Albert Is My Friend: Helping Children Understand Autism

Luck, Jan; Barboa, Linda

ISBN 10: 0999409883 / ISBN 13: 9780999409886

Published by Infinity Kids Press, 2022

Unread book in perfect condition. Seller Inventory # 44171931

Synopsis:

Meet Albert. He doesn't say much, but has a lot of great ideas. Mary Louise likes Albert even though he is different from her other friends. Albert and Mary Louise want everyone to know that being different is okay. "Albert is My Friend: Helping Children to Understand Autism" is about the friendship between a young boy, Albert, who is on the autism spectrum and his friend, Mary Louise. Together they describe and explain some common autism behaviors at a child's level of understanding. This read-aloud book has engaging color pictures that will hold the attention of children and adults. This book presents a positive attitude and is a must read for family members, teachers, and community members.

About the Authors: Jan Luck holds a degree in speech pathology and audiology. She began her career working for the State of Arkansas serving clients of all ages with special needs. She worked as a speech therapist for the Mountain Home, Arkansas Public Schools, where she served children on the autism spectrum. Mrs. Luck has developed and presented continuing education seminars on the topic of autism for teachers, therapists, and parents. She has been a guest speaker in many university classes. She is a contributing author to the book Stars in her Eyes; Navigating the Maze of Childhood Autism. Mrs. Luck currently resides in Nixa, Missouri.

Dr. Linda Barboa holds degrees in speech-language patholoogy and audiology, psychology, communication sciences and disorders, psychology, and early childhood education. She has worked as an educator in the United States and Europe. Dr. Barboa has authored numerous books in the field of autism, including Stars in Her Eyes: Navigating the Maze of Childhood Autism, Tic Toc Autism Clock, It's No Biggie: Autism in the Early Childhood Classroom, The Complete Guide to Becoming an Autism Friendly Professional, and Autism- What Schools are Missing. She has also written several books to help children understand autism. She is the founder of STARS for Autism, a non-profit organization created to develop educational materials about autism. Dr. Barboa developed an award-winning program to promote autism friendly cities and is the recipient of the prestigious JEFFERSON AWARD FOR PUBLIC SERVICE.

Eisner-nominated illustrator and creator of the Fantasy adventure, the Bean.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Albert Is My Friend: Helping Children ...
Publisher: Infinity Kids Press
Publication Date: 2022
Binding: Soft cover
Illustrator: Hanson, Travis
Condition: As New