental delays: Recognizing and coping with missed milestones in speech, movement, learning and other areas. Bellevue, WA: Perigee.
Naseef, Robert A. (2013). Autism in the family: Caring and coping together. Baltimore: Brookes.
Park, Clara. (2002). Exiting nirvana: A daughter’s life with autism. Boston: Back Bay Books.
Rapee, Ronald M., Wignall, Ann, Spence, Susan H., Cobham, Vanessa, & Lyneham, Heidi. (2010). Helping your anxious child: A step-by-step guide for parents. Oakland, CA: New Harbinger.
Rosenblatt, Alan, & Carbone, Paul S. (Eds.). (2012). Autism spectrum disorders: What every parent needs to know. Washington, DC: American Academy of Pediatrics.
Schilling, Shonda. (2010). The best kind of different: Our family’s journey with Asperger’s syndrome. New York: HarperCollins.
Volkmar, Fred R., & Wiesner, Lisa A. (2009). A practical guide to autism: What every parent, family member, and teacher needs to know. New York: Wiley.
Willey, Liane. (2001). Asperger syndrome in the family: Redefining normal. London: Kingsley.
Education and Related Issues
Chalfant, Anne M. (2011). Managing anxiety in people with autism: A treatment guide for parents, teachers, and mental health professionals. Bethesda, MD: Woodbine House.
Cumine, Val, Dunlop, Julia, & Stevenson, Gill. (2009). Asperger syndrome: A practical guide for teachers. London: Fulton.
Eason, Anne I., & Whitebread, Kathleen. (2006). IEP and inclusion tips for parents and teachers (handout version). Verona, WI: Attainment Company.
Freedman, Sarita. (2010). Developing college skills in students with autism and Asperger’s syndrome. London: Kingsley.
Gibb, Gordon, & Dyches, Tina Taylor. (2007). Guide to writing quality individualized education programs (IEPs): What’s best for students? Boston: Allyn & Bacon.
Hodgdon, Linda A. (2011). Visual strategies for improving communication: Practical supports for school and home. Troy, MI: QuickRoberts.
Lentz, Kirby. (2005). Hopes and dreams: An IEP guide for parents of children with autism spectrum disorders. Lenexa, KS: Autism Asperger Publishing Company.
Moyes, Rebecca, & Moreno, Susan. (2001). Incorporating social goals in the classroom: A guide for teachers and parents of children with high-functioning autism and Asperger syndrome. London: Kingsley.
Myles, Brenda Smith, Adreon, Diane, & Gitlitz, Dena. (2006). Simple strategies that work: Helpful hints for all educators of students with Asperger syndrome, high-functioning autism, and related disabilities. Lenexa, KS: Autism Asperger Publishing Company.
Reaven, Judy, Blakely-Smith, Audrey, & Nichols, Shana. (2011). Facing your fears. Baltimore: Brookes.
Siegel, Lawrence. (2011). The complete IEP guide: How to advocate for your special ed child (7th ed.). Berkeley, CA: Nolo Press.
Silverman, Stephan M., & Weinfeld, Rich. (2007). School success for kids with Asperger’s syndrome: A practical guide for parents and teachers. Austin, TX: Prufrock Press.
Tanguay, Pamela, & Rourke, Byron. (2001). Nonverbal learning disabilities at home: A parent’s guide. London: Kingsley.
Wright, Peter W. D., & Darr Wright, Pamela. (2007). Wrightslaw: Special education law (2nd ed.). Hartfield, VA: Harbor House Law Press.
Wright, Peter W. D., Darr Wright, Pamela, & Webb O’Connor, Sandra. (2010). Wrightslaw: All about IEPs. Hartfield, VA: Harbor House Law Press.
Social Skills Training and Other Social Interventions
Bellini, Scott. (2006). Building social relationships: A systematic approach to teaching social interaction skills to children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorders and other social difficulties. Lenexa, KS: Autism Asperger Publishing Company.
Bondy, Andy, & Weiss, Mary Jane. (2013). Teaching social skills to people with autism: Best practices in individualizing interventions. Bethesda, MD: Woodbine House.
Elman, Natalie Madorsky, & Kennedy-Moore, Eileen. (2003). The unwritten rules of friendship: Simple strategies to help your child make friends. New York: Little, Brown and Company.
Garcia-Winner, Michelle. (2002). Inside out: What makes a person with social cognitive deficits tick? San Jose, CA: Winner Publications (www.socialthinking.com).
Gray, Carol. (2010). The new social story book, revised and expanded 10th anniversary edition. Arlington, TX: Future Horizons.
Ingersoll, Brooke, & Dvortcsak, Anna. (2010). Teaching social communication to children with autism: A manual for parents. New York: Guilford Press.
Koenig, Kathleen. (2012). Practical social skills for autism spectrum disorders: Designing child-specific interventions. New York: Norton.
Laugeson, Elizabeth A., & Frankel, Fred. (2010). Social skills for teenagers with developmental and autism spectrum disorders: The PEERS treatment manual. New York: Routledge.
McClannahan, Lynn E., & Krantz, Patricia. (2010). Activity schedules for children with autism: Teaching independent behavior. Bethesda, MD: Woodbine House.
Tubbs, Janet. (2007). Creative therapy for children with autism, ADD, and Asperger’s: Using artistic creativity to reach, teach, and touch our children. Garden City Park, NY: Square One Publishers.
Teasing and Bullying
Dubin, Nick. (2007). Asperger Syndrome and bullying: Strategies and solutions. London: Kingsley.
Garrity, Carla, Baris, Mitchell, & Porter, William. (2000). Bully-proofing your child: A parent’s guide. Longmont, CO: Sopris West.
Garrity, Carla, Jens, Kathryn, Porter, William, Sager, Nancy, & Short-Camilli, Cam. (2000). Bully-proofing your school: A comprehensive approach for elementary schools. Longmont, CO: Sopris West.
Garrity, Carla, Porter, William, & Baris, Mitchell. (2000). Bully-proofing your child: First aid for hurt feelings. Longmont, CO: Sopris West.
Heinrichs, Rebekah. (2003). Perfect targets: Asperger syndrome and bullying—Practical solutions for surviving the social world. Lenexa, KS: Autism Asperger Publishing Company.
Developing Self-Identity
Faherty, Catherine. (2000). Asperger’s … What does it mean to me?: A workbook explaining self-awareness and life lessons to the child or youth with high-functioning autism or Asperger’s. Arlington, TX: Future Horizons.
Shore, Stephen M. (2004). Ask and tell: Self-advocacy and disclosure for people on the autism spectrum. Lenexa, KS: Autism Asperger Publishing Company.
Vermeulen, Peter. (2008). I am special: Introducing children and young people to their autism spectrum disorder. London: Kingsley.
Baker, Bruce L., & Brightman, Alan J. (2003). Steps to independence: A skills training guide for parents and teachers of children with special needs. Baltimore: Brookes.
Biel, Lindsey, & Peake, Nancy. (2009). Raising a sensory smart child: The definitive handbook for helping your child with sensory processing issues. New York: Penguin.
Durand, V. Mark. (2013). Sleep better!: A guide to improving sleep for children with special needs. Baltimore: Brookes.
Kranowitz, Carol Stock. (2006). The out of sync child: Recognizing and coping with sensory integration dysfunction. Bellevue, WA: Perigee.
Myles, Brenda Smith, Cook, Katherine, & Miller, Louann. (2002). Asperger syndrome and sensory issues: Practical solutions for making sense of the world. Lenexa, KS: Autism Asperger Publishing Company.
Myles, Brenda Smith, & Southwick, Jack. (2005). Asperger syndrome and difficult moments: Practical solutions for tantrums, rage, and meltdowns. Lenexa, KS: Autism Asperger Publishing Company.
O’Neill, Robert, Albin, Richard, Storey, Keith, Horner, Robert, & Sprague, Jeffrey. (2014). Functional assessment and program development for problem behavior: A practical handbook. Pacific Grove, CA: Brookes/Cole.
Preschool Treatment Models
Ball, James. (2008). Early intervention and autism: Real-life questions, real-life answers. Arlington, TX: Future Horizons.
Bricker, Diane. (2004). An activity-based approach to early intervention. Baltimore: Brookes.
Greenspan, Stanley, & Wieder, Serena. (2009). Engaging autism: Using the Floortime approach to help children relate, communicate, and think. Cambridge, MA: Perseus Press.
Harris, Sandra L., & Weiss, Mary Jane. (2007). Right from the start: Behavioral intervention for young children with autism: A guide for parents and professionals. Bethesda, MD: Woodbine House.
Rogers, Sally J., Dawson, Geraldine, & Vismara, Laurie A. (2012). An early start for your child with autism: Using everyday activities to help kids connect, communicate, and learn. New York: Guilford Press.
Rogers, Sally J., & Dawson, Geraldine. (2009). Early Start Denver Model for young children with autism: Promoting language, learning, and engagement. New York: Guilford Press.
Sher, Barbara. (2009). Early intervention games: Fun, joyful ways to develop social and motor skills in children with autism spectrum or sensory processing disorders. New York: Wiley.
Adulthood and Employment
Bissonnette, Barbara. (2013). The complete guide to getting a job for people with Asperger’s syndrome: Find the right career and get hired. London: Kingsley.
Endow, Judy, & Myles, Brenda Smith. (2013). The hidden curriculum of getting and keeping a job: Navigating the social landscape of employment: A guide for individuals with autism spectrum and other social-cognitive challenges. Lenexa, KS: Autism Asperger Publishing Company.
Howlin, Patricia. (2004). Autism and Asperger syndrome: Preparing for adulthood. London: Routledge.
Krouk-Gordon, Dafna, & Jackins, Barbara D. (2013). Moving out: A family guide to residential planning for adults with disabilities. Bethesda, MD: Woodbine House.
Meyer, Roger N., & Attwood, Tony. (2001). Asperger syndrome employment workbook: An employment workbook for adults with Asperger syndrome. London: Kingsley.
Sicile-Kira, Chantal, & Sicile-Kira, Jeremy. (2012). A full life with autism: From learning to forming relationships to achieving independence. New York: Palgrave Macmillan.
Volkmar, Fred, Reichow, Brian, & McPartland, James C. (2014). Adolescents and adults with autism spectrum disorder. New York: Springer.
Wehman, Paul, Smith, Marcia, & Schall, Carol. (2008). Autism and the transition to adulthood: Success beyond the classroom. Baltimore, MD: Brookes.
Cook O’Toole, Jennifer. (2012). Asperkids secret book of social rules: The handbook of not-so-obvious social guidelines for tweens and teens with Asperger syndrome. London: Kingsley.
Grandin, Temple. (2006). Thinking in pictures, expanded edition: My life with autism. New York: Vintage Books.
Grandin, Temple, & Panek, Richard. (2013). The autistic brain: Thinking across the spectrum. Boston: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt.
Jackson, Luke. (2002). Freaks, geeks, and Asperger syndrome: A user guide to adolescence. London: Kingsley.
Olinkiewicz, Alex, & O’Connell, Richard. (2012). In my mind: A journey through my life with Asperger’s/autism. Charleston, SC: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform.
O’Neal, Jaylon V. (2013). Autism: In my own words. Bloomington, IN: AuthorHouse.
Pulver, Marc William. (2012). Living life with autism: The world through my eyes. Indianapolis, IN: Dog Ear.
Robison, John Elder. (2008). Look me in the eye: My life with Asperger’s. New York: Three Rivers Press.
SOFTWARE AND APPLICATIONS
AppyMall: Apps for kids
Attainment Company
AutisMate
http://autismate.com/AutisMate-Comprehensive-App-For-Autism-With-Visual-Supports/
Autism Speaks App Resource List
www.autismspeaks.org/autism-apps
Choiceworks
Emotion and Feelings—Autism
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.TouchAutism.EmotionsFeelings&hl=en
HandHold Adaptive (iPrompts, StoryMaker, SpeechPrompts)
I Get It!: Educational Applications for iPhone, iPad, and iPodTouch
The iMums: Reviews of Apps for Children
iTubeList
Kid in Story
Laureate Learning Systems
LocuTour Multimedia
Mayer-Johnson
My PlayHome
Pictello
www.assistiveware.com/product/pictello
The Planner Guide
www.autismspeaks.org/autism-apps/planner-guide
Scientific Learning
www.smartappsforspecialneeds.com
Special Education Apps
Special Needs Apps
Technology in (SPL) Education
Touch Autism
http://touchautism.com/app/autism-apps
WEBSITES FOR ASD RESOURCES
Asperger Autism Spectrum Education Network (ASPEN)
Association for Science in Autism Treatment
Autism Consortium
Autism Link
Autism Research Institute
Autism-Resources
Autism Science Foundation
www.autismsciencefoundation.org
Autism Shop: Products for Children and Adults with Autism
Autism Speaks
Autism Spectrum Resource Center
Autism Today
Children’s Friendship Training
www.semel.ucla.edu/socialskills
Families for Early Autism Treatment
First Signs
Future Horizons
Generation Rescue
Global and Regional Asperger Syndrome Partnership
Global Autism Collaboration
www.globalautismcollaboration.com
The Help Group
www.thehelpgroup.org/autism-spectrum-disorders-schools-programs
Interactive Autism Network
MIND Institute
www.ucdmc.ucdavis.edu/mindinstitute
Online Asperger Syndrome Information & Support Services for Autism & Asperger Syndrome (OASIS)
Oops … Wrong Planet Syndrome
Sibling Support
www.siblingsupport.org/sibshops
Simons Foundation Autism Research Initiative
Special Needs.com
WEBSITES FOR ADULTS WITH ASD
Asperger Adults
Autism Journals: Asperger’s Pride Websites
Autism Network International
The Global and Regional Asperger Syndrome Partnership
WEBSITES FOR FAMILIES AND FRIENDS
Camphill Communities
Families of Adults Affected by Asperger’s Syndrome (FAAAS)
www.patientcenters.com/autism/news/stress_family.html
Planned Lifetime Advocacy Network
Sibling Support Project
Unlocking Autism Parent 2 Parent Network
WEBSITES FOR ASSOCIATED LEARNING DISABILITIES
The ARC
Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
Learning Disabilities Association of America
Learning Disabilities Online
Nonverbal Learning Disability Line
Our-Kids: Devoted to Raising Special Kids with Special Needs
ACADEMIC MEDICAL CENTERS AND CLINICS
Boston University Autism Center
www.bu.edu/autism/current-research/autism-center-of-excellence
Carolina Institute for Developmental Disabilities
Center for Children with Special Needs
Center for Excellence in Autism Research at the University of Pittsburgh
www.wpic.pitt.edu/research/cefar
Children’s Evaluation and Rehabilitation Center at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine
www.einstein.yu.edu/centers/childrens-evaluation-rehabilitation
Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia Center for Autism Research
www.research.chop.edu/programs/car
Cody Center for Autism and Developmental Disabilities
www.stonybrookmedicalcenter.org/codycenter
Douglass Developmental Disabilities Center at Rutgers
A. J. Drexel Autism Institute
www.drexel.edu/autisminstitute
Duke Center for Autism and Brain Development
Duke University School of Medicine
2608 Erwin Road, Suite 300
Durham, NC 27705
919-687-4686, Ext. 240
Indiana Resource Center for Autism
www.iidc.indiana.edu/index.php?pageId=32
Kennedy Krieger Institute
www.autism.kennedykrieger.org/?gclid=CL7Prdq7q70CFQ2hOgodoiwAJw
Lurie Center for Autism at MassGeneral Hospital for Children
www.massgeneral.org/children/services/treatmentprograms.aspx?id=1614
Marcus Autism Center
New York-Presbyterian Center for Autism and the Developing Brain
Rush University Medical Center Autism Resource Center
www.rush.edu/rumc/page-1213718660256.html
Seattle Children’s Autism Center
www.seattlechildrens.org/clinics-programs/autism-center
Seaver Autism Center at Mount Sinai
http://icahn.mssm.edu/research/centers/seaver-autism-center
Southwest Autism Research and Resource Center
UC Davis MIND Institute
www.ucdmc.ucdavis.edu/mindinstitute
UCLA Center for Autism Research and Treatment (CART)
UCLA Peers Clinic
UCSB Koegel Autism Center
http://education.ucsb.edu/autism
UCSF Autism and Neurodevelopment Program
University of Cambridge Autism Research Center
University of Louisville Autism Center
University of Miami Center for Autism and Related Disabilities
University of Michigan Autism and Communication Disorders Center
http://webservices.itcs.umich.edu/drupal/chgddev/umacc
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Division TEACCH
University of North Dakota Global Rural Autism Asperger Information Network (GRAAIN)
UT Southwestern Autism Center
www.utsouthwestern.edu/education/medicschool/departments/psychiatry/autism/index.html
University of Washington Autism Center
http://depts.washington.edu/uwautism/index.php
Vanderbilt Treatment and Research Institute for Autism Spectrum Disorders
http://kc.vanderbilt.edu/triad
Virginia Tech Center for Autism Research
Waisman Center at the University of Wisconsin–Madison
www.waisman.wisc.edu/clinics-asd-dd.htm
Yale Child Study Center Autism Program