Talkabout for teenagers: Developing social & emotional communication skills

Talkabout for teenagers: Developing social & emotional communication skills is a program to help professionals develop group sessions on social and relationship skills for teenagers with social, emotional or behavioral difficulties. It offers a way to assess each child's level of social skill to help identify where to begin teaching with a mix of activities, group discussions, worksheets and handouts. This edition has been thoroughly updated and edited for a US audience.

The book begins with an introduction covering the theory behind the talkabout approach (where basic skills are taught first and more complex skills last) and key points for setting up and running the group sessions. The assessment includes a student interview and self-assessment and a social skills rating assessment. The program is then broken out into 5 levels and can be started wherever the group needs to begin. Activities are offered at the end of the book along with forms for session planning and evaluation.

Want to check it out? Email us at cedir@indiana.edu or use worldcat.org to find it in a library near you.

What's new?

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Wow! Can you feel that nip in the air? December came in with a roar, didn't it? Makes me want to curl up by the fire with a good book and a cup of tea!

And speaking of good books, have you been wondering what's new? Each month we take a look back at the new items we received in the library that are ready to check out. From transition to social skills to behavior issues, we have a few things to choose from.

To read the entire list of new materials, please visit:
https://www.iidc.indiana.edu/pages/whats-new

YouCue Feelings: Using online videos for social learning

YouCue Feelings: Using online videos for social learning is a 90-page guide written by a licensed speech/language pathologist with over 30 years experience. The book offers to help parents and professionals use online videos in teaching social skills to elementary and middle school children with disabilities such as autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, or other social learning delays.

The book is broken out into five chapters and five appendices. The first chapter offers an introduction to using YouTube videos as a means to teach social skills and the importance of social learning. Chapter two discusses the YouCue Feelings (YCF) program itself. The third chapter offers further information about the preselected videos including the URL as well as a brief summary of what is involved in each one. Chapter four has activities that accompany the videos in the previous chapter. Level 1 activities focus on the characters in the video and level 2 activities are meant to help begin discussions of the students' emotional experiences. Chapter five offers tips for further learning including some on selecting or developing your own videos.

Want to check it out? Email us at cedir@indiana.edu or use worldcat.org to find it in a library near you.

Merrell's strong kids, grades 6-8: A social and emotional learning curriculum

Merrell's strong kids, grades 6-8 is a 272-page curriculum designed to help build middle school age children's social and emotional skills. The authors, all professionals in the field of school psychology, offer a dozen lessons that educators can use to help increase students' social and emotional competency. This curriculum is designed as both a prevention and an early intervention and can be used with kids of all social/emotional abilities.

The book begins with an overview of the curriculum including thoughts on social and emotional learning, a model for preventing behavioral and emotional problems, and some background on the curriculum itself. The lessons themselves help promote self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision making skills, and an overview of each of the 12 lessons is contained in a single chapter. The lessons are sequential and include mindfulness techniques as well as sample scripts and tips for transfer training and homework. Definitions of key terms are included with each lesson. Downloadable charts, worksheets, and other materials are available from the publisher with a keycode found in the book.

Interested? Email us at cedir@indiana.edu to check out this title or use worldcat.org to find it in a library near you.

What's new?

Looking for what's new in the library? Each month we take a look back at the new items arriving in the library. Here's the list for May 2016:

https://www.iidc.indiana.edu/pages/whats-new

Raising the Shy Child: A Parent's Guide to Social Anxiety

"Raising the Shy Child: A Parent's Guide to Social Anxiety takes a fresh look at social anxiety disorder, coupling the latest in research trends with evidence-based strategies and real-world stories to untangle the complexities of this disorder. Presented in an easy-to-read, conversational style, the book uses a combination of real-world examples and stories from adults and children with social anxiety disorder to show parents and educators how to help children find a path through their fear and into social competence. With specific strategies to address school refusal, bullying, and identity issues, Raising the Shy Child is a must-read resource for anyone dedicated to enhancing the lives of children." -publisher

Want to check it out? Email us at cedir@indiana.edu or use worldcat.org to find it in a library near you.

Show Me Happy

In Show Me Happy, young children will learn about opposites, emotions, and everyday activities. "Engaging photos will "show" early learners simple actions and concepts that all children learn as they begin to socialize and communicate. Lively, charming photos illustrate real kids doing common activities like helping and sharing or pushing and pulling." -publisher

Want to check it out? Email us at cedir@indiana.edu or use worldcat.org to find it in a library near you.

Ouch! moments: When words are used in hurtful ways

"Sometimes kids use hurtful or ugly words to put down other kids, whether they mean to insult or are just going along with the group. These hurtful words often carry a deeper meaning that many children aren't aware of. Ouch! Moments shows kids who is affected by these words: the target, the mean kid, and bystanders. Includes a "Note to Parents and Caregivers." -publisher

Want to check it out? Email us at cedir@indiana.edu or use worldcat.org to find it in a library near you.

1-2-3 a calmer me: Helping children cope when emotions get out of control

"1-2-3 A Calmer Me introduces readers to a simple rhyming mantra to help children slow down their immediate reactions and replace them with responses that are more comforting. Based on the psychological principles of relaxation and mindfulness, the mantra can be used anywhere, anytime. Includes a Note to Parents, Teachers, and Other Grown-Ups with more information about the steps of the 1-2-3 rhyme and advice for working on them together with your child." -publisher

Want to check it out? Email us at cedir@indiana.edu or use worldcat.org to find it in a library near you.

What's new?

Wondering what's new in the library? Each month, we take a moment to look back at the new items that arrived in the library the previous month. From biographies to accessibility to social skills, check out the new titles at:
https://www.iidc.indiana.edu/pages/whats-new

Learning to be kind and understand differences: Empathy skills for kids with ad/hd

"Learning to be kind and understand differences: Empathy skills for kids with ad/hd is a practical guide that aims to teach kids with AD/HD how to better get along with their peers, understand what they are feeling, and learn to recognize and talk about the feelings of other people. Includes interactive activities, a "Message to Readers," and "Resources for Parents, Teachers, and Counselors." -publisher

Interested? Email us at cedir@indiana.edu to check out this title or use worldcat.org to find it in a library near you.

Kids with disabilities and social media

Students with disabilities can definitely benefit from the use of social media, according to an article on NPR.com. "But the internet can be a dangerous place, especially for kids who may struggle with communication." Kortney Peagram, a psychologist working to reduce cyberbullying, has developed a few guidelines for parents and teachers to help kids with disabilities and their online social skills.

To read the entire article, please visit:
http://www.npr.org/sections/ed/2016/04/07/473085222/what-special-ed-teachers-and-parents-need-to-know-about-social-media

What's new?

Whew! What a crazy, stormy start to a new month this morning! March is already living up to the old adage: in like a lion, out like a lamb. But before we get too far into the month, let's take a look at the new items that came in last month. The library received books on autism, executive function, history of the culture of developmental disabilities, inclusion in schools, research, and social stories.

To view the entire list, please visit:
http://www.iidc.indiana.edu/pages/whats-new

The power of peers in the classroom: Enhancing learning and social skills

The power of peers in the classroom: Enhancing learning and social skills highlights expert contributors who describe evidence-based approaches for peer-assisted instructional strategies in grades K-12. Subjects discussed are reading, writing, math, and other content areas, as well as social competence and executive functioning. Sample lessons and more than a dozen reproducible tools are provided.

Interested? Email us at cedir@indiana.edu to check out this title or use worldcat.org to find it in a library near you.

Boyfriends & Girlfriends: A Guide to Dating for People with Disabilities

Looking for a guide on dating for teens and adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities? Boyfriends & Girlfriends: A Guide to Dating for People with Disabilities may be just the ticket. The book covers the topics:

• Who is an appropriate dating partner and who is not
• How to read signals and judge whether the interest is mutual
• How to ask someone out on a date
• How to turn down a date
• How to handle rejection
• What sexual feelings are
• And more

Want to check it out? Email us at cedir@indiana.edu or use worldcat.org to find it in a library near you.

What's New?

September is upon us! The trees are already starting to offer their annual brilliant bursts of color and the nights are getting cooler while the days are getting shorter. The change of seasons is ahead but before we get too far into the new month, let's first look back at the new items that came into the library last month.

Want to see the whole list? Please visit:
http://www.iidc.indiana.edu/pages/whats-new

Online Program for Overcoming Social Anxiety

After witnessing firsthand the detrimental effect that social anxiety had on close friends and family, two Stanford graduates create Joyable, a startup that pairs users with coaches to tackle social challenges. In an article found at Smithsonian.com, the two creators discuss the reasons why they began the program and how it works.

Read the entire article at:
http://www.smithsonianmag.com/innovation/there-is-now-12-week-online-program-for-overcoming-social-anxiety-180955502/#3ieIY08ZwteMLiKt.99

Strategy instruction for students with learning disabilities

Strategy instruction for students with learning disabilities provides a step-by-step guide to cognitive strategy instruction, one of the most effective instructional techniques for struggling learners. The authors present well-validated strategies that target self-regulated learning and study skills as well as performance in specific content areas, such as writing, reading, and math. Detailed classroom examples illustrate how to teach the strategies systematically and monitor student outcomes. -book description

Want to check it out? Email us at cedir@indiana.edu or use worldcat.org to find it in a library near you.

Make social learning stick!

Looking for something to help kids understand social learning better? Make social learning stick! might be just the ticket. The book offers almost 200 activities that are fun and easy to do that help with teachable moments throughout the day. From getting ready for school to preparing dinner to going to the doctor, this book can help reinforce expected social behavior. Geared toward children in preschool through elementary school.

Want to check it out? Email us at cedir@indiana.edu or use worldcat.org to find it in a library near you.

Speech and Skill Development Video Modeling Program

Created for learners with special needs, this Speech and Skill Development Video Modeling Program will help your child learn social, self-help, communications, and play skills. Join John and learn what happens and how you behave wherever you go, whether it's a visit to a doctor or dentist or getting your hair cut. Speech, labeling, writing, reading, sequencing, modeling, generalization, and association to objects, actions and concepts are included.

Want to check it out? Email us at cedir@indiana.edu or use worldcat.org to find it in a library near you.