These DVDs are designed to help children of different ages understand and support their siblings on the autism spectrum. One DVD applies to siblings diagnosed with autism, and the other applies to siblings diagnosed with Asperger Syndrome.
Each DVD contains four programs; three for siblings of different ages and developmental levels, and one for their parents. The sibling programs are for children ages 4-7, ages 7-12 and ages 12 to adult. While the two DVDs have a similar format, each is unique. For example, we interviewed families dealing with autism for the autism DVD and families dealing with Asperger Syndrome for the Asperger Syndrome DVD.
These videos show siblings that other kids are facing the same challenges they face, and explores a range of ways the kids interviewed have learned to get along with and enjoy their brothers and sisters. The videos also can help parents understand the special needs of their neurotypical children. The segments for siblings ages 4-7 feature puppets and the segments for older siblings feature interviews with brother and sisters. We interviewed mothers and fathers for the parent segments.
Overall, we interviewed members of 27 families who have boys and girls with Asperger Syndrome to create these videos. After viewing these programs, siblings should have a better understanding that their brothers and sisters aren't trying to be difficult, and should be more willing to treat them with tolerance, caring and respect.
Reviews
~ "In a word, WOW!" - Teresa Bolick, Psychologist and Author
~ "Brilliant!" - Brenda Smith Myles, PhD, University of Kansas
~ "A great resource for families" - Library Journal
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