Life Skills for Teenagers with Disabilities: Guide for parents/carers

Life Skills for Teenagers with Disabilities: Guide for parents/carers

This is a practical guide for parents and caregivers of teenagers with disabilities, focusing on developing life skills to prepare them for adulthood. The guide covers: Transitioning from childhood to more teenage-appropriate routines, promoting independence in personal care like bathing, eating, and sleep habits. It…


How to explain an FASD diagnosis to your child (booklet)

How to explain an FASD diagnosis to your child (booklet)

This resource is an 8-page booklet providing tips for caregivers on explaining a diagnosis of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) to their child. It was created by CanFASD, a Canadian network focused on FASD prevention, diagnosis, intervention and support. The booklet first provides a simple…


Social Stories for Autism & Learning Difficulties

Social Stories for Autism & Learning Difficulties

  BEHAVIOURAL CHALLENGES Chewing Picking my nose Screaming BODY Being naked/private parts Masturbation (boys) Puberty (boys) What are private parts? BOUNDARIES Hugging Hugs Keeping my clothes on (boys) Keeping my clothes on (girls) My friend has a cast Personal space Sex talk in public Touching…


Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder: Information Sheets

Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder: Information Sheets

The resource is a set of 10 information sheets which aims to provide practitioners with knowledge and skills to support children who may have Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD). The first sheet introduces FASD, noting it is an umbrella term for the range of effects…


Understanding Bedwetting(Enuresis): A guide for parents/carers

Understanding Bedwetting (Enuresis): A guide for parents/carers

“Understanding Bedwetting (Enuresis): A Guide for Parents/Carers” is a helpful resource that provides information and guidance regarding bedwetting in children. It aims to support parents and caregivers in understanding the causes of bedwetting, the assessment process, and possible interventions to manage and treat the condition….


Teach Kids About Autism Kit for Kids Engaging Programme

Teach Kids About Autism: Kit for Kids Engaging Programme

The “Teach Kids About Autism: Kit for Kids” is an engaging program designed to educate elementary and middle school students about autism and promote inclusivity in the classroom. The kit includes various resources aimed at increasing awareness and understanding of autistic peers among students. At…


FAS Parenting Children Affectedby Fetal Alcohol Syndrome: A Guide for Daily Living

FAS Parenting Children Affectedby Fetal Alcohol Syndrome: A Guide for Daily Living

The “FAS Parenting Children Affectedby Fetal Alcohol Syndrome: A Guide for Daily Living” is a valuable resource for caregivers and professionals working with children affected by Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS). It provides up-to-date information on FAS, emphasising prevention, recognition, and intervention. The guidebook covers topics…


Sensory processing and self-regulation - How to help your child: Parents' booklet

Sensory processing and self-regulation – How to help your child: Parents’ booklet

“Sensory Processing and Self-Regulation: How to Help Your Child” is a helpful parents’ booklet that offers practical guidance for understanding and supporting children with sensory processing difficulties. The booklet covers the basics of sensory integration, including the eight senses involved, and explores common sensory challenges…


Sensory Strategies: Teenager Information Pack

Sensory Strategies: Teenager Information Pack

The Sensory Strategies: Teenager Information Pack is a comprehensive resource designed to provide valuable insights and practical advice for teenagers and parents navigating sensory processing difficulties. It covers topics such as understanding sensory processing, exploring sensory processing differences in young people, transitioning to teenage routines,…


ADHD: Parents' guide

ADHD: Parents’ guide

The “ADHD: Parents’ Guide” is a resource booklet designed to provide parents and carers with information and support for understanding and supporting their child with ADHD. Whether parents are just starting to consider the possibility of their child having ADHD or their child has already…


ADHD: A teenager’s guide

The booklet is a helpful resource designed to provide information and support for teenagers who have ADHD or anyone who knows a teenager with ADHD. This booklet explains what ADHD is and how it can affect teenagers, including the challenges and strengths associated with the…


ADHD: Guide for children

The “ADHD: Guide for children” is a beautifully illustrated and colourful resource designed to help children better understand what ADHD is, how it affects them, and how to manage its symptoms. The guide covers a range of important topics related to ADHD, including the positive…


An Introduction to ADHD: Parents' guide

An Introduction to ADHD: Parents’ guide

“An Introduction to ADHD: Parents’ Guide” is a concise and informative booklet that serves as an introduction to attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) for parents. With 36 pages of valuable information, this guide covers various aspects of ADHD, including its definition, diagnosis process, prevalence, and…


Coronavirus (COVID-19): Resources for parents/carers

TALKING TO CHILDREN ABOUT COVID-19 (CORONAVIRUS): A GUIDE FOR PARENTS & CARERS The guide contains advice for parents and carers on how to talk to children about coronavirus. Click here to view/download A CARTOON BOOK FOR COVID-19 AWARENESS A cartoon book for children explaining what…


Life Journey Through Autism: A Guide to Safety

Life Journey Through Autism: A Guide to Safety

“Life Journey Through Autism: A Guide to Safety” is a comprehensive resource designed for parents and family members of individuals with autism. The guide aims to equip them with the necessary tools, tips, and information to identify and address safety concerns in various settings, including…


Brothers, Sisters, and Autism: A Parent’s Guide

Brothers, Sisters, and Autism: A Parent’s Guide

“Brothers, Sisters, and Autism: A Parent’s Guide” is a comprehensive resource designed to support parents in navigating the unique dynamics of siblings with autism. This guide addresses a range of topics, providing valuable insights and practical strategies to promote understanding and positive relationships among siblings….


Life as an Autism Sibling: A Guide for Teens

Life as an Autism Sibling: A Guide for Teens

“Life as an Autism Sibling: A Guide for Teens” is a valuable resource written in a Q&A format, specifically designed to address the unique challenges that teenage siblings may encounter when they have a brother or sister with autism. This guide provides insightful tips, practical…


Autism, My Sibling, and Me - colorful workbook (for young sibling)

Autism, My Sibling, and Me – colorful workbook (for young sibling)

“Autism, My Sibling, and Me” is a colorful workbook specifically designed to engage and support young children who have a sibling with autism. Filled with vibrant illustrations and cartoon characters, this workbook takes young readers on a journey of understanding and acceptance. Through relatable characters…


50 Smart Discipline Tips for Your Child with ADHD (booklet)

50 Smart Discipline Tips for Your Child with ADHD (booklet)

The ’50 Smart Discipline Tips for Your Child with ADHD’ is a booklet from ADDitude Magazine providing 50 tips for effectively disciplining children with ADHD. It covers setting clear expectations, choosing appropriate consequences, promoting self-control through routines and rewards, remaining calm, using praise and encouragement,…


Healthy Relationships Workbook (for people with learning difficulties)

Healthy Relationships Workbook (for people with learning difficulties)

The “Healthy Relationship Workbook” is a valuable resource designed to support individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities in understanding and navigating healthy relationships. This workbook, written in plain English and suitable for high school-aged individuals and beyond, addresses important topics such as personal rules, different…


Sexual Health, Relationships & Parenthood: workbook for people with learning disability

Sexual Health, Relationships & Parenthood: workbook for people with learning disability

The “Sexual Health, Relationships, and Parenthood: A Workbook Resource for One-to-One Support” is a valuable tool tailored for educators, parents, and caregivers to provide comprehensive Relationships, Sexual Health, and Parenthood Education to young people with learning disabilities. Aligned with Curriculum For Excellence Health and Wellbeing…


When Your Brother or Sister Has Cancer: A Guide for Teens

When Your Brother or Sister Has Cancer: A Guide for Teens

The “When Your Brother or Sister Has Cancer: A Guide for Teens,” is a resource provided by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, National Institutes of Health. It is designed to support teenagers who have a sibling with cancer. Click here to view/download…


My Going to Surgery Book (Read-along colouring book for kids)

My Going to Surgery Book (Read-along colouring book for kids)

This  coloring book is designed to help prepare children and their families for surgery. The book aims to educate children on what to expect before, during, and after surgery in an age-appropriate way. It uses simple language and illustrations to walk through the surgical process,…


Pictures of My Journey - Activity book for kids with cancer

Pictures of My Journey – Activity book for kids with cancer

Pictures of My Journey is a 28-page illustrated activity book created by the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society for children ages 5-12 undergoing cancer treatment. The book uses engaging activities like coloring, matching games, word scrambles, puzzles, drawing, and journaling prompts to help children process and…


My living positively hand-book (Workbook for children with HIV)

My living positively hand-book (Workbook for children with HIV)

The “My Living Positively Handbook” is a purposeful workbook designed for children living with HIV. Created collaboratively by children, families, healthcare professionals, educators, and counselors, this workbook offers easy-to-understand content and captivating illustrations. It is thoughtfully structured to educate children about HIV while empowering them…