Jessica Davault
Description
Has your child ever wondered how to make a friend or why we need friends? Perhaps you are the parent of a child with autism or a Speech-Language Patho
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logist hunting for your next favorite therapy book. Either way, if you are finding yourself stumped answering these simple-yet-complex questions, you need to meet Devon.
Devon is great at doing a lot of things by himself, but one day he realizes that there are times having a friend would be nice. So, Devon sets out to make a friend. This heartwarming story will take you through Devon’s journey as he learns exactly how to make a friend. Written by a Speech-Language Pathologist who is also the mom of young children, this book is a memorable way to strategically teach this complex social skill.
Many of us learn social skills without much thought or effort. If you aren't used to teaching these complex skills to children who struggle with social communication, it can be tricky. It is important to teach these nuanced skills in an intentional and structured way to provide an optimal experience for learning. Whether you are looking for a story to enjoy reading with your child or you exploring a new social skill, you can read this story knowing you are teaching like an experienced Speech-Language Pathologist.
This book was created to help you address the following skills: How to to make a friend Discuss emotions/nonverbal communication Sequencing of a story Sequencing of a specific skill (making a friend) Comprehension of a story (wh questions) Having fun enjoying a good book!
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