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$19.95
Children with autism spectrum disorders, learning disabilities, behavioral disorders and English Language Learners often face more social challenges in this area than their peers. Written by an experienced special educator and behavior therapist, this book helps educational professionals create an open and inviting school environment for these children, promoting understanding and helping them feel like they belong. A multitude of suggestions for de-veloping programs that teach critical social skills include circle games and activities, book clubs, relationships circles and much more.
Book Reviews “With Open Arms brings social structures, supports, empathy, and practial strategies to school faculty and staff in a user-friendly way. Without the detailed steps outlined in Schlieder’s book, students with social deficits would be left once again to fend for themselves feeling isolated, alone, and often bullied. Every educator everywhere should consider using circles, activities, and teams to develop social supports for their students. Most educators know why. This book provides the ‘how.’”
“We were immensely blessed to have as gifted a person as Mary Schlieder help meet our son’s educational, social, and emotional needs as he navigated his most difficult teen years. We feel saddened for all the youth with special needs who do not have the support that she made possible for our son’s success. However, we are thrilled that through this book she is now able to impact so many more lives with her very successful strategies.”
“Through my Circle of Friends, other kids can learn about my Asperger Syndrome and how they can help me. Because of what Mrs. Schlieder has done, I look forward to coming to school every day, knowing that my teachers and friends are always there for me.”
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With
Open Arms: Creating School Communities of Support for Kids with Social
Challenges Using Circle of Friends, Extracurricular Activities, and Learning
Teams by
Mary Schlieder, M.S.
