2012 Best Parent Resource
Last month my book Challenging the Myths of Autism won the 2012 INTERNATIONAL BOOK AWARD for Best Parent Resource!
This honour is bringing more attention to the book and encouraging parents and professionals to get a copy and to join the movement to challenge the myths.
Sadly there are still so many negative stereotypes that are perpetuated in the media, on blogs, in books, and movies about people with autism. These stereotypes limit our understanding of the real strengths and individual personalities of this special population. There is a critical need to talk about these stereotypes and to re-educate teachers, therapists and parents – I’ve re-framed these ‘myths’ into more positive and hope giving understandings based on research and real-life examples.
If you want a sneak-peek at one of the chapters, click here for a free download.
Over the past year (2012) I spoke with groups of professionals and parents across Canada about the myths of autism. From Halifax to Victoria, Edmonton to Montreal, and London and Toronto people have engaged in this important discussion. On Twitter @RChids a teacher wrote
“thanks to Alderson’s seminar I hope to make a difference in my school community with our exceptional learners”
He attended the full-day seminar I presented in Toronto in June for 220 participants sponsored by the Geneva Centre and Kerry’s Place Autism Services. What a great day that was! Together we challenged the myths!
USA Books chose Challenging the Myths of Autism as the year’s best parent resource and Lorna d’Entremont, Vice-President of KidCompanions, and writer for SpecialNeedsBookReview.com agrees rating it 5/5 stars! She writes (read the full book review)
“the book is crammed with heartwarming stories and useful information.”
Thank you to all who have joined forces to challenge the myths and stereotypes of autism in your community. You can meet and link up with others who are interested on the Facebook page .
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Congratulations, Jonathan, it’s well-deserved!
my twin granddaughters have been placed on the Autism spectrum. I have just read Jonathan’s book and now am wondering how to begin a program for the girls. We live on Vancouver Island,BC. Canada.