{"product_id":"the-conversation-train-a-visual-approach-to-conversation-for-children-on-the-autism-spectrum-9781849059862","title":"The Conversation Train: A Visual Approach to Conversation for Children on the Autism Spectrum","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis inventive colour picture book uses the metaphor of a train to teach basic conventions of conversation to children with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs). \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eEngines are like greetings; they get the train going. Freight wagons are like different speakers' turns; it is good to have at least a few when you are in conversation. A set of points guiding a train from one track to another is like a tactful change in the topic of conversation. When a conversation veers off-topic it is like a derailed train. As well as attractive colour photographs of trains, the book contains engaging photocopiable worksheets and colouring pages to help promote skill generalisation. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis highly visual approach to conversation is ideally suited to children with ASDs aged approximately 5-13.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJoel Shaul is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specialises in ASDs. Through his organisation, Autism Teaching Strategies, he provides workshops on social skills teaching and mental health treatment methods. He is also co-creator of Ryuu social skills products. He provides clinical and consultation services at The Watson Institute of Sewickley, PA. Joel's website can be found at www.autismteachingstrategies.com.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Jessica Kingsley Publishers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50557180903698,"sku":"9781849059862","price":22.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_ac381a5a-caec-4034-8120-aca221fb6bb3.jpg?v=1731774050","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/the-conversation-train-a-visual-approach-to-conversation-for-children-on-the-autism-spectrum-9781849059862","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}