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.
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.
This book focuses on the core challenges associated with autism (cognitive, sensory, social and emotional) and provides concise, accessible information...
and simple tools for supporting children with these vulnerabilities.
Understand yourself and make choices that are right for you.
This straight-talking, informative guide will help adults on the autism spectrum to unravel the complexities of sexuality and relationships and navigate the associated social, emotional and physical issues. Expert advice and real-life examples give you the knowledge to reflect on your own sexuality, provide you with information on different types of relationships and give you the confidence to decide which relationships are right for you. Together with important information on sexual health and emotional wellbeing, this book will help you to understand how to find and maintain a relationship of your choosing in a safe and enjoyable way.
The authors of The Autism Transition Guide know how overwhelming it can be for parents of students on the autism spectrum to think about what will happen when their son or daughter graduates from...
high school and leaves the familiar supports of special education behind. That’s why Bruey and Urban wrote this practical guide to transition planning–a road map for families, educators, counselors, and transition specialists to navigating this crucial, sometimes tricky journey from high school to adult life.
A practical handbook for autistic teens and tweens.
The book explores what it feels like to be a young person on the autism spectrum and looks at all the brilliant things autistic people can do. Full of insights about being awesome and autistic, this book celebrates the strengths of autism, and benefits of understanding the world in a different way. It looks at all the reasons being you and thinking differently can be totally awesome!
Get your message across more clearly, spot potential clues someone is lying, identify when a member of the opposite sex may be interested in you, give an impression of greater confidence to others.
A comprehensive, themed index directs readers with specific queries straight to their area of interest.”
The Boys' Guide to Growing Up gives boys with intellectual disabilities the facts they need to navigate puberty.
Written at a third-grade reading level for boys aged 9-16 with Down syndrome, autism, cerebral palsy, mental retardation, fragile X, or other special needs.
This book offers easy-to-use sound advice to help ease your anxiety, depression, and other emotions that can result from being bullied.
The step-by-step activities in this workbook will also help you build confidence in your interactions with others. Bullying can happen to anyone, but with a little guidance you can make real, positive changes, and reclaim your life once and for all.
The definitive handbook for anyone affected by Asperger's Syndrome. It brings together a wealth of information on all aspects of the syndrome for children through to adults.
Drawing on case studies and personal accounts from Attwood’s extensive clinical experience and from his correspondence with individuals with AS, this book is both authoritative and extremely accessible. There is an invaluable FAQ chapter and a section listing useful resources for anyone wishing to find further information on a particular aspect of AS, as well as literature and educational tools.
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.
This inventive colour picture book uses the metaphor of a train to teach basic conventions of conversation to children with autism spectrum disorders.
This highly visual approach to conversation is ideally suited to children with ASD’s aged approximately 5-13
Fifteen-year-old Christopher has a photographic memory. He understands maths. He understands science. What he can't understand are other human beings.
When he finds his neighbour’s dog lying dead on the lawn, he decided to track down the killer and write a murder mystery about it. But what other mysteries will he end up uncovering?
"Isolates, examines and explains in simple terms, each component of body language.
Regardless of your vocation or position in life, you will be able to use it to obtain a better understanding of life’s most complex event – a face-to-face encounter with another person. It will make you more aware of your own non-verbal cues and signals, and will show you how to use them to communicate effectively and how to get the reactions you want.”
Help for unprepared, late and scattered teens.
This easy-to-use workbook provides powerful tips to help you get organised, retain information, communicate effectively, and succeed in school and life. The workbook includes fun activities to help you better understand how your brain works and arm you with the skills you need to handle daily challenges and frustrations. Whether it’s taking better notes in class or remembering details, this book is your ticket to success.
