Future Horizons

Future Horizons - Early intervention and autism: real-life questions, real-life answers, paperback/james ball

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Independent Publisher Book Awards Gold Winner in the 2009 National Parenting Publications Awards, Finalist in the 2008 Fore Word Book of the Year Awards, and Gold Award Winner in the 2009 Independent Publisher Book Award Leave behind confusing textbooks and unreliable websites.

This book will guide you through your child's early years by providing sound advice based on over twenty years of experience.

In an easy-to-read, question-answer format, Dr.

Jim explains what makes your child tick, how to get the most out of early intervention services, and how to choose the most effective treatment options.

Helpful features include: 10 Common Myths about Children with ASD, 7 Effective Teaching Strategies, 10 Behavior Rules to Live By, and Must-have EI Goals and Objectives for Children with ASD.

In a special how-to section in the book, Dr.

Jim walks you through a typical day in the life of a young child with autism, from the time the child wakes up to the time he goes to bed.

You will learn what to do (and not do), what to say (and not say), and how to use the strategies outlined in the book to teach your child new skills, manage behavior, and have fun while learning No matter what your level of autism expertise, this is your game plan to start working with your child right away About the Author: Dr.

James Ball, a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, has been in the autism field for over twenty years providing educational, residential, and employment services to children and adults affected by autism.

As President/CEO of JB Autism Consulting, he provides private consultation to organizations, schools, and families regarding staff training, parent training, home support services, classroom design/support, and behavior management/assessment.

Ball is the Director of Clinical Services for New York Families of Autistic Children (NYFAC), a private not-for-profit organization providing support and training for children and families in New York City.

He is also a member of the New Je.