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      Humanities & Social Sciences

      Safety Skills for autistic adolescents

      “Safety Skills for autistic adolescents” contains 42 short stories and activities to help adolescents manage risk and support their well-being.

      by Alice Kassotaki - Speech Language Pathologist MSc, BSc

      Safety Skills Age Group: 12 years and over Safety is a critical issue for autistic adolescents, as managing risks and moving independently in their environment can be particularly challenging. The "Safety Skills" book of the "Social Steps" series is a comprehensive guide for developing safety skills. The included stories cover topics like personal safety (recognizing safety issues, responding to strangers, setting boundaries), home safety (following emergency procedures, exercising basic first aid), and online safety (safe internet usage, dealing with cyberbullying). The book also addresses community safety, including road safety, public behavior, self-advocacy (using communication and decision-making skills), and social safety (identifying bullying, abuse, and peer pressure). It also touches on health-related safety issues, such as personal hygiene and identifying diseases. Overall, "Safety Skills for Autistic Adolescents" is an essential tool for autistic adolescents, their parents, and teachers. It provides practical advice and structured activities to help young people understand and manage safety situations confidently and independently.

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      Medicine
      May 2018

      Veterinary Clinical Skills Manual

      by Nichola Coombes, Ayona Silva-Fletcher

      Down-to-earth and intensely practical, this book and video package provides step-by-step guidance on the essential clinical skills required by veterinary students before they face clinical situations encountered in the real world of the busy veterinary professional. - Contains step by step illustrations and photographs, complemented by videos of clinical procedures which can be viewed on your desktop, smartphone or tablet. - Covers the essential key skills that veterinary students need to know. - Details a whole range of techniques, from surgical, anaesthesia and laboratory through to everyday essential and diagnostic skills, in both farm and companion animals. - Describes in-depth the use of simulators in learning key skills. - Provides advice on preparing for OSCEs and practical exams. This book is the go-to manual for an essential grounding in key veterinary clinical skills for all students and educators of veterinary medicine and animal husbandry.

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      Humanities & Social Sciences

      Enhancing Reading Skills | Valparaíso

      The book “Enhancing Reading Skills | Valparaíso” aims at improving children’s reading comprehension skills and at the same time, it focuses on enriching their vocabulary by taking them on an exciting journey to Valparaíso in Chile, where the heroine of the book is traveling.

      by Alice Kassotaki - Speech Language Pathologist MSc, BSc

      Age Group: 7+ Enhancing Reading Skills | Valparaíso is a unique and engaging educational resource designed to boost children’s reading abilities through an interactive and immersive storytelling approach. 🌍 Key Features of the Book: 📖 Adventure-Based Learning: Follow Lydia’s exciting journey as she explores Valparaíso, introducing children to new cultures and lifestyles. Encourages children to engage with reading through storytelling and exploration. 🧠 Reading Strategies for Skill Development: Vertical reading exercises to improve reading speed and accuracy. Graphic organizers for enhancing text comprehension and structure awareness. Comprehension questions to strengthen critical thinking and reading fluency. Vocabulary-building activities, including figurative speech exercises for a deeper understanding of language. 🎯 Why It’s Beneficial: ✔ Makes reading enjoyable and meaningful through storytelling. ✔ Encourages reading fluency in an engaging way. ✔ Develops language skills, cultural awareness, and comprehension strategies. 🚀 Take your child on an unforgettable journey to Valparaíso and watch their reading skills soar!

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      October 2016

      1000 cases of Hunan cuisine

      by Hunan Science& Technology Press

      This book selects more than 200 kinds of common food materials in daily life, and introduces in detail 1000 Hunan dishes made with these food materials, which are widely spread and suitable for family production, including both traditional dishes and innovative dishes, including both meat and vegetables, and various methods.

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      Humanities & Social Sciences

      Developing Social Skills through Short Stories

      The book "Developing Social Skills through Short Stories" contains amusing picture cards that can help learners to discuss and understand how they can deal effectively with a wide range of social situations.

      by Alice Kassotaki - Speech Language Pathologist MSc, BSc

      🌟 Short Stories – Social Skills Game Age Group: 4+ 🃏 A Fun & Engaging Way to Develop Social Skills! The "Short Stories" game is an interactive and educational card game designed to help children develop essential social skills in a fun and engaging way. 📚 What's Inside? The game consists of 52 illustrated cards categorized into five thematic sections: 1️⃣ Politeness – Understanding good manners and respectful communication. 2️⃣ Cooperation – Learning teamwork and collaboration. 3️⃣ Adaptation – Adjusting to new situations and environments. 4️⃣ Problem-Solving – Developing logical thinking and decision-making skills. 5️⃣ Challenging Behaviors – Managing difficult emotions and responses. 🎭 Why Use Social Stories? Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) often struggle with social interactions. Social stories have been proven to enhance social engagement and improve behavior in school and other settings. 🎲 How to Play? 🔹 Use the pre-marked board included in the game. 🔹 The game is suitable for one or more players. 🔹 Roll the dice and pick the card corresponding to the number you land on. 🔹 Discuss the scenario and explore different social responses! ✨ A great tool for parents, educators, and therapists to help children build social confidence in a structured yet playful way!

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      Education

      Social Situations – Time Management | Flip Card Series

      The book "Social Situations: Time Management" focuses on helping children learn how to manage their time well through everyday situations.

      by Alice Kassotaki - Speech Language Pathologist MSc, BSc

      Age Group: 6+ The Social Situations: Time Management flip card series is designed to help children develop essential time management skills through real-life scenarios. These 30 illustrated cards guide children in prioritizing daily tasks, managing their free time, and creating a balanced schedule for home, school, and play. Key Features of the Book: Encourages responsibility by teaching children how to plan and follow a schedule. Helps improve efficiency by balancing responsibilities and leisure activities. Supports the development of lifelong time management skills, ensuring children grow into organized and stress-free adults. By practicing time management strategies early, children can develop better organization, independence, and productivity in their everyday lives.

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      Humanities & Social Sciences

      Social Situations – Flexible Thinking | Flip Card Series

      The book "Social Situations: Flexible Thinking" consists of 30 flip cards that aid children's social development and help them cope with new situations more easily.

      by Alice Kassotaki - Speech Language Pathologist MSc, BSc

      Flexible Thinking | Flip Card Series Age Group: 6+ The Social Situations: Flexible Thinking flip card series is designed to help children develop flexible thinking skills and adapt to changing situations in their daily lives. Key Features of the Book: 30 illustrated cards that introduce children to real-life scenarios requiring flexible thinking. Helps children understand that change is a natural part of life and teaches them how to cope effectively. Encourages children to view situations from different perspectives and come up with creative solutions. Covers common challenges such as: Moving to a new home Dealing with a divorce Changing schools Welcoming a new student in class This resource is ideal for parents, educators, and therapists looking to foster adaptability, problem-solving skills, and resilience in children.

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      Psychology

      Social Situations – Negotiation - Compromise | Flip Card Series

      The flip book "Social situations: Negotiation - Compromise" focuses on developing the appropriate skills to deal with any dispute by negotiating and finding common ground.

      by Alice Kassotaki - Speech Language Pathologist MSc, BSc

      Age Group: 6+ Conflict resolution is a vital life skill that helps children navigate social interactions, build positive relationships, and resolve disagreements in a constructive way. Social Situations: Negotiation - Compromise provides 30 illustrated cards designed to help children practice negotiation and compromise skills in real-life scenarios. Key Features of the Book: Guided discussions: Each card presents a conflict-like situation, prompting children to explore different perspectives and discuss fair solutions. Teaches empathy: Children learn to consider others' feelings and needs, rather than focusing solely on their own. Encourages problem-solving: Helps children develop reasoning skills and find balanced solutions that benefit everyone involved. Promotes teamwork and collaboration: Learning to negotiate and compromise prepares kids for positive social interactions at school, home, and in friendships. This engaging and interactive flip-book is an essential tool for therapists, educators, and parents who want to help children improve their ability to resolve conflicts peacefully.

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      Children's & YA

      P.E.A.C.E. | A programme for the development of attention and psychosocial skills

      The book "P.E.A.C.E. | A programme for the development of attention and psychosocial skills" comprises forty cards that allow you to engage children and adolescents in brief sessions of attentive presence.

      by Candice E. Marro

      Age Group: 5+ 🧘 Helping Children Develop Attention & Emotional Intelligence! The P.E.A.C.E.® Cards are inspired by the P.E.A.C.E.® programme, a scientifically validated 10-week protocol designed to enhance attention and psychosocial skills in school and out-of-school settings. 🌟 What is P.E.A.C.E.? The activities in this book follow the five core principles of the programme: ✔ P – Presence en movement (Presence in movement) ✔ É – Écoute du corps (Listening to your body) ✔ A – Attention au souffle (Paying attention to breathing) ✔ C – Concentration & ancrage (Concentration & anchoring) ✔ É – Intelligence Émotionnelle (Emotional Intelligence) 📖 What’s Inside? 🔹 Vivid, colourful picture cards with easy-to-follow instructions. 🔹 Mindfulness-based activities to promote self-awareness and focus. 🔹 Engaging exercises that can be used in order or randomly picked. 🔹 Fun and interactive movement-based activities to encourage relaxation and emotional regulation. 🎯 Learning Outcomes: ✔ Improved focus and attention span. ✔ Better emotional regulation and self-awareness. ✔ Enhanced body awareness and mindfulness. ✔ A greater sense of calm and inner balance. 🌈 An excellent resource for educators, therapists, and parents looking to introduce mindfulness and emotional regulation skills in a fun, engaging way!

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      Humanities & Social Sciences

      Social situations for autistic adolescents

      An invaluable handbook designed for autistic teens and anyone who wants to improve their social communication skills.

      by Alice Kassotaki - Speech Language Pathologist MSc, BSc

      Social Situations for Adolescents - NEW EDITION 2024 Age Group: 12 years and over This book is a groundbreaking resource designed to facilitate the social development of adolescents, especially those on the autism spectrum (ASD). However, Social Situations for Adolescents extends beyond its primary target audience, offering valuable insights and practical tools for any adolescent seeking to improve their social communication skills. Core Features of the Book: Engaging Social Stories: A series of carefully developed stories serve as the foundation for exploring real-life social situations. Thoughtful Analysis & Reflection: Each story includes possible solutions, engaging questions, and structured problem-solving strategies that encourage self-awareness and decision-making. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Approach: Focuses on emotion regulation, coping strategies, and social skill improvement to help adolescents navigate interactions with confidence. Family Involvement: Highlights the importance of consistent support and reinforcement at home and in various settings. Additional Topics Covered: Generalization Strategies: Ensuring that learned skills can be applied in different social contexts. Stress Reduction Techniques: Helping individuals with ASD manage sensory challenges. Expressive Language Exercises: Enhancing communication skills through illustrated activities and structured exercises. By following clear, actionable steps, this book supports quick comprehension and easy application of social skills, leading to long-term personal development and confidence. Social Situations for Autistic Adolescents is more than a textbook—it’s a practical companion for adolescents navigating the complexities of social interactions, helping them build a more inclusive and confident future.

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      1982

      Von der Verantwortung des Wissens

      Positionen der neueren Philosophie der Wissenschaft

      by Paul Good

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      April 2019

      Twelve classic popular science courses

      by Wu Jingping

      The author of this book opened a class and interpreted 12 classic popular science works around the theme of "universe and man", which is both ethereal and realistic. At the same time, the book will broadcast the same popular science program "science classics interpretation course" broadcast on Himalayan FM.

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      May 2021

      "Academician Takes You to Explore" Popular Science Picture Book: Looking for the Biggest Dinosaur

      "Academician Takes You to Explore" Popular Science Picture Book

      by Song Xian, He Xin

      "Academician Takes You to Explore" is a set of popular science picture books for children aged 6-12. The Shanghai Science and Technology Museum and the Beauty Science Team jointly planned this series of books. Relying on the content, through vivid stories and exquisite paintings, the scientists’ live lectures are adapted into interesting science picture books, so that young readers can appreciate the progress of cutting-edge scientific research in novel stories and pictures. This book mainly tells the knowledge of dinosaur archaeology and fossil research. The story starts with the protagonist Mia who wants to know where the largest thigh bone is in the world. It introduces the classification of dinosaurs, the environment in which dinosaurs live, how different types of dinosaurs evolved, and two famous paleontologists, Science and Marsh. Knowledge of fossil wars between the two.

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      May 2021

      "Academician takes you to explore" popular science picture book: lovely big friend

      "Academician takes you to explore" popular science picture book:

      by Song Xian, Liu Zhe, He Ya

      "Academician Takes You to Explore" is a set of popular science picture books for children aged 6-12. The Shanghai Science and Technology Museum and the Beauty Science Team jointly planned this series of books. Relying on the content, through vivid stories and exquisite paintings, the scientists’ live lectures are adapted into interesting science picture books, so that young readers can appreciate the progress of cutting-edge scientific research in novel stories and pictures. This book mainly tells the story about elephant protection. While traveling to Xishuangbanna, the protagonist Mia ran into a baby elephant who accidentally broke into the farmland. Later, she followed the baby elephant into the territory of Asian elephants and learned about the living habits of elephants. Later, during a visit to the zoo, Mia learned the difference between Asian elephants and African elephants, and experienced the poaching of elephants in Africa. In the end, Mia became a volunteer for elephant conservation.

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      May 2021

      "Academician takes you to explore" popular science picture book: Little monkey finds mother

      "Academician takes you to explore" popular science picture book:

      by Song Xian, Shen Yan

      "Academician Takes You to Explore" is a set of popular science picture books for children aged 6-12. The Shanghai Science and Technology Museum and the Beauty Science Team jointly planned this series of books. Relying on the content, through vivid stories and exquisite paintings, the scientists’ live lectures are adapted into interesting science picture books, so that young readers can appreciate the progress of cutting-edge scientific research in novel stories and pictures. This book mainly describes the development of primates and cloning technology. The story is introduced from the protagonist Mia and introduces various primates, including their relationship with us. In addition, the somatic cell clone monkey project led by Chinese scientists was also introduced, which was the first breakthrough in this biological frontier problem in the world.

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      May 2021

      "Academician takes you to explore" popular science picture book: a magical deep-sea oasis

      "Academician Takes You to Explore" Popular Science Picture Book

      by Song Xian, Zhu Wenwen, Jiang Zhenying

      "Academician Takes You to Explore" is a set of popular science picture books for children aged 6-12. The Shanghai Science and Technology Museum and the Beauty Science Team jointly planned this series of books. Relying on the content, through vivid stories and exquisite paintings, the scientists’ live lectures are adapted into interesting science picture books, so that young readers can appreciate the progress of cutting-edge scientific research in novel stories and pictures. This book mainly talks about deep sea exploration and submarine cold springs. The story begins with the protagonist Mia reading "Twenty Thousand Miles Under the Sea" and introduces the protagonist Alonas. It introduces today's deep diving technology, especially my country's "Jiaolong" and "Deep Sea Warrior". It also introduces the underwater world. Various creatures, oasis cold springs on the seabed, and iron-manganese nodules in the ocean’s treasures.

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      May 2021

      "Academician Takes You to Explore" Popular Science Picture Book: Going to Wetlands to Watch Birds

      "Academician Takes You to Explore" Popular Science Picture Book

      by Song Xian, He Xin, Lin Qiao

      "Academician Takes You to Explore" is a set of popular science picture books for children aged 6-12. The Shanghai Science and Technology Museum and the Beauty Science Team jointly planned this series of books. Relying on the content, through vivid stories and exquisite paintings, the scientists’ live lectures are adapted into interesting science picture books, so that young readers can appreciate the progress of cutting-edge scientific research in novel stories and pictures. This book mainly describes bird migration and ecological protection knowledge. The story begins with the protagonist Mia going on a wetland autumn tour. She finds the Aurora crow bird trapped in a bird net. After she rescues it, she takes it to find her mother. She learns about the migration of birds and the problems faced by the wetland along the way. , And finally succeeded in helping Aurora Ravens find her mother.

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