Exceptional Parenting Publications

Books that promote emotional, spiritual, and personal growth!

Stan Klein, renowned clinical psychologist, and Kim Schive, former editor of Exceptional Parent magazine, team up to collect a heart-warming series of short stories and personal anecdotes by parents of children with disabilities.  Inspirational and informative, these personal testimonies offer emotional support to families as well as serve as a guideline for educators and healthcare professionals.  Selections such as "Hard Choices", on a mother's decision to place her child into a residential facility, and "Getting to Know My Son", a loving parent's tribute to their child with down syndrome, are but a few examples of the superbly written short stories in this not to be missed publication.  $16.00  

 

This true story, with a compelling and honest narrative, examines the life of a father’s relationship with his son born with congenital heart/respiratory failure. Candidly dealing with his emotional conflicts and self doubt, this dedicated father discusses family life, family roles, and his sense of purpose. $14.95

 

Affirming the gift of life, Caleb’s story is a gripping document that traces the journey of a young family facing the demands and rewards of raising a child with a disability. From Caleb's struggle to survive at birth to his sisters accounts years later, this story proves that it is not the length of life but it’s depth. Courageous and beautifully written.  $9.95

 

Speaking with absolute candor about personal difficulties, and social injustice, a young mother works through years of denial, anger, and resentment as she battles the medical profession. Her son, Daryl, is now fully independent after barely kept alive as an infant with hydrocephalus. Addressing a challenging social climate, Daryl’s mother tells her inspirational journey of self examination.  $17.95

 

As the first book written by fathers for fathers, this masterpiece is as poetic and compelling as it is honest and introspective. A rare forum, of nineteen fathers, provides a collection of parental voices that are seldom heard. $17.95 

 

 

The perfect guide for new parents – including informative discussions on daily care, family life, intervention, education, legality, and medical issues. $15.95

 

Notorious for its leadership in the field of Autism, The Eden Family of Services in Princeton, New Jersey details the concept of “lifespan services” for those receiving continuous care over their lifetime. With in-depth models, readers will learn to implement the Eden model in their own communities by practicing the “zero reject” policy, modifying behavior, and exploring staffing issues and parental roles. $21.95

 

Autism, the sometimes mysterious childhood disorder that impedes normal social development, is carefully detailed in this ground breaking publication.  Dr. Edelson, one of America's foremost authorities on the biology of the "autistic spectrum" of disorders, presents a breakthrough treatment that has shown remarkable promise.  Compassionate and critically important, Conquering Autism describes methods in which you can remove or reduce toxins in your life, why many physicians misunderstand the source of autism, how to speak to your doctor about the latest advances and treatment options, and why drugs like Ritalin merely mask the symptoms of environmental damage while never addressing the underlying causes.  Dr. Edelson offers hope and proven results for giving children with autism a chance at a more complete and productive life.  $ 23.00

 

Striking and memorable - this beautifully illustrated children's book transcends all age barriers and reading abilities. Adults and children alike will learn to appreciate the unique characteristics that make up their own personalities as well as individuals of all ability levels. Lingering in your memory and heart for a long time to come, you'll marvel at the main character, a fly that didn't grow wings, who sets out on a quest of self-discovery. With parallelisms to the many challenges faced by individuals with disabilities, this story encourages the reader to examine societal views on disabilities and the importance of discovering one's own gifts. This top seller is perfect for children, families, and healthcare workers. 

Once upon a time, there was a fly that didn't’t grow wings. “A fly who can’t fly”, she said, “what good am I? Should I be called a ‘walk’ or a ‘run,’ or a ‘sit’ or a ‘see’? Because certainly ‘fly’ is the wrong name for me.” With her mother’s help, the little fly sets out on a quest to discover her own unique gifts, and learns not to waste time regretting the things she cannot do. $18.95

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Once there was a house that loved, and lost, and loved again; a house made of dreams. This children's book tell's the story of a house’s soul, the part of a home that lives in our hearts. The dream-house watches his occupants and himself grow up and get older, and in the process, learns that it isn’t wood, or walls, or bricks that make a house a home, but family, friends, and most importantly, love. Illustrated by the author. $16.95

Long before there was a long ago, in a small village at the end of a wood, two children were born. One was mute, and one was clumsy. Both were shunned for being different. Each found solace in the woods, a place that felt more welcoming than the village. Gradually, their love of animals and nature drew them together as friends. From baby bird to slithering snake, the creatures provided them with joy and comfort. The animals made them feel accepted and special. Then, one day, they found an injured eagle and their lives changed. Forever.

A fairytale that transcends place and time, Dreamsong of the Eagle reaches out to readers of allages with its message of inspiration and love.  $16.95

Letters are the foundation of language; out of language is born the ability to express the concepts of the mind, heart, and spirit. This beautiful and unique alphabet book encourages young spirits to unfold and flower into self-expression. Simple verses identify letters of the alphabet with such concepts as beauty, faith, spirit, and wonder. Colorful images from the illustrator of Neale Donald Walsch’s The Little Soul and the Sun give a visual expression to each concept, inspiring a deep reverence for natural beauty and the miracle of life. This book belongs on every family’s shelf, inspiring a deep reverence for natural beauty and the miracles of life. $14.95

Combining rhyme with a beat and read out loud, rap is a powerful method of communication that individuals of all ages and ability levels are relating to in increasing numbers. Rap can be used to convey a positive message about self-esteem, friendship, and love or it can be a method to explore a sometimes confusing and dangerous world.  Rap to Live By provides uplifting and positive raps that adults and children can use for self discovery, communication, and learning. Take for instance the opening lines of a rap entitled "Special" that is found among this wonderful publication's pages.