The Millstone Times April 2019

KIDS & CAMP

Medicaid/J.A.C.C. Covered Service This book helps children to identify their different emotions. It explains that emotions come in different intensities. It gives children appropriate ways to handle their emotions. This is an interactive book that uses a dry erase marker. This book can act as a journal for your child to write down their own emotions and responses. 3. “Armond Goes to a Party” By: Nancy Carlson This book is about Armond’s dislike for parties. With the help of his friend Felicia and her mother, he ends up enjoying Felicia’s birthday party. This is about the challenge a social gathering can be like. 4. "The Autism Acceptance Book: Being a Friend to Someone with Autism” By: Ellen Sabin This education tool is a conversation starter. It is an interactive book that can help all children understand and accept Autism. This is a good book fo the classroom as well. 5. The Conversation Train By: Joe Shaul This book uses illustrations to help children visualize the art of conversation. This book also has worksheets that your child can fill out to understand the basic manners of conversation. 6. How to Talk to an Autistic Kid By: Daniel Stefanski The author has Autism himself. He helps the reader understand the reactions of a child with Autism to certain situations. This book is great for all children to understand and learn about Autism. 7. My Social Stories Book By: Carol Gray This book lists effective ways for children to deal with certain social situation. It lists out all the steps for basic activities like going to school or shopping in a store. 8. Different Like Me: My Book of Autism Heroes By: Jennifer Elder This book introduces children to famous figures with Autism. It tells the story of people like Albert Einstein, who struggled to fit in, but were amazingly successful. 9. Autism Through A Sister’s Eyes By: Eve B. Pand, Ph.D. and Emily Hecht Many children have quest o s about their sibling’s Autism. This book answers those questions and more. It gives the sibling of those on the spectrum ways to cope with Autism in their household. 10. It’s Raining Cats and Dogs By: Michael Barton Those with Autism can interpret metaphors and idioms literally. This book gives some example of idioms to help those on the spectrum understand the confusing English language a little better. You have always been there for your mom, and now GoldenYears Care is here for you According to the CDC, 1 in 68 children have Autism Spectrum Disorder. This is a significant amount of children. Like all children, it is important for Autistic children to read! These following books help your child learn about the Autism spectrum: 10 Books for Children on the Autism Spectrum By: Erin Mumby 1. ”Ben has Autism. Ben is Awesome” By: Meredith Zolty Ben is a five year old with Autism. Ben shares his likes and dislikes. He also shares how he copes with certain things. The author has a son with Autism. This book helps children recognize some traits that are associated with Autism. 2. “My Book Full of Feelings: How to Control and React to the Size of Your Emotions” By: Amy Jaffe and Luci Gardner Call UsToday For ATour or Info! (732) 851-6640 www.GoldenYearsCareNJ.com • Medical AppointmentTransportation • Around-the-clock attention • Physical & OccupationalTherapy In House • Free Door-to-DoorTransportation • Delicious Food Options (Spanish, Russian, Italian & more) • Onsite & Offsite Activities: (Ping Pong, Zumba, Shopping Excursions, Museums, Crafts,Trips to the Shore and much more) • Onsite Hairdresser Serving Monmouth, Middlesex & Ocean Residents Conveniently off Rt 33 and NJTurnpike Exit 8 108Woodward Rd. Manalapan, New Jersey If your loved one needs care during the day, trust GoldenYears Care to put them in good hands!

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The Millstone Times

April 2019