Publications - Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

What's Wrong With Timmy?, by Maria Shriver, 2001.

The Child with Special Needs, by Stanley Greenspan, 1998.

We'll Paint the Octopus Red, by Stuve-DeVito, 1998.

Views From Our Shoes, by Donald Meyer, 1997.

That's My Child, by Lizanne Capper, 1996.

Divorce and the Special Needs Child: A Guide for Parents, by Margaret Pegi Price.

“Going through a divorce is always tough, but when a child with special needs is involved it can be especially challenging. This book takes a clear and comprehensive look at every aspect of the legal divorce process, and addresses all of the legal issues that divorcing parents of children with special needs face.   The author guides parents through the initial hurdles of choosing the right lawyer for their case, and explains exactly how to work with them to achieve the best possible outcome for all concerned. From agreeing upon child custody arrangements that meet the particular needs of the child, to making provision for child support payments, gathering together the documentation needed to prove a case, and dealing with financial issues such as debts and property distribution, no aspect of divorce is left uncovered. A set of checklists is included to ensure that parents consider everything they need to, and the book concludes with a useful list of further resources.   Written by an experienced family lawyer who went through her own divorce when her son, who has autism, was six, this book offers much-needed guidance to divorcing parents of children with a variety of special needs. ”

Reflections from a different journey: What adults with disabilities want all parents to know, by Klein, S.D., & Kemp, J.D. .

“Most parents of children with disabilities lack personal experience with adults with disabilities. Hearing from people who have lived the disability experience can provide all parents with essential information about the possibilities for their children. Reflections from a Different Journey includes forty inspiring and realistic essays written by successful adult role models who share what it is like to have grown up with a disability ”

More than a mom: Living a full and balanced life when your child has special needs, by Baskin, A., & Fawcett. H. .

“More than a Mom explores how women can lead rich, fulfilling personal lives while parenting a child with special needs. The authors’ skillful blend of research, personal experiences, and survey feedback from over 500 mothers across North America results in a book that is jam-packed with practical strategies, advice, and reassurance for mothers trying to create more manageable and fulfilling lives ”

Don’t Stop the Music, by Robert Perske.

“Joe and Jessica, two teenagers with cerebral palsy, cannot speak and sometimes have difficulty connecting with the world around them — but that doesn’t stop them from delving into solving a car-theft case and eventually becoming key elements in cracking it. Written with warmth and humor, this fast-paced thriller is a refreshing portrayal of people with disabilities having a positive impact on their community. ”

Intellectual Disability: A Guide for Families and Professionals, by James C. Harris M.D..

“A comprehensive resource that will be of importance to anyone with a personal connection to a child or adult with a neurodevelopmental disorder.  ”

The Life We Never Expected: Hopeful Reflections on the Challenges of Parenting Children with Special Needs, by Andrew and Rachel Wilson.

“Andrew and Rachel Wilson know what it means to live a life they never expected. As the parents of two children with special needs, their story mingles deep pain with deep joy in unexpected places. With raw honesty, they share about the challenges they face on a daily basis—all the while teaching what it means to weep, worship, wait, and hope in the Lord. Offering encouragement rooted in God's Word, this book will help you cling to Jesus and fight for joy when faced with a life you never expected. ”

An Uncomplicated Life: A Father's Memoir of His Exceptional Daughter, by Paul Daugherty.

“A father’s exhilarating and funny love letter to his daughter with Down syndrome whose vibrant and infectious approach to life has something to teach all of us about how we can better live our own.  ”

Teaching Children with Down Syndrome about Their Bodies, Boundaries, and Sexuality, by Terri Couwenhoven.

“Parents of children with Down syndrome and other intellectual disabilities are accustomed to paying close attention to their child's physical, cognitive, and emotional development. This proactive approach should also include their child's sexual development, which for many parents may not seem as obvious or urgent, especially to those with young children. ”

In My World: Down Syndrome, by Gabriella Llano and Tiziana Vazquez.

“Mika is a nine-year-old girl that sees the world differently than anyone else. Even though she is going through what every girl may one-day face, fighting with her best friend and feeling like an outcast, she is not like every other girl. Her mother, Ava and brother, Javi stand by her side while Mika struggles endlessly to feel normal, when instead she must embrace her uniqueness. Children with Down syndrome, like Mika, are angels that help us see the world with our hearts, instead of our eyes. ”

What's Inside You Is Inside Me, Too: My Chromosomes Make Me Unique, by Deslie Quinby and Jeannie Visootsak, MD.

“Every child, every person, every living thing is unique, in big part, due to chromosomes. Children with Down syndrome have an extra chromosome. this book informs people about Down syndrome in a fun illustrative way. In the process, it also explains chromosomes and their role in making every living thing special. A valuable tool for educators, siblings, individuals with Down syndrome, advocates and for those innately curious. ”