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blairconrad's review against another edition
4.0
Very good. Not particularly well copy-edited, but I guess that’s what I’m to expect from what’s essentially a niche book from a small (niche) publisher. The information contained in the book was interesting and, assuming it’s all accurate, useful.
The author draws on her own experiences, as well as current research into Autism Spectrum Disorder to present the reader with a number of aspects of ASD and to show to us how our knowledge of these aspects can help us deal more effectively with children with ASD.
One minor quibble I have about the book is that Notbohm makes the point several times that children with ASD aren’t ”autistic children”, they’re ”children with autism” but then almost entirely fails to capitalize on this by pointing out that many of the 10 Things are not specific to children with autism – a lot of the points apply to children without autism, even if it’s to a lesser degree.
Also, a lot is made in the on-book blurbs about how giving the 10 points from a child’s perspective is what really makes this book, but I found it not to rise above the level of gimmick or hook – it gets you to consider the book, but doesn’t qualitatively change the information inside. In fact, other than the chapter headings, everything is presented from the point of view of the adult caretaker.
Ultimately, an informative and optimistic book, and I recommend it.
The author draws on her own experiences, as well as current research into Autism Spectrum Disorder to present the reader with a number of aspects of ASD and to show to us how our knowledge of these aspects can help us deal more effectively with children with ASD.
One minor quibble I have about the book is that Notbohm makes the point several times that children with ASD aren’t ”autistic children”, they’re ”children with autism” but then almost entirely fails to capitalize on this by pointing out that many of the 10 Things are not specific to children with autism – a lot of the points apply to children without autism, even if it’s to a lesser degree.
Also, a lot is made in the on-book blurbs about how giving the 10 points from a child’s perspective is what really makes this book, but I found it not to rise above the level of gimmick or hook – it gets you to consider the book, but doesn’t qualitatively change the information inside. In fact, other than the chapter headings, everything is presented from the point of view of the adult caretaker.
Ultimately, an informative and optimistic book, and I recommend it.
cheeriospank's review against another edition
4.0
This is a great book for anyone who is around a person who has autism. I recently became a para educator for a 1-1 with an student with autism and grabbed any book I could read to learn more on top of what I had known before.
Great positive message and views of life. My only qualm is she often makes it seem that with the right teachers, lifestyle, iep, etc that anyone can turn out like her son. But some people with autism, no matter the support, may never reach his level of independence. Still there is a lot of great information and tips, and well as the importance of keeping a positive outlook on the future.
Would recommend.
Great positive message and views of life. My only qualm is she often makes it seem that with the right teachers, lifestyle, iep, etc that anyone can turn out like her son. But some people with autism, no matter the support, may never reach his level of independence. Still there is a lot of great information and tips, and well as the importance of keeping a positive outlook on the future.
Would recommend.
prideandjoybooks's review against another edition
4.0
A great introduction, and a wonderful reminder that attitude and perspective are life-changing super powers.
miocenemama's review against another edition
5.0
This is a book I will recommend and refer to myself repeatedly. It not only gives beautiful insights into your autistic child and their abilities and needs but includes advice in abling your child to reach their full potential. It shows us autism as a different way of being, not a defect, and sets realistic goals for those with autism. I think much of this advice could apply to children whether or not they are autistic. I will definitely be recommending this book to family members.
clarkecorner's review against another edition
5.0
I think everyone who knows or interacts with a child with Autism should read this Book!! This book was suggested to me by another mom. I have a Daughter with Autism she is 9. I wish I would have found this book sooner. It is a book you will read again and again or just use as a reference to back to. I think grandparents and teachers should all read this book because it help you understand Autism through a different view or just understand it if you don’t! I loved this book even though I already know a lot about Autism. Thanks NetGalley!!
mazza57's review against another edition
4.0
a very well written clear and concise account of Autism
relentlesszebra's review against another edition
4.0
Really great info overall, though balance felt off in places (too brief at times and too wordy at others). A very helpful read though!
redhickory's review against another edition
3.0
I didn't find this as useful as “Ten Things Every Child with Autism Wishes You Knew”, partly because it goes over some of the same ground as the other book and partly because it is more abstract, with less useful examples.
However, I liked her way of viewing things, saying "it's not about singling out the ASD child for special treatment. It's about teaching to the strengths and deficits of a different kind of learner." She also rejects the unfair argument, asking are we offering unfair help to a child who is allowed to wear glasses to see?
I also liked that she puts the onus on teachers to make an effort to understand that kids with an ASD think differently and she says from the child's POV, "Your way of thinking is so natural to you that you cannot even imagine that it is foreign to me".
Another point she makes that I like is "throw away the idea that all you have to do is try harder. If we aren't trying through compatible channels, we can try until we cry and it won't even matter. We have to try smarter, not just harder." That almost applies to everybody and all things, but it is something that is forgotten. Adults love "try harder" or "you're not trying hard enough".
This book basically advocates that teachers and parents put ego aside to help kids, and sometimes that means asking for help - we can't all do all thing and we can all be everything to everybody and the only failure is if we fail to recognize when we can no longer do what we set out to do and fail to ask for help.
However, I liked her way of viewing things, saying "it's not about singling out the ASD child for special treatment. It's about teaching to the strengths and deficits of a different kind of learner." She also rejects the unfair argument, asking are we offering unfair help to a child who is allowed to wear glasses to see?
I also liked that she puts the onus on teachers to make an effort to understand that kids with an ASD think differently and she says from the child's POV, "Your way of thinking is so natural to you that you cannot even imagine that it is foreign to me".
Another point she makes that I like is "throw away the idea that all you have to do is try harder. If we aren't trying through compatible channels, we can try until we cry and it won't even matter. We have to try smarter, not just harder." That almost applies to everybody and all things, but it is something that is forgotten. Adults love "try harder" or "you're not trying hard enough".
This book basically advocates that teachers and parents put ego aside to help kids, and sometimes that means asking for help - we can't all do all thing and we can all be everything to everybody and the only failure is if we fail to recognize when we can no longer do what we set out to do and fail to ask for help.
momsplans's review against another edition
3.0
Loved some of the information here that will help both parents who have kids with autism as well as those who interact with kids with autism. However, I listened to this as an audio book, and the tone often felt condescending. Not sure if the book was that way, or if it was just the way the narrator read it, but that put a damper on my enjoyment of this book.
menfort's review against another edition
4.0
Read this on my lunch breaks and I gained some useful information as a teacher but I think parents would get more out it.