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The Asperkid's (Secret) Book of Social Rules, 10th Anniversary Edition

The Handbook of (Not-So-Obvious) Neurotypical Social Guidelines for Autistic Teens

Jennifer Cook

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English
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
21 June 2022
Being a teen or tween is tough for anyone. And if you're on the Autism Spectrum, life can feel like a game you're playing without knowing the rules. Jennifer Cook knows - she's been there! Her internationally bestselling handbook is the key to unlocking those unwritten, often confusing, not-so-obvious social guidelines and bolstering confidence, all at once.

Finally, teens can play the game of life with instructions. The 10th Anniversary Edition of The (Secret) Book of Social Rules reveals the essential secrets behind the baffling social codes surrounding making and keeping friends, dating, and catastrophic conversation pitfalls, with all-new content on social media and talking about neurodiversity. It's no wonder Jennifer's is the navigation tool tens of thousands of fans have come to love! Full of brand-new funny illustrations, take-it-from-me explanations, and comic strip examples, this Book of the Year award winner is real, positive, and speaks from the heart (without ever sounding like your mother's guide to manners). It's confidence, humor, and smarts. For the Human Spectrum.

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Imprint:   Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Country of Publication:   United Kingdom
Edition:   Illustrated edition
Dimensions:   Height: 228mm,  Width: 152mm,  Spine: 28mm
Weight:   395g
ISBN:   9781787758377
ISBN 10:   1787758370
Pages:   304
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Recommended Age:   From 10 to 17 years
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Professional and scholarly ,  Primary & secondary/elementary & high school ,  Primary ,  Undergraduate
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active

"Jennifer Cook was identified as being on the spectrum in 2011, just after her three children. She is now the author of seven bestselling books --the Asperkids collection, Sisterhood of the Spectrum, and Autism in Heels -- which include a Wall Street Journal Bestseller, a Publishers Weekly ""Best Book"" title winner, and three of BookAuthority's ""Best-Selling"" and ""Top Autism Books of All Time"". Jennifer is the bestselling female author of any single book in the genre, a multi-award-winning international speaker, and the founder of a brand-new venture called Belong, a virtual wonderland of enrichment and community, empowering neurodiverse individuals, couples and families worldwide."

Reviews for The Asperkid's (Secret) Book of Social Rules, 10th Anniversary Edition: The Handbook of (Not-So-Obvious) Neurotypical Social Guidelines for Autistic Teens

The kindest, most honest, most helpful book about those pesky, invisible social rules! Jennifer's insider's perspective brings such humanity and LOVE to this book. This is a must read several times over the decades type of book that should be required reading for ALL humans. Written with love, by a true leader in the field, Jennifer has once again demonstrated the ability to explain the unexplainable, in a humble, honest, supportive manner. This book is one to own and reread over a lifetime. Not just for Asperkids, this book is a gem for any human who has ever been perplexed by social interactions, felt awkward, or lonely, or loved someone who feels this way. Honestly, this book should be required reading for all humans of any age! -- Rachel Bedard, PhD, licensed psychologist, co-editor of A Spectrum of Solutions for Clients with Autism Jennifer has a way of distilling the social rules into a practical, yet lyrical, and often funny, resource. The accessibility of this book to asperkids, and those that love, teach and guide them cannot be overstated. Lessons in this book can provide down to earth wisdom and support that extends beyond the population for which it is intended. Asperkids is not just a great book for those with autism, it is a great reference for all. -- Wendy Ross MD


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