This highly practical resource book is full of realistic and achievable strategies to help teachers to support neurodiverse students in a range of situations that, whilst often seemingly insignificant, can quickly become substantial and disruptive challenges in the mainstream classroom.
Written with the busy teacher in mind, chapters are easy to dip in and out of, with jargon-free language and simple explanations which are easy to understand and put into practice. Clear chapters explore a variety of situations and topics to help children engage in their learning and make the classroom a safe and inviting place to be for autistic students.
Key features include:
Written by an advisory teacher for autism with a wealth of experience, this book will be an invaluable tool for both primary and secondary teachers in mainstream settings, as well as other education professionals.
Front Matter
Section 1: First Ask the Pupil
Section 2: Anxiety
Section 3: Behaviour
Section 4: Communication
Section 5: Diagnosis
Section 6: Independence Skills
Section 7: Relationships
Section 8: Routines
Section 9: School Life
Section 10: Sensory Needs
Section 11: Skills for learning
Section 12: Social Skills
Index
"Debbie Riall is passionate about her work and that passion runs through every word of this excellent book. She offers hard-won common sense from the frontline of the classroom in a clearly structured, easily accessible way. For the busy practitioner juggling the demands of classroom life this book provides hundreds of practical strategies for teaching autistic pupils. Crucially, the book is easily navigated signposting the reader to simple solutions to complex problems. Whether you are new to the world of autism and edging yourself slowly along or experienced and confident in your practice, this book will be your ‘sat-nav’ helping you get there or get there sooner."
- Dr Martin Hanbury, Executive Headteacher, Chatsworth Multi-Academy Trust
"This is such a valuable resource for all education staff who support autistic pupils. It's full of information, with loads of ideas for practical ways to support pupils in the classroom."
- Jodi Roberts, Speech & Language Therapist