Stop Bullying Pocketbook
Michele Eliot
A pocketful of step-in-and-syop-it strategies to stamp out all forms og bullying including cyber bullying
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.
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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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Stories of Hope & Recovery
Beyond Blue
Personal accounts of depression, anxiety and related disorders.
Stress Can Really Get On Your Nerves
Trevor Romain & Elizabeth Verdick
More kids than ever feel worried, stressed out, and anxious every day. Their parents and teachers may not know, because kids don't want to talk about it...
or they don’t know how to put their worries into words. Their “secret stress” surfaces as stomachaches, headaches, fatigue, trouble sleeping, loss of appetite, and an inability to concentrate. These and other stress-related symptoms can have a negative effect on school performance, family life, and friendships. From the best-selling authors of , this book is a helping hand for kids and an eye-opener for adults. Reassuring words, silly jokes, and light-hearted cartoons let kids know they’re not the only worry-warts on the planet-and they can learn to manage their stress. A “What, Me Worry?” section describes the causes of stress and its physical and emotional effects. “How to Be a Panic Mechanic” gives kids ideas for dealing with stress and being stronger and more assertive. Upbeat, positive, fact-filled, and friendly, this is the book on stress for kids and young adolescents.
Students With Disabilities In Mainstream Classrooms
Anthony Shaddock, Loretta Giorcelli & Sue Smith
This resource has been written for mainstream teachers who have, or are about to have, a student with a disability in their classroom.
The booklet may also be useful for teaching assistants, parents and others. The resource is based on recent research and experience in schools and classrooms across Australia. The resource is divided into 3 sections:
Superflex Takes On Brain Eater and The Team of Unthinkables
Stephanie Madrigal and Michelle Garcia Winner
Throughout the Superflex series, Superflex takes on different Unthinkables with his Social Thinking powers.
In this newest installment of the Superflex series, the Social Thinking superhero takes on his nemesis Brain Eater. Brain Eater distracts kids from doing their everyday tasks, like getting ready for school or listening in class. By using his Social Thinking strategies and his tool, the Superflex Distractor Shield, he is able to defeat the distracting disputant Brain Eater, while also teaching the students invaluable strategies for defeating their own Brain Eaters! This book is a great tool to help kids who have a hard time staying on task due to their own Brain Eaters getting the best of them! For 3rd – 5th graders
Tagged
Australian Communications & Media Authority (ACMA)
What you do could tag you for life. When a group of high-school friends post a rumour about a rival, it sparks a chain reaction that leaves no-one untouched.
Cyberbullying, sexting, filmed rights and police action ensue – will these friends avoid being tagged forever?
Taking Care Of Yourself & Your Family
John Ashfield
LOANED OUT - Contains helpful information about depression, anxiety and related disorders, including alcohol and drug problems, and offers self-help strategies that may assist people...
to get through the tough times and find the right help.
Taking Turns
Jenny Feely
Have fun learning how to get along with others by helping your friends and family, listening to what they have to say, sharing your toys and taking turns.
Talking Together About An Autism Diagnosis
Rachel Pike (National Autistic Society UK)
A guide for parents and carers of children with an autism spectrum disorder. A person with a ASD has a right to know their diagnosis.
There are definite advantages to talking about the diagnosis, but these vary between individuals. Knowing their diagnosis can come as a great relief and comfort.
Tara Grows Up
The IHC Group NZ
A guide to periods and puberty for young women with intellectual disabilities.
Tasks Galore Literature-Based Thematic Units
Laurie Eckenrode and Pat Fennell
Embedded throughout these curriculum areas are concepts and tasks ideas regarding the fine arts, movement, technology and simple tools.
The accompanying activities are intended neither as a curriculum nor as a teaching guide but rather as an alternate way to provide information to students.
Teach Me With Pictures
Simone Griffin, Ruth Harris and Linda Hodgson
An easy-to-use resource for professionals, this book provides fun and practical ideas to help motivate and extend communication and play skills in children with autism with the support of pictures.
The book describes how picture scripts can help facilitate play and learning and provides 40 photocopiable scripts across a range of different activities such as drawing, cooking, using construction toys, imaginative play, arts and crafts, and social games. Tasks are presented in small manageable step-by-step picture sequences and support a range of skills including following instructions, increasing independence, comprehension, story-telling and choice-making. Ideal for special education teachers, early years practitioners, speech and language therapists, and occupational therapists, this will be an excellent tool for any classroom or therapy setting
