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Well, sort of. The Pollard Memorial Library recently launched its new web site. In addition to a new design, the new web site now houses the Pollard Memorial Library's Autism Resource Guide. As such, this blog will no longer be maintained or updated. Instead, I will be updating it on the library's web site. It's the same information, just in a different format. To access the Autism Resource Guide via the library's web site, click here. Make sure to bookmark it!

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1 in 110: Autism Spectrum Resources for Families

According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, 1 in 110 children in the United States is on the autism spectrum. Youth Services Staff has compiled a list of autism spectrum resources for families. The best place to start, if you suspect your child might be on the spectrum, is to have your child screened. The earlier your child starts therapies, the better. If your child is under age three there are two local agencies, South Bay Early Intervention and Thom Anne Sullivan Center, that provide screening services. If your child is age three or older, contact the Lowell Public Schools for assistance.

Information contained in this blog does not constitute library endorsement of a treatment, agency or advocacy group. The library maintains that it is up to the parent/legal guardian to determine proper treatment for his/her child. This blog is solely a place of information for the huge array of materials related to Autism Spectrum Disorders.

If your family uses a service or has a favorite autism spectrum website that is not listed, please let us know so we can share with others in the community. Contact Molly Hancock, Coordinator of Youth Services at mhancock@mvlc.org.

Print Resources for Families

Here are just some of the titles available at the Pollard Library about Autism Spectrum Disorders.  Check out the online library catalog (http://catalog.mvlc.org/ipac20/ipac.jsp?&profile=mlo#focus) to see a full offering of titles on the topic, not just available at the Pollard Library but also available in the entire Merrimack Valley Library Consortium.  If you need assistance stop by the Children's Desk or call 978-970-4122.

Altman, Alexander. Waiting for Ben – J E
Atwood, Tony. Asperger's and Girls - J Parenting 618.928588 ATT
Bardhan-Quallen, Sudipta. Autism – J 616.85882 BAR
Bareket, Rachael. Playing It Right! Social Skills Activities for Parents and Teachers of Young Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders - J Parenting 618.9285882 BAR
Bashe, Patricia Romanowsky. Oasis Guide to Asperger Syndrome – J Parenting 618.928982 BAS
Bolduc, Kathleen Deyer. Autism and Alleluias - J Parenting 618.9285882 BOL
Bolick, Teresa. Asperger Syndrome and Adolescence: Helping Preteens and Teens Get Ready for the Real World - J Parenting 618.928588 BOL
Cohen, Jeffrey. The Asperger Parent: How to Raise a Child with Asperger Syndrome and Maintain Your Sense of Humor - J Parenting 618.928588 COH
Cohen, Marlene. Visual Supports for People with Autism: a Guide for Parents and Professionals - J Parenting 618.9285882 COH
Ernsperger, Lori. Girls Under the Umbrella of Autism Spectrum Disorders: Practical Solutions for Addressing Everyday Challenges - J Parenting 618.9285882 ERN
Ersnsperger, Lori. Just Take a Bite: Easy, Effective Answers to Food Aversions and Eating Challenges - J Parenting 616.8526 ERN
Exkorn, Karen Siff. Autism Sourcebook – 618.85882 EXK
Gray, Carol. New Social Story Book - J Parenting 618.9285882 GRA
Grinker, Roy Richard. Unstrange Minds: Remapping the World of Autism – 616.85882 GRI
Hewetson, Ann. Laughter and Tears: a Family’s Journey to Understanding the Autism Spectrum –
J Parenting 618.9285882 HEW
Kluth, Paula. Autism Checklist: a Practical Reference for Parents and Teachers - J Parenting 618.9285582 KLU
Levine, Karen. Replays: Using Play to Enhance Emotional and Behavioral Development
for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders – J Parenting 618.9285882 LEV
Lytel, Jayne. Act Early Against Autism: Give Your Child a Fighting Chance from the
Start – 618.9285882 LYT
Neisworth, John T. The Autism Encyclopedia - J Parenting 618.9285882 AUT
Notbohm, Ellen. 1001 Great Ideas for Teaching and Raising Children with Autism and Asperger's Syndrome - J Parenting 618.9285882 NOT
Notbohm, Ellen. Ten Things Every Child with Autism Wishes You Knew - J Parenting 618.9285882 NOT
Palmer, Ann. Realizing the College Dream with Autism or Asperger Syndrome: a Parent’s Guide To Student Success – J Parenting 616.85882 PAL
Powers, Michael D., ed. Children with Autism: a Parents' Guide - J Parenting 618.9285882 POW
Richman, Shira. Raising a Child with Autism: a Guide to Applied Behavior Analysis for Parents J Parenting 618.9285882 RIC
Roth-Fisch, Marla. Sensitive Sam: Sam's Sensory Adventure Has a Happy Ending - J Parenting 618.9285882 ROT
Senator, Susan. The Autism Mom's Survival Guide(for dads too): Creating a Balanced and Happy Life While Raising a Child with Autism - J Parenting 618.9285882 SEN
Sher, Barbara. Early Intervention Games: Fun, Joyful Ways to Develop Social and Motor Skills in Children with Autism Spectrum or Sensory Processing Disorders - J Parenting 618.9285882 SHE
Sohn, Alan T. Parenting Your Asperger Child – 618.928588 SOH
Strickland, Elizabeth. Eating for Autism: the 10 Step Nutrition Plan to Help Treat Your Child's Autism, Asperger's or ADHD - J Parenting 618.9285882 STI
Van Niekerk, Clarabelle. Understanding Sam and Asperger Syndrome – J Parenting 618.928588 VAN
Wheeler, Maria. Toilet Training for Individuals with Autism or Other Developmental Issues - J Parenting 618.9285882 WHE
Williams, Chris. How to Live with Autism and Asperger Syndrome – J Parenting 618.928588 WIL
Wiseman, Nancy D. Could It Be Autism?: a Parent’s Guide to the First Signs and Next Steps –
616.85882 WIS
Wright, Pam and Peter Wright. From Emotions to Advocacy: the Special Education Survival Guide - J Parenting 371.9 WRI