Children with autism CAN learn about God!

Endorsed by religious leaders, this groundbreaking book offers a step-by-step lesson plan for family members, educators, and church staff—including scripted narratives, group activities, prayers, scripture readings, classroom setup guidance, lists of additional resources, and more. Each lesson is also accompanied by a Scripture Study for instructors to help them prepare for each class, where the author provides additional ideas and discussion questions.

STUDENTS learn about:

• Creation
• Adam and Eve
• Temptation
• Cain and Abel
• Noah
• Abraham
• Isaac and Rebekah
• Jacob
• Joseph
• Moses
• Passover

PARENTS and TEACHERS learn:

• Autism Ministry
• Class Setup
• How Kids Learn
• How to Prepare
• How to Teach
• And more!

This book is certified by the Nihil Obstat and Imprimatur to be free of doctrinal or moral error.

Binding: Paperback
Pages: 97

Kathy Labosh graduated from Penn State and became an economist. She is now a stay-at-home mom to Sam and Nicky, both of whom are children with autism. It became her mission to help others in similar situations. Kathy formed a Special Education Religion Class and is the author of a specialized curriculum for children with autism, currently in development. Kathy has also received an Honorable Mention for children’s fiction from Writer’s Digest.

Kathy continues to work on additional books in The Child with Autism series, including The Child with Autism at Home and in the Community (2011), The Child with Autism Goes to Florida (2011), and The Child with Autism Learns MORE about Faith (in progress).

Ms. Labosh is also a speaker on the topic of autism. She spoke at the 2005 Catholic Educators conference, and has presented information to the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. She frequently speaks to groups near her home.

"The book’s easy-to-use lessons and multi-sensory approach are just right for teaching children with ASD. … The practical tips will help congregations engage all children with opportunities to grow in faith. The lessons can be adjusted to accommodate varying degrees of cognitive abilities. The contemplative questions for parents and caregivers are a wonderful guide that can facilitate fellowship and help family members express underlying sentiments that often remain unspoken. … this book is an essential tool for every faith community that wants to provide meaningful participation to all its members."
Sister Kathleen Schipani, IHM, and Mrs. Lori Brew
The Department for Pastoral Care for Persons with Disabilities Archdiocese of Philadelphia

"An indispensable reference tool for any parent and educator who believes in the timeless values, lessons, and mores inherent in religious history and practice. Kudos to Labosh for filling such a vital need within the exceptional community."
Aviva Engel, Editor, Exceptional Family

"I happily recommend this book, The Child with Autism Learns the Faith. … I am deeply grateful for Kathy Labosh's service to the Church in writing this excellent book to assist teachers and parents in sharing the faith with children with autism."
The Most Reverend Kevin C. Rhodes, Bishop of Harrisburg

Foreword

Preface

PART 1
The Importance of Outreach
How They Learn
Classroom Setup
Materials
Scripture Reading
Packet Time

PART 2
Creation: God Made Everything
Adam Names the Animals: God has a Job for Us
Adam & Eve: God Made Us for Others
Temptation: Sin Hurts but God Always Loves Us
Cain & Abel: Hurting Others Makes Things Worse
Noah: God Finds a Way to Save Us
Abraham: God Starts Many Nations
Isaac & Rebekah: Choosing Good Friends
Jacob: The Trickster Gets Tricked
Joseph & His Dreams: God Has a Plan for Us
Joseph in Egypt: God’s Plan is a Challenge
Moses in the Bulrushes: God Saves a Baby
Moses & the Burning Bush: God Calls Us
Moses & Pharaoh Standing Up for Your Beliefs
Passover & the Red Sea: God Saves His People

Resources
Index
About the Author

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