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November 9, 2009

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Everything You Wanted to Know About Aspergers

Asperger Syndrome affects an individual's social and cognitive understanding. We've partnered with the Autism Society to help those affected by this complex condition.

Asperger Syndrome Overview

The term, "Asperger Syndrome" was first coined in 1994, but the buzz on this condition has been grown dramatically over the past decade as more and more children are diagnosed with problems in social interaction and communication.

Asperger Syndrome in the Classroom

When children are taught to understand their strengths and limitations at an early age, they operate from a strong foundation and are better prepared to advocate for themselves.

Preventing Meltdowns in Children with Asperger Syndrome

Know that explosive behavior is not planned and is most often caused by subtle and perplexing triggers. When the behavior happens, everyone in its path feels pain, especially the child.

Social Skills Intervention for Children with Asperger Syndrome

Children can learn new skills for getting along with peers and adults. The characteristics of successful social skills programs include: structured "rule" systems, personalized stories, social skills practice, and much more.

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The Princess's Blankets

Carol Ann Duffy

First graders are learning to read in earnest, but they're also learning to love books. This beautiful fable is a story to fall in love with, with stunning pictures to match. Read more »

Gyroscope Twin Pack

A vintage throwback with some very current fun potential, this double gyroscope kit brings back the cool science contraption that's been on the market since 1917. Read more »

Hover Hockey

Arcade-style fun for a rainy day, this simple home hover hockey game features a gliding puck that's almost as good as a real air table. Read more »

Wax Drawing Kit

Packed up pretty with oil pastels, wooden frames, and colored and natural beeswax, this kit takes young artists step-by-step through the process of creating a picture inspired by an Ancient Greek wax technique. Read more »

15-String Harp

Parents, want to trade in the drum set? There's nothing quite like strumming a harp for a harmonious musical experience. Read more »

Raspberries

Jay O'Callahan and Will Moses

This infectious concoction tells the tale of a magical fruit that makes everyone, from a shy old man to a nasty little bully, jump into the air singing, "Raspberries!" the moment they get a taste. Read more »

Tree Blocks

Talk about toys au natural! Every set is hand cut from a different set of branches, which means that each one is a mix of sometimes odd shapes, from tiny twigs to chunky burled discs. Read more »

T'Rung Mini

Percussion instruments are a great way to learn about rhythm, which is the backbone of music making. Read more »

Crayon Physics Deluxe

This excellent online game is an addictively fun introduction to basic physics. Read more »

The Last Newspaper Boy in America

Sue Corbett

This book bites off a whole chunk of issues--the economy, the media industry, the importance of family traditions--but packs it into a funny story that any kid could love. Read more »

Boom Ball Extreme Paddles and Ball

Is it a drum or a racket game? It's both! Read more »

Stomp Rocket Super High Performance

Sometimes the best things in life are also the most simple. That goes for the stomp rocket, one of the greatest, and simplest, toys around. Read more »

Beastologist: The Flight of the Phoenix

R. L. LaFevers

Nathaniel Flood is sent to a distant cousin, who also happens to be a beastologist. Before he knows it Nathaniel is in Arabia, entrenched in an effort to ensure the world's last remaining phoenix delivers her egg safely! Read more »

Horseshoe Set

Packed into a cute retro box, these horseshoes are ready for either indoor or outdoor play. Read more »

Stitch-it Flowery Handbag Kit

This funky handbag is crafty bliss. Kids thread the pre-punched felt pieces together to create a flowery handbag for any occasion. Read more »

Whizizzle Phonics Card Game

A bit like the game Uno, but with words rather than numbers, players must match the cards in their hand either by vowel sound, beginning sound, or ending sound. Read more »

Colour a Month Daily Planner

There's something about Moleskine. The classic line of pocket notebooks never seems to go out of style, and this colorful monthly planner is no exception. Read more »

Custom Yo-Yo

In addition to the patience your child will develop as she learns to Walk the Dog, Shoot the Moon, go Around the World, or other tricks using this wooden beauty, having a yo-yo in her pocket with her own name engraved on the side is sure to bring a smile too. Read more »

Fifteen Puzzle

First invented in 1880, this pocket-sized numerical puzzle became wildly popular in the 1930's. Now it's making a comeback with this retro version. Read more »

Bocce Tournament Set

Long revered in Italy as the perfect way to pass a sunny afternoon, bocce is beginning to catch on as a low-key antidote to high-energy athletic pastimes. Read more »

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