At long last, the Autism Angel spreads her wings! This powerful guide to intervention and education empowers you with skills and motivation to foster success in youngsters with autism. Each page contains uplifting strategies, experience-based wisdom, and heart-fueling inspiration to help caregivers and professionals apply the techniques and attitudes that have made Jennifer Abeles one of the most respected professionals in the autism community. Her unique, child-centered approach has already improved the lives of countless individuals with autism. Your child or student can be next! Let the Autism Angel be your guide as you journey into The Heart of Autism.
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 188
Jennifer Abeles neither has autism herself nor does she have a child with autism. Years ago, she felt a “calling” to help people with autism, and she simply began to help them—one at a time—with remarkable success. She began to dream of sharing the knowledge she had stored up by creating outreach programs and empowering parents and professionals alike. She continues to fulfill her goal of “improving the quality of life for individuals with autism, one heart at a time.”
Chapter One: Burying Myths, Embracing Truths
Highlighting stereotypes, myths, and misconceptions about those with
autism, and illuminating the truths that undo them
Chapter Two: Stories of Hope and Joy
Real life examples of people, programs, and places where autism has left
a positive mark or been met with success
Chapter Three: The Difference is a Gift
How autism can actually be an asset and a blessing in some lives
Chapter Four: Making Peace With Autism
How you can live within the contradiction: working to lessen the obstacles
of autism while simultaneously accepting the autistic individual
Chapter Five: Your Chance to Shine
The 20 key secrets to being the most powerful, effective, and positive
presence in the life of someone with autism
Chapter Six: Realism Meets Inspiration
How to handle the rough spots and challenging realities that face us in the
world of autism
Chapter Seven: The World Around You
Reaping the maximum benefits of the world around you and staying
connected to life outside of autism.
