Mobile App Monday - Scene Speak

Scene Speak is a communication tool for those with Autism, Aphasia, Apraxia, developmental disabilities or anyone wanting to enhance receptive language or visual memory. This app for iPad allows an image to be edited with active “hotspots.” A hotspot is an area of the screen (sound areas) that can be selected and used as a means of communication. An image can have multiple “hotspots” that can be edited to add sound, text labels or link to another visual scene.

Want more information? Visit: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/scene-speak/id420492342?mt=8#

Social skills and adaptive behavior in learners with autism spectrum disorders

Looking for a text for future professionals, administrators, and consultants in educational settings? Social skills and adaptive behavior in learners with autism spectrum disorders offers advice on:
*assessing social skills with evidence-based methods and tools
*conducting interventions that really make a difference
*promoting friendships and peer acceptance
*increasing joint attention
*implementing schoolwide positive behavior support
*improving outcomes with Pivotal Response Treatment
*and more!

Want to check it out? Email us at cedir@indiana.edu or use worldcat.org to find it in a library near you.

Social Behavior and Self Management

Social Behavior and Self-Management uses scales as a way of explaining social and emotional concepts to individuals who have a hard time understanding these concepts. The 5-point scales can be used to increase communication between the person on the spectrum and their support person.

Want to check it out? Email us at cedir@indiana.edu or use worldcat.org to find it in a library near you.

Autism Spectrum Disorders: What Every Parents Needs to Know

Looking for a medical reference book on autism spectrum disorders? Autism spectrum disorders: What every parent needs to know may be just what you need. Definitions and diagnoses as well as current behavioral and development therapies are discussed in this book from the leading publisher in pediatric health care.

Want to learn more? Email us at cedir@indiana.edu to check out this title, or use worldcat.org to find it in a library near you.

Mobile App Monday - Personal Social Skills - Workplace

Workplace Social Skills is a three-part system that covers the basics of social skills on the job. The three parts include Personal, Responding and Initiating Social Skills. Personal Social Skills includes: Take Responsibility, Be Dependable, Accept Consequences, Have Self-Control, Maintain Hygiene, Grooming and Dress, Be Positive, Tell the Truth, Be Polite and Courteous, Be Assertive.

Want to learn more? Visit: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/personal-social-skills/id375377746?mt=8

Bringing ABA to home, school, and play

Book description for Bringing ABA to home school, and play:
"Applied behavior analysis (ABA) is one of the most effective interventions for children with autism spectrum disorders and other disabilities. Now you can bring ABA best practices into any early childhood setting with this book your complete guide to using ABA within everyday routines to support children s learning, participation, and development."

Want to check it out? Email us at cedir@indiana.edu or use worldcat.org to find it in a library near you.

The jolly old elf in Bloomington

Mister C

Got someone with special needs who would like to visit with Santa without the bright lights and noise? Fountain Square Mall is announcing an exclusive date when children and adults with special needs can see Mr. C in a less-frenzied environment. There will be low-level lighting and sounds, plus extra staff will be on hand for assistance.

Please plan your visit from noon until 4 p.m. on Friday, December 14th, at the Fountain Square Mall.

For additional information, contact Chris Cockerham at 812-332-0053.

The Asperkid's Secret Book of Social Rules

Book Description:
"Being a teen or tween isn't easy for anyone -- but it's especially tough for Asperkids. I know. I was one, I taught a whole bunch, and I am going to be raising three! That's also why I know that Asperkdis deserve their very own guide to all of the hidden social rules that are awfully confusing to us, even if they seem obvious to everyone else. "The Asperkids' (Secret) Rule Book of Social Rules." This isn't your momma's Emily Post, and there is no "don't do this" finger-wagging or patronizing "high and mighty preaching" here. Instead, the "Secret" Book gives Asperkids (aged 10-17) respectful, funny insights written "for Aspies by an Aspie." Chock full of illustrations, logic and even a practice session or six (in comic strip style, thank you very much!), this is the handbook every adult Aspie wishes we'd had growing up, but never did."

Want to check it out? Email us at cedir@indiana.edu or use worldcat.org to find it in a library near you.

Mobile App Monday - (DTT) Words

Want to help your child learn sight words (the first words that your child should learn to recognize). This version of DTT Words includes 39 sight words for preschool children and offers both a male and female voice. Additional word packs (kindergarten, first, second and third grade) are also available for purchase.

For more information, please visit: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/dtt-autism-words-by-drbrownsapps.com/id427789424?mt=8