My Different Brain
Orlanda Bettison
Discover how neurodiversity can transform our world into a more colourful, creative and compassionate place.
SWAN Resource Library
The SWAN Resource Library is located at the SWAN Office, and contains more than 350 items. Books and DVDs are available for loan free of charge to all SWAN Members, and we have numerous FREE information pamphlets available to keep. Please contact us to enquire as to the availability of items and to borrow from our library. Resources will need to be collected from, and returned to our Busselton office, located at 12 Pettit Crescent, Busselton WA 6280.
Would you like to contribute to our Resource Library?
If you have a resource you would like to share with others, please contact us to make arrangements. Alternatively, make a Donation to SWAN. All donations over $2.00 are tax deductible.
The South West Autism Network relies on the generosity of our members and community to support the families of the south west region living with ASD.
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My Family Is Different
Carolyn Brock (National Autistic Society UK)
"It's not easy having a brother or sister who has autism or Asperger syndrome.
This cheerful book, full of puzzles, pictures to draw and colour, games and other activities, helps work through some of the issues and celebrates difference. The illustrations are partly coloured to offer colouring-in opportunities and the black and white sections are photocopiable. Carolyn is the mother of three children, including an adult with Asperger syndrome. She is also an SEN teacher and ran autism family support services for many years in Nottingham. For 4-9 year olds.
A workbook for children with a brother or sister who has autism or Asperger syndrome.”
A note from SWAN: ‘Asperger’s Syndrome’ is no longer used as a diagnosis and the term “high-functioning” is harmful, as it minimises the varied support needs of autistic people. SWAN does not endorse these terms, but recognises that this resource contains other useful information.
My Family My Life
Ewan Fowles
"Just because we have a disability it doesn't mean we are any different. We just have different abilities"
A book by 21 year old Ewan Fowles, a Perth man born with Cerebal Palsy.
My Life In A Pea Soup
Lisa Nops
A brilliant memoir written by Australian mum Lisa Nops, telling the story of her beautiful daughter Sally.
A highly personal and private insight into the worries and stress on the caring for a child with autism. Lisa Nops maps her journey of moving from the loss of a dream (of a ‘normal’ child) to acceptance. Yet the book is written with such a light touch. Many amusing incidents with Sally and anecdotes of being an expatriate in three different countries keep you totally engrossed in the story.
My Mindful Brain
Orlanda Bettison
Discover mindfulness, how it can help us feel happier and why it works. Explore simple mindfulness exercises that calm the mind and bring us back to the present moment.
My Name Is David. I Have Autism And I Was Bullied.
Dr Claudio V. Cerullo
David is a ten year old boy that just wants to feel loved, respected and part of normal play with his friends.
Help protect children with hidden disabilities like David by understanding both the facts about bullying and the greater effects it has on special needs children.
My Name Is Khan
Directed by Karan Johar
My Name Is Khan' is the triumphant story of an unconventional hero and the obstacles he must overcome to regain the love of his life.
Rizvan Khan, a Muslim man who has Asperger’s Syndrome, moves to San Francisco and falls in love with the beautiful Mandira. They marry and have a happy life; until September 11, 2001, when attitudes towards Muslims undergo an alarming change. After a series of tragic events leaves her husband devastated, Mandira splits from Rizvan, leaving alone once again. To win her back, Rizvan embarks on a touching and inspiring journey across America to clear his name and prove his love for the woman who has captured his heart.
A note from SWAN: ‘Asperger’s Syndrome’ is no longer used as a diagnosis and the term “high-functioning” is harmful, as it minimises the varied support needs of autistic people. SWAN does not endorse these terms, but recognises that this resource contains other useful information.
My Secret Bully
Trudy Ludwig
A touching, inspirational story targeted for 5- to 11-year-olds, My Secret Bully instantly draws young readers into Monica's world where she is bullied by a friend and learns how to cope and thrive.
Relational aggression is an act of emotional bullying hidden among tightly knit networks of friends. Instead of using knives and fists to bully others, emotional bullies employ relationships, words, and gestures as their weapons of attack. Emotional bullying is often dismissed as a normal rite of passage, but research shows it is as harmful as physical aggression, with devastating, long-term effects.
My Social Stories Book
Carol Gray & Abbie Leigh White
Carol Gray's social stories have been used all over the world to teach social and life skills to children on the autism spectrum.
Taking the form of short narratives, the stories in this book take children step-by step through basic activities such as brushing your teeth, taking a bath and wearing a safety belt in the car.
Naomi’s World
Naomi Lake
Follow Harmony the Hen through the world of children's author Naomi Lake.
No More Victims
Dr. Jed Baker
The digital world offers a wonderful way to communicate and socialise with others. Yet, it is also rife with the dangers of being victimised emotionally, physically, and financially.
Trusting individuals with autism spectrum disorders, who are oftentimes socially isolated, are especially vulnerable to online predators. Finally, we have a resource to help prepare them for the minefields they may encounter on the internet. In this much-needed book, Dr Baker presents three main areas of concern for our kids:
– Cyber bullying
– Online sexual predators
– Internet scams
Through Dr Baker’s invaluable advice, kids will learn what to look out for, whom to avoid, and how to protect themselves when they’re communicating online.
Nurturing Kids Hearts and Souls
Maggie Dent
This innovative and timely book explores how we can help our children build emotional, social and spiritual competence for life - especially in the early years.
Avoid consumerism, technology and being too serious.
