Description: FREE SHIPPING UK WIDE Super Shamlal - Living and Learning with Pathological Demand Avoidance by Kay Al-Ghani, Haitham Al-Ghani This illustrated storybook explains Pathological Demand Avoidance Syndrome (PDA) through Shamlal the Camel, and her avoidance of even the simplest task. It allows children with PDA to recognise and support their additional needs. A helpful introduction for parents/carers and appendices with strategies to be used at home and in school are included. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Shamlal the Camel finds it almost impossible to do all the normal, everyday things that the other camels do. Her first word was NO! and this is still the word she repeats the most through every day.Luckily, Shamlals parents take her to a psychologist who explains that she has PDA, and gives her tips for how to live and learn with the syndrome.This simple, illustrated storybook will help children aged 7-11 with PDA to recognise its features, and develop tools to support them. A helpful introduction for parents and carers explains how it feels to live with the panic attacks and general anxiety that are caused by living with PDA, and the appendices at the back provide useful strategies to be adopted at school and at home. Author Biography K. I. Al-Ghani is a special educational needs teacher, university lecturer and international author, who has worked in education for 40 years. Haitham Al-Ghani is a talented book illustrator and cartoon animator. He graduated with Triple Distinction in Multi Media Studies and was awarded the Vincent Lines Award for creative excellence. Table of Contents Introduction; About PDA; Super Shamlal - The Story; Camel Facts; Home and Teaching Strategies; Resources Review This book is a beautifully crafted story to help children with PDA, their friends and siblings understand this complex condition. Key points are illustrated through a likeable character, and in an positive way which supports the emotional wellbeing of children with PDA and those around them. -- Ruth Fidler, Education Consultant, complex autismSuper Shamlal uses the unusual but powerful analogy of the hobbling of an Arabic racing camel to explain the restrictions of PDA. A sensitive and perceptive book, it is an excellent introduction to PDA for all those involved. -- Dr Clare Lawrence, Senior Lecturer in Education at Bishop Grosseteste University, LincolnThis latest gem from Kay Al-Ghani looks closely at one of the many layers of the onion that is the autism spectrum. She does it with the same respect, thoughtfulness and kindness she exemplified in her other books. Very touching story. -- Brian R. King, MSWIt is amazing how such a simple, captivating childrens story can so eloquently describe Pathological Demand Avoidance to both families and teachers, as well as to the child who has PDA. The management strategies for home and school as described in this delightful book will be endorsed by psychologists and really appreciated by parents. -- Tony Attwood, Minds and Hearts Clinic, Brisbane Promotional Therapeutic childrens story about Shamlal the Camel, who lives with Pathological Demand Avoidance Syndrome (PDA) Long Description Shamlal the Camel finds it almost impossible to do all the normal, everyday things that the other camels do. Her first word was NO! and this is still the word she repeats the most through every day. Luckily, Shamlals parents take her to a psychologist who explains that she has PDA, and gives her tips for how to live and learn with the syndrome. This simple, illustrated storybook will help children aged 7-11 with PDA to recognise its features, and develop tools to support them. A helpful introduction for parents and carers explains how it feels to live with the panic attacks and general anxiety that are caused by living with PDA, and the appendices at the back provide useful strategies to be adopted at school and at home. Review Text This book is a beautifully crafted story to help children with PDA, their friends and siblings understand this complex condition. Key points are illustrated through a likeable character, and in an positive way which supports the emotional wellbeing of children with PDA and those around them. - Ruth Fidler, Education Consultant, complex autism Super Shamlal uses the unusual but powerful analogy of the hobbling of an Arabic racing camel to explain the restrictions of PDA. A sensitive and perceptive book, it is an excellent introduction to PDA for all those involved. - Dr Clare Lawrence, Senior Lecturer in Education at Bishop Grosseteste University, Lincoln This latest gem from Kay Al-Ghani looks closely at one of the many layers of the onion that is the autism spectrum. She does it with the same respect, thoughtfulness and kindness she exemplified in her other books. Very touching story. - Brian R. King, MSW It is amazing how such a simple, captivating childrens story can so eloquently describe Pathological Demand Avoidance to both families and teachers, as well as to the child who has PDA. The management strategies for home and school as described in this delightful book will be endorsed by psychologists and really appreciated by parents. - Tony Attwood, Minds and Hearts Clinic, Brisbane Review Quote This book is a beautifully crafted story to help children with PDA, their friends and siblings understand this complex condition. Key points are illustrated through a likeable character, and in an positive way which supports the emotional wellbeing of children with PDA and those around them. Promotional "Headline" Therapeutic childrens story about Shamlal the Camel, who lives with Pathological Demand Avoidance Syndrome (PDA) Description for Sales People K.I. Al Ghani has written the hugely successful JKP series of therapeutic books that have sold over 50,000 copies Details ISBN1787750566 Author Haitham Al-Ghani Pages 72 Audience Age 7-11 Publisher Jessica Kingsley Publishers Year 2019 Illustrator Haitham Al-Ghani ISBN-10 1787750566 ISBN-13 9781787750562 Format Hardcover Publication Date 2019-10-21 Imprint Jessica Kingsley Publishers Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 823.92 Short Title Super Shamlal Language English Subtitle Living and Learning with Pathological Demand Avoidance UK Release Date 2019-10-21 NZ Release Date 2019-10-21 Series K.I. Al-Ghani childrens colour story books Illustrations 25 colour illustrations Edition Description Illustrated edition Audience Children / Juvenile AU Release Date 2019-10-14 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. 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ISBN-13: 9781787750562
Book Title: Super Shamlal - Living and Learning with Pathological Demand Avoi
Item Height: 222 mm
Item Width: 284 mm
Series: K.I. Al-Ghani Children's Colour Story Books
Author: Kay Al-Ghani
Publication Name: Super Shamlal-Living and Learning with Pathological Demand Avoidance
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Subject: Medicine
Publication Year: 2019
Type: Textbook
Item Weight: 520 g
Number of Pages: 72 Pages
