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Kids may have fewer responsibilities than mom and dad, but childhood can still be one of the most stressful periods in life. The stresses of school, extracurricular activities, and even day-to-day family living can make kids feel overwhelmed and distracted. To make matters worse, children have very little control over the events in their lives, and haven't had as much practice managing stress as adults. In Parenting Your Stressed Child, you'll learn...
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A Comprehensive Guide for Parents and Caregivers! As any parent or caregiver of an individual with developmental disabilities can tell you, planning for the future of an adult with intellectual disabilities, Cerebral Palsy, severe autism, or another such condition requires hard work and good advice. While complete independence and self-reliance is out of reach for many adults with developmental disabilities, a productive, stable, and enjoyable life...
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Down Syndrome, Blessed With This Ability, Now Imagine Life without Me is a book that portrays seven different families that share their experiences of their children who were blessed with Down syndrome. Parents, if you have received a diagnosis of Down syndrome, this book is a must read. These unique journeys will touch your heart and un-cloud your future.
These angels chose us to be their parents, and this book will show you that your special journey...
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What makes McKenzie special? She is deaf and autistic, but she is not afraid.
It's Me, McKenzie! Uses heartfelt words to paint a literary picture of the daily trek navigated by a child with special needs. Join McKenzie on this written journey as she discovers her inner strength and courage with the helping hands of her family, friends, teachers, and peers.
It's Me, McKenzie! is based on the true, and truly brave, life of the author's little...
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An "excellent true-crime study" of a female serial killer given the death penalty for poisoning at least three men between 1973 and 1989 (Publishers Weekly).
Widowed Blanche Taylor Moore was about to lose her second spouse to symptoms that mysteriously mirrored those that killed her first husband-as well as her previous boyfriend. When an investigation reveals arsenic poisoning, the hideous truth about the wife and mother comes to light. Did the abuse...
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Growing up is never easy, but it's even more challenging for siblings of children with special needs. At a time in their lives when all they really want to do is fit in, the reality of their situation prevents them from doing so. This book addresses many of the common thoughts, concerns, and feelings expressed by young adults who have siblings with special needs. It gets at the root of what is truly important: knowledge, empowerment, and perspective....
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Motivational rhymes are a source of inspiration and encouragement, cleverly crafted in poetic form to uplift spirits and foster positive attitudes. These rhymes often convey empowering messages, emphasizing virtues like perseverance, courage, and resilience. They serve as a beacon of motivation, nudging individuals to overcome challenges, pursue goals, and embrace a positive mindset.Infused with optimism, these rhymes are designed to spark a sense...
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Borderline Personality Disorder is a serious illness that has historically been misunderstood, misdiagnosed and mistreated. It has been wrongfully stigmatized in the medical community. It is in fact a very treatable condition, with increasingly positive results when identified early and addressed appropriately.
Thankfully, recent developments in the fields of Psychiatry and Psychology have enhanced the understanding and treatment of the Borderline...
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This is the story of a little boy, who loses his father when he was almost eight-years-old and is forced to quit school at the age of 10, in order to get a job working as an agricultural worker to help support his family of seven. He enjoys school very much, so he is not too happy about leaving it. He works in agriculture-related jobs for a while, until he lands a job as a pig and goat herder. Though he enjoys his new job, he dreams of getting a good...
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This is a novella about spirituality and death through the eyes of a child. From the age of three Dillon finds that by sitting in his bear chair he can float out of his body. When out of body, Dillon is invisible, and can pass through solid objects and communicate with spirits. When he was eight, Dillon got a motorized tractor with an attached wagon. When his best friend, Daren, drives Dillons tractor into the road and is struck and killed by a truck,...
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Raising Jess is the powerful story of one family's survival when faced with adversity. Written with compassion, honesty, and humor, it tells of a family changed forever by the birth of a child with special needs, and their courageous decision to choose hope.
"I was twenty-four years old and about to deliver my first child. Oh, and I also had the chickenpox." So begins the story of a first-time mom who learns her infant daughter has severe, multiple...
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Matthew was born in September of 1997 with a rare genetic disorder called trisomy 22. His parents were told by the genetic director that he would be severely mentally retarded and never walk, never talk, or have much of a life, that they should not waste their time caring for him and put him in an institution for care.
He has endured fifteen surgeries, thousands of therapy sessions and requires 24-7 care. Although he is now twenty-one years old and...
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Welcome to the twisted little mind of Amanda Winn Lee. Come take a stroll through her consciousness as she navigates the arduous- and sometimes surprisingly hilarious- journey of her family's battles with cancer. Acquaint yourself with her goofy preexisting mental condition leading up to her stint as the terrified mother of a seriously ill infant. Once the madness begins, her acerbic wit and bizarre brand of humor carry her through some of every parent's...
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Enjoy Halloween and Thanksgiving more than ever with THE PUMPKIINS OF HAPPY TOWN.
Children's imaginations will grow as they think about the faces they can carve on pumpkins, as well as the pumpkin sizes & shapes that best suit the characters they have in mind.
With fresh faces, pumpkins gain personalities and a new name, Jack-o'-lanterns. The thrill of make-believe builds until Halloween night when jack-'o-lanterns light the paths for trick-or-treaters.
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Your Road Map to Rediscovering Joy, Fun, and Togetherness Having a child with an autism spectrum disorder may mean that you have to change your life. It can seem as though there are so many things you just can't do. But there are adventures-large and small-that kids with autism love, and they are waiting for your whole family! Just think outside of the ordinary, look for reachable sensory experiences, come prepared, and keep an open mind, and everyone...
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"It's a Beautiful Night" is a cheery story of Corie who spent her special weekend with her grandparents. This young girl is loved and cherished by both of her beloved grandparents. Once dinnertime was over, grandma asked Corie for a walk outside.
The little girl who was at first a bit hesitant of the darkness has realized that there's nothing to be afraid of when God is just by her side.
Deborah Kitt's new book is a heartening piece that brings...
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There is a place deep in your soul that aches when you realize that there is something not quite right with your child. "Not quite right" is not necessarily a bad thing; it's just something different than what you may have imagined. This book will take you along our journey with autism-from the beginning of acceptance to the amazing, self-directed life that can be achieved. My goal is to encourage parents and caregivers of children with special needs...
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Jennifer Giustra-Kozek is a therapist who practices in Connecticut, and is also the mother of a son with Autism Spectrum disorders. After treating Evan bio-medically, along with other healing practices, Jennifer witnessed the kind of improvements that every parent of a similarly diagnosed child dreams of: Evan no longer grunts and screams, throws toys, hits others, or has mood swings. He no longer throws himself into fits of uncontrollable rage, listens...
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Gone... but not forgotten? Amy loved everything about her mom: her smile, her smell, her gentle laugh. On the day her mom died, it felt as though the sun went dark. Her dad bought a house with wheels and they started moving, but no matter how many new places they went, the sun never came back out. At least, not until Mary showed up and handed Amy a box of Froot Loops. Amy loved Mary from the very first day-almost as much as her dad did. Amy began...
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