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A Picture'S Worth: Pecs And Other Visual Communication Strategies In Autism (Topics In Autism)
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A Picture'S Worth, The Pecs Primer Written By The Developers Of The Picture Exchange Communication System, Is Now Available In A Second Edition. This Userfriendly Guide Introduces Pecs, A Simple And Empowering Communication Tool In Which Partners Exchange Cards With Photos Or Line Drawings Representing Objects, Attributes, And Actions. A Child Or Adult Who Has Delayed Or No Speech Can Easily Express His Basic Desires (E.G., ''Ice Cream'') Or Needs Using A Pecs Card Without Prompting From Another. And As A Person'S Pecs Usage Progresses, He Or She Learns To Put Pictures Together In Sentences To Express Desires (E.G., ''I Want Chocolate Ice Cream.''), To Comment, And To Ask Questions.A Picture'S Worth Examines Verbal Communication Development And How Autism Affects These Skills, And Shows How A Child'S Poor Communication Skills Can Lead To Problem Behaviors. Providing Communication Optionspecs And The Other Augmentative And Alternative Communication Strategies (Aac) Described In The Bookreduces Frustration And Enhances Learning.This New Edition Cites Research That Proves Pecs (And Other Aac Strategies) Doesn'T Interfere With The Development Of Speaking Skills, And Actually Can Provide A Boost To The Acquisition Of These Skills. There'S Also Expanded Information On:Deciding Whether A Child Needs Aac And Could Benefit From Pecswho Is An Appropriate Candidate For Pecserror Correction Strategies During The Initial Stages Of Pecshow To Choose Challenging Behaviors To Try To Eliminatewhat To Do When A Child Does Not Look At Picturesthousands Of People With Autism And Other Disabilities Have Benefited From Using Pecs. The Book'S Complete Set Of Introductory Lessons Makes It Easy For Parents And Therapists To Get Started Using This Lowtech Strategy To Help Young Children Through Adults Develop Effective Communication Skills!Also Check Out Andy Bondy'S And Lori Frost'S Book On Including Kids With Autism In Daily Family Routines: Autism 24/7.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'A Picture's Worth'? A: 'A Picture's Worth' focuses on verbal communication development in children with autism and how visual communication strategies, like PECS, can support this development.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'A Picture's Worth' is Andy Bondy, Ph.D.
- Q: What communication strategies are discussed in the book? A: The book discusses PECS (Picture Exchange Communication System) and other augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) strategies.
- Q: How can PECS benefit children with autism? A: PECS can significantly reduce frustration and enhance learning for children with autism by providing effective communication options.
- Q: What is the publication date of this edition? A: This edition of 'A Picture's Worth' was published on September 1, 2011.
- Q: Is this book suitable for parents and therapists? A: Yes, 'A Picture's Worth' is a practical guide designed for both parents and therapists to help individuals with autism develop communication skills.
- Q: What are some key topics covered in the book? A: Key topics include deciding if a child needs AAC, identifying appropriate candidates for PECS, correcting initial errors, and addressing challenging behaviors.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'A Picture's Worth' has a total of 143 pages.
- Q: What is the item condition of this book? A: The item condition of this book is listed as 'Good'.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'A Picture's Worth' is available in a paperback binding.