Print Resources

Print Resources

Please have a look through the many print resources we have reviewed. Because of the number of resources, we have provided you with a quick link to the resource of your choice. Just click on the title under "Quick Links" and you will find information about the resource.

 

Quick links

1. About FASD

 

2. For Teachers

Guides to FASD

 

3. Parents / Caregivers / Persons Living With FASD / Service Providers

 

4. Ressources en français

 

About FASD


Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders: A Collection of Information (FASCETS; Diane Malbin)

Comments: 2006; This is a superb resource for teachers, parents and other professionals who are working with people with FASD; 8.5x11 format; 187 pages

Contents: The book has 14 sections and includes topics such as Context, Identification, Diagnostic Criteria, Understanding FASD as a Physical Disorder with Behavioural Symptoms, A Question of Fit, Trying Differently Rather than Harder, Thinking Differently and Putting it All Together. There are many useful worksheets and practical applications.

To order hard copy: FASCETS Inc at 503-621-1271; $25.00 (US) or http://www.fascets.org

Date reviewed: June, 2006 (updated Dec., 2009)

 


Trying Differently Rather Than Harder (FASCETS; Diane Malbin)

Comments: 2002; many strategies; booklet; 78 pages

Contents:

  • what is Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
  • reframing perceptions from "won't" to "can't"
  • applications for the classroom
  • examples of behavioural characteristics and effective adaptations
  • comments, questions and resources

To order hard copy: FASCETS Inc at 503-621-1271; $15.00 (US) or www.fascets.org
Also now available at Odin Books 1-800-223-6346; $22.95 (Can.) or www.odinbooks.ca

Date reviewed: June, 2006 (updated Dec., 2009)

 

For Teachers

 

Guides to FASD


Making a Difference: Working with Students who have Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (Yukon Department of Education; Claire Earner et al)

Comments: 2006; many strategies and personal stories; manual format; 114 pages

Contents: 14 chapters: Introduction, 12 Essential Elements and Resources

  • Introduction: explains FASD, diagnosis and who is at risk
  • Essential Elements: each “element” is a separate chapter that includes strategies and stories related to the topic
    • Meeting the Challenge
    • Families and FASD
    • Trying a different approach
    • Establishing structure
    • Observing behaviour
    • Interpreting behaviour
    • The physical environment
    • Using concrete language
    • FASD and memory
    • Academic and social skills
    • Transitions
    • Measuring success
  • Resources: includes references for each chapter, “Eight Magic Keys”, bibliography, reviews of other manuals, “Support Plan for the Environment” and a list of Yukon First Nations

To download: http://www.education.gov.yk.ca/general/publications.html

Date reviewed: November, 2007 (updated Dec., 2009)

 


Programming for Students with Special Needs Book 10: Teaching Students with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder: Building Strengths, Creating Hope (Alberta Learning; Sandra Clarren et al)

Comments: 2004; many strategies; manual format; 164 pages

Contents:

  • what is FASD
  • key concepts for planning effective education programs
  • creating a positive classroom climate
  • responding to students' needs
  • Appendices: worksheets, handouts

Note: be sure to also download the "Sample Professional Development Activities" which includes facilitator notes, participant's handouts, and masters for overhead transparencies.

To order hard copy: Alberta Learning - order online at www.lrc.learning.gov.ab.ca Cost: $14.20 + tax

To download: http://education.alberta.ca/admin/special/resources/fasd.aspx
Sample Activities: http://education.alberta.ca/teachers/resources/fasd.aspx

Date reviewed: June, 2006 (updated Dec., 2009)

 


Reach to Teach: Educating Elementary and Middle School Children with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (2007; DHHS Pub. No. SMA-4222. Rockville, MD: Center for Substance Abuse Prevention, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration)

Comments: 2007; 8 x 11” hard copy; manual format; 60 pages

Contents: the content is organized in six sections:

  • Introduction to FASD
  • FASD in the Classroom
  • Strategies for Improving School Success
  • Reach to Teach: Applying Successful Strategies
  • References
  • Resources

Two case studies are used throughout to exemplify issues and applications of strategies. The information is presented in simple and direct user-friendly language – very easy to read, comprehend and apply. Suitable for parents and teachers and others in the educational system. Very useful for classroom assistants.

To order hard copy: printed copies can be ordered free of charge from SAMHSA’s National Clearinghouse for Alcohol and Drug Information (NCADI).
Note: you cannot order on-line from Canada – fax your order with contact information to 240-221-4292…attention: Sarah Barone. If you have any questions, contact SAMHSA at 240-221-4019

To download: www.fasdcenter.samhsa.gov/publications/publications.cfm

Date reviewed: January, 2008 (updated Dec., 2009)

 


Speaking and Learning the FASD Way (Red Lead Press; Carol McAndrew)

Comments: 2006; paperback; many strategies and tools for the classroom teacher; 54 page

Contents:

  • Functional Behaviour Assessment – Helping to Understand Behaviour
  • Receptive Language Development
  • Consequences
  • Environment / Structure
  • Executive Dysfunction
  • Communication Skills
  • Building Relationships
  • Life Skills for Success
  • Learning the FASD Way
  • Resources

Note: Written by a BC teacher with over twenty five years experience working with students with FASD. Great stories, strategies and concrete tools.

To order hard copy: http://www.redleadbooks.com/spandlefaway.html
ISBN: 10-8059-8277-9; $10.00 US

To order the e-book edition: http://www.redleadbooks.com/spandlefaway.html

ISBN:  9780805982770Ebook; $5.00 US

 

Date reviewed: May, 2007 (updated Dec., 2009)

 


Talking About Special Education: Volume 2: Talking About Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder: An Information Handbook (First Nations Education Steering Committee and the First Nations Schools’ Association; rev. Madeline Price)

Comments: revised 2006; 29 pages; 8 x 11 format

Contents:

  • what is FASD?
  • FASD identification
  • understanding people with FASD
  • basic needs of persons with FASD
  • teaching students with FASD
  • supporting behavioural changes
  • sample IEP
  • …and much more…

To order hard copy:  $3.00 (Can.) www.fnesc.ca/publications

To download: www.fnesc.ca/publications

Date reviewed: November, 2006 (updated Dec., 2009)

 


Teaching Students with Fetal Alcohol Syndrome/Effects: A Resource Guide for Teachers (BC Ministry of Education; J. Conry)

Comments: needs updating (1996) but still has effective strategies; many case studies; 94 pages; 8 x 11 handbook format

Contents:

  • overview of FAS
  • understanding the needs (divided into various sections such as):
    • attentional difficulties
    • social skills
    • motor skills
    • reading and writing
    • ...and much more...
    • developing an Individual Education Plan
  • appendices - checklists, supplemental information

To download: http://www.bced.gov.bc.ca/specialed/fas/

Date reviewed: June, 2006 (updated Dec., 2009)

 


What Educators Need to Know About FASD: Working Together to Educate Children in Manitoba with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (Healthy Child Manitoba)

Comments: 2007 - revised 2009; adapted from “Teaching Students with Fetal Alcohol Syndrome/Effects: A Resource Guide for Teachers” (B.C. Ministry of Education); many strategies, case study type stories; manual format; 86 pages

Contents: 9 chapters:

  • Introduction: explains purpose for the guide
  • What is FASD?: provides a definition of FASD and an explanation of the four medical diagnoses that fit under the umbrella term of FASD
  • Understanding the Needs of the Student with FASD:
    • Physical Motor Skills
    • Sensory Processing Skills
    • Cognition
    • Communication
    • Academic Achievement
    • Memory Skills
    • Executive Functioning and Abstract Reasoning
    • Attention Deficit / Hyperactivity
    • Adaptive Skills
  • What Students Want their Teachers to Know: provides a presentation by Joe, a middle school student with FASD, who tells what works for him
  • What Parents Want Teachers to Know: provides a list of tips from parents of children with FASD to teachers
  • The Paradigm Shift: explains the shift from “won’t” to “can’t”
  • Secondary Disabilities: provides a definition and examples
  • What Educators Need to Know: provides a process for planning and working with a student with FASD
  • Teaching FASD Prevention: provides a listing of resources for educating students about FASD
  • Appendices and Resources

 

To download:  http://www.gov.mb.ca/healthychild/fasd/initiatives.html

To order hard copy: free (except for shipping charges); call Healthy Child Manitoba 1-204-945-2266 or email at healthychild@gov.mb.ca

Date reviewed: December, 2007 (updated Dec. 2009)

 

Curriculum / Resources Specific to FASD


But Michael Makes Me Laugh (Interagency FAS Program; Lori Stetina)

Comments: 2003; 14 pages; 8.5 x 11 format; softcover; reading level gr. 3 – 4; target audience: children K – 7; many illustrations

 

Contents: This children’s picture book tells the story of a young boy who is having a challenging day at school … until a classmate says, “but Michael makes me laugh!” It is intended to provide basic information and encourage discussion on FASD for young children in the classroom.

 

To order hard copy:

www.ifasd.mb.ca/resources/index.php $5.00 + $3.00 shipping

Date reviewed: November, 2009 (updated Dec., 2009)

 


Family Life and Sexual Health Curriculum (F.L.A.S.H.) (Public Health – Seattle & King County)

Comments: revisions began in 2002; lesson plans; Special Education component updated in 2006

POPFASD Note: We have not seen or used the revised curriculum; perusal of the original curriculum makes us think it might be a very useful resource

 

Contents:

  • divided into K – 4; 4 – 6; 7 – 8; 9 – 10; 11 – 12; Special Education: Secondary
  • lesson plans
  • addresses such issues as physical development, promotion of sexual health, prevention of disease, affection, interpersonal relationships, body image and gender roles

To order hard copy: fill out and print the order form here: http://www.kingcounty.gov/healthservices/health/personal/famplan/educators/FLASH.aspx; prices vary – 1 - 5 copies of the Special Ed curriculum is $60.00 US dollars each

To download: for more information and free downloadable lesson plans, go here http://www.kingcounty.gov/healthservices/health/personal/famplan/educators/FLASH.aspx

Date reviewed: January, 2007 (updated Dec., 2009)

 


Forgetful Frankie, The World’s Greatest Rock Skipper: Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (Jill Bobula and Katherine Bobula/Illustrator, Rob Hall; part of the “We Are Powerful” book series, Wildberry Productions)

Comments:2009; 32 full colour pages hand illustrated, softcover with spine, 9” x 9”. Reading level about grade 3-4; target audience: children K-7

Contents:This picture book tells the story, in a gentle and positive way, of a child diagnosed with FASD. The child demonstrates his understanding of his strengths, his challenges and of the accommodations that have been made at school and home to help him to be successful in his life. This book could be used to promote an understanding of FASD to both children affected and to children in general as well as to educators and parents. The book demonstrates how it looks when successful accommodations and structures have been put in place to support a child with FASD.

Note: Page 26 shows a reward system at home. Since all children are unique, it is possible that this works with this child. However, one of the primary disabilities of children diagnosed with FASD can be difficulty with executive functioning. This may result in a failure to see cause and effect and as a result, reward systems may not be a productive strategy.

To order hard copy:You can place your order via 1-866-602-5462, email bobula@wildberryproductions.ca or fax at 1-613-823-6751. Orders can also be placed online. Go to www.wildberryproductions.ca and click on “bookstore”. ISBN: 978-0-9784095-4-8 $22.00 Can. (includes tax and shipping)

Date reviewed: October, 2009 (updated Dec., 2009)

 


Making the Right Choices: A Grade 5 – 8 Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Prevention Curriculum (2001: Frontier School Division, Area 5, Norway House, Manitoba; Deb Thordarson and Lia Braun)

Comments: handbook; 2001; 8 x 11” hard copy; hole punched; all the teaching resources and overheads required for instruction are included; 263 pages; target audience: teachers

Contents:

  • lesson plans with learning outcomes for each grade level
  • 4 – 8 lessons that will use 12 – 15 class periods based on an average period length of 40 – 45 minutes
  • suggestions for instruction and assessment
  • black-line masters
  • teacher-friendly advice
  • resources, strategies, glossary and letter to parents
  • several of the lessons are based on differentiated instruction techniques
  • in Manitoba, suggested use is a thematic unit as part of the English Language Arts Curriculum or PE/Health Education

Accompanied by two booklets:
Jeremy and Joey: a story about Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (Lisa Braun; 15 pages)
Jocelyn’s Island (Gerard Bierne; 15 pages)

To order hard copy: cost is $25.00 + shipping (includes the two booklets); booklets can be ordered separately for $5.00 each; Frontier School Division, Library Services, 1402 Notre Dame Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3E 3G5; phone 204 775 9741 and ask for Library Services; email sbutts@frontiersd.mb.ca

Date reviewed: August, 2008 (updated Dec. 2009)

 


Teaching for the Prevention of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Grades 1 – 12: A Resource for Teachers of Health and Life Skills, and Career and Life Management (Alberta Learning; Patricia Shields et al)

Comments: 2002; 292 pages; 8 x 11 format; binder format; many worksheets; 212 pages

Note: POPFASD has not used this program in the classroom – if you know of anyone who has used this, please invite the person to “post a comment”.

Contents: This resource provides learning activities and background information for learner outcomes related to alcohol use and FASD. The goal of this resource is to raise awareness of the effects and characteristics of fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) through learning activities that teachers can incorporate into the health and life skills programs. It provides strategies, activities and student information sheets focusing on the prevention of alcohol use and abuse during pregnancy. A handout for community resource people offers tips for working with students and outlines the specific goals and learning outcomes for the (Alberta) health program. The resource has a focus on three themes: understanding relationships, dealing with feelings, and managing risks and making personal choices. Strategies for Grades 1 – 3 level focus on building skills to make healthy choices and do not directly address FASD. Strategies at the Grades 4 – 6, Grades 7 – 9, and Grades 10 – 12 focus on building skills for healthy choices and integrate content and activities that directly address FASD.

Note: This resource may be suitable for use with BC learning outcomes for Health and Career Education K to 7, Health and Career Education 8 and 9, Planning 10 and the Graduation Portfolio (if required!).

To order hard copy: The Learning Resources Centre, $12.85; ISBN 9780778513445; ISBN – 10: 0778513440; online order #46747; see website at: http://www.lrc.education.gov.ab.ca or mail order to 12360-142 Street, NW, Edmonton, AB T5L 4X9 (toll-free in BC: 1-888-310-7777)

To download: http://www.education.gov.ab.ca/fasd and click on Teaching for the Prevention…

Date reviewed: November, 2006 (updated Dec., 2009)

 


This is Me (Interagency FASD Program)

Comments: 2007; a visual learning tool designed to increase understanding of FASD; utilizes flash-animated, endearing characters to provide scenarios that demonstrate strengths, challenges, and strategies; comes with a very useful guide that is full of great information; target audience includes all people who are interested in gaining a better understanding of FASD

Contents: animated presentations to visually demonstrate many concepts related to FASD:

  • Clicking “My Strengths”, users can view: “Artistic”, “Good with Animals”, “Hands on Activities”, “Music, and “Other Strengths”
  • Clicking “My Challenges”, users can view: “Academic Skills”, “Focus and Attention”, “Thinking and Reasoning”, “Communication”, “Executive Functioning”, “Memory”, “Sensory”, “Living and Social Skills”
  • Under “Strategies for Me”, users can view: “One Instruction at a Time”, “Prepare for Transitions”, Teach with Actions and Pictures”, “Reduce Stimulation”, “Provide Concrete Examples”, “Moderate Voice Levels”, “Facilitate Social Skills”, “Organize Environment”, “Allow Informal Breaks”

To order: Go to the website www.ifasd.mb.ca/resources/index.php or contact Interagency Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Program at 1-204-586-8658 (phone), 1-2-4-586-1874 (fax) or Interagency_FAS@shaw.ca (e-mail)
Cost: $135.00 + $14.00 (shipping and handling)

Date reviewed: February, 2008 (updated Dec., 2009)

 


Tough Kids and Substance Abuse: a drug awareness program for children with ARND, FAS, FAE and cognitive disabilities (Addictions Foundation of Manitoba)

Comments: First edition: 2000 Second edition 2004; 292 pages; 8 x 11 format; coil bound; many worksheets

Note: POPFASD has not used this program in the classroom – if you know of anyone who has used this, please have them write a comment. Also note that the curriculum was written in 2000 prior to current research on “brain-based behaviour”

Contents: Features a new drug awareness program that provides educators and other youth community professionals with practical strategies related to educating this group of youth about alcohol, inhalant and other drug issues. The resource book is divided into four units:

  • Where Do We Begin? Assessing Students’ Knowledge (5 lessons)
  • How Does Substance Abuse Affect the Body? (3 lessons)
  • What are Feelings? (3 lessons)
  • Personalized Safety Plans

Appendices include: bibliography, Materials, Drug Index, Internet Resources

Also includes a great introduction which explains the O.N.E. S.T.E.P. approach or redesigning environments for students with FASD

To order hard copy: The William Potoroka Memorial Library, 1031 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba R3G 0R8; Telephone 204-944-6233 or Fax 204-772-0225; ISBN 1894684168 ($15.00 + shipping)

Date reviewed: November, 2006 (updated Dec., 2009)

 


You Can Do It Too (Interagency FASD Program; Burns, Freeman, Smith et al)

Comments: 2007; uses comic book style with cartoon characters; comic book format; 12 pages

Contents: In comic book format, tells the story of two children with FASD. One understands what it means to have FASD and shares what strategies work for her at school and at home; the latter does not understand FASD and has no strategies in place to help with his frustration. The former explains FASD in language and pictures that are easy to understand for children around the ages of 8 and above.

Note: POPFASD recommends the resource but recommends the picture on page 9 showing the facial characteristics was equal in size or smaller than the comparison picture of a child without facial characteristics.

To order: Visit the website www.ifasd.mb.ca/resources/index.php or order by mail at Interagency FASD Program, 10 – 254 Stella Walk, Winnipeg, MB, R2W 2T3, by phone at 204 582 8658 (ext 101), and by email at interagencys_FAS@shaw.ca; $1.00 per copy + shipping

Date reviewed: November, 2007 (updated Dec., 2009)

 

Other Relevant Resources


End of Ignorance…Multiplying our Human Potential, The (John Mighton, 2007)

Comments: 2007; hardcover 5.5” x 8.5”; 320 pages; currently available in paperback

Contents: John Mighton is the founder of JUMP Math, a system of learning based on fostering emergent intelligence. In this book, he draws “on new research in brain development and calls for a re-examination of the assumptions which underlie current teaching. He pays attention to how kids pay attention, chronicles what captures their imaginations, and explains why their sense of self-confidence and ability to focus are as important to their academic success at school as the content of their lessons.” (Quote from the book’s cover page). “The End of Ignorance conceives of a world in which no child is left behind - a world based on the assumption that each child has the potential to be successful in every subject” (quote from Random House summary).

In the first seven chapters, Mighton presents his learning theory and provides examples of application of JUMP Math in classrooms. In the final three chapters, he critiques systemic challenges. Mighton includes appendices on research and more information on JUMP Math.

For more information on JUMP Math, see http://jumpmath.org

To order hard copy: available through any book store; for more information go to www.randomhouse.ca; ISBN: 978-0-676-97964-0; cost is $19.95 (trade paperback)

Date reviewed: January, 2008 (updated Dec., 2009)

 


HIV/AIDS Prevention Resources for Educators: Reaching Students With Special Learning Needs (BC Coalition of People With Disabilities – Vancouver, BC)

Comments: published quarterly; winter 2006/2007 edition is 20 pages; 8 x 11 format

Contents: articles in the winter, 2006/2007 edition include:

  • Sexual Health for Youth with Disabilities
  • Gender Confusion Distresses Teens
  • many resources listed

To download:  www.bccpd.bc.ca/publications/healthandwellness.htm(free)

To order hard copy: phone 1-877-232-7400 or email wdi@bccpd.bc.ca (free in BC)

Date reviewed: November, 2006 (updated Dec., 2009)

 


JUMP Math (JUMP Math (Junior Undiscovered Math Prodigies), 2006)

Comments: materials constantly revised from 2000 onwards (eg Workbook 7 is 2006); workbook format (8” x 11”); Workbook 7:1 has 157 pages of worksheets; Workbook 7:2 has 158 pages…most of the other workbooks have a comparable number of pages

POPFASD Note: We have not had experience using the materials – we are simply presenting information. If you have used these materials, please share your experiences with us!

Student review of materials — A student currently in Math 8 reviewed Workbook 8 for POPFASD. These are her comments:

"Here is what I like about the textbook JumpMath.
-It has step by step instructions
-Work is done right in the book
-It has explanatory diagrams
-It gets you to work step by step
-The diagrams make working out problems easier
-The questions are easy to understand
-Each page covers a single topic, not several
-The pages are in sequence, instead of jumping all over."

“Jump Math in Action” is an article by Lavana Heel of the Vancouver School Board; published in “SEA Crosscurrents Magazine”, Fall 2007.

Contents: The JUMP Math program is both a philosophy and a set of materials and methods. It is primarily intended for use by teachers in the classroom. JUMP Math offers a complete package of materials covering the curricula for grades 1 to 8. It can also be used as a support in after-school tutoring by schools or community organizations, or by parents at home.

Each grade level has two workbooks and a Teacher’s Guide. There are three essential aspects to the JUMP Math approach:

  • concepts and skills are isolated
  • material is introduced in steps
  • preparation and practice are provided

The Teacher’s Guide contains:

  • an introduction to the JUMP philosophy and teaching method
  • mental math skills
  • activities and extension exercises
  • blackline masters

Training and More Information:
For more information and teacher training contact Liz Barrett, First Nations Outreach and Teacher Support for JUMP (lizb@jumpmath.org).

To order hard copy: available through University of Toronto Press; can order by phone, email, fax or mail. Order form can be downloaded from http://jumpmath.org/publications/order
Cost of grade-specific workbooks (each part) in any combination is $11.00; Teacher's guides for books 1 to 6 are downloadable free from the following link:  jumpmath.org/publications/materials/tg; the cost of each Teacher's Guide for workbooks 7 and 8 is $27.95.
For more information, visit the web-site http://jumpmath.org

To download: for a free download of the Fractions Unit go to jumpmath.org/publications/materials/iu/3-4. Teacher’s Guides for Workbooks 1 - 6 are available on the JUMP Math website; other materials (eg “Tip Sheets” - such as "How to Learn Your Times Tables in Five Days” and units such as “Basic Number Sense”) are also available for download.

Date reviewed: January, 2008 (updated Dec., 2009)

 


Kids in My Class: Students with diverse needs in regular classrooms, The (Delta School District)

Comments: 2005; 8 x 11 handbook format; 47 pages

Contents: 8 sections:

  • students with anxiety concerns
  • students with attentional difficulties
  • students with autism spectrum disorder
  • students who are gifted
  • students with learning disabilities
  • students with severe learning disabilities
  • students who are slower learners or have Mild Intellectual Disabilities
  • students with written output difficulties

Each section has case studies, characteristics and behavioural strategies and instructional strategies.
Appendices includes many samples of visual schedules, adaptive planning checklists and strategies, adaptations to maximize success for all, planning sheets, websites for teachers and a glossary.
Target audience: regular classroom teacher

To download: click here

Date reviewed: November, 2008 (updated Dec., 2009)

 


Kids in My Class II: Students with Low Incidence Special Needs in regular classrooms, The (Delta School District)

Comments: 2008; 8 x 11 handbook format; 21 pages

Contents: 8 sections:

  • Deaf and Hard of Hearing
  • Visual Impairment
  • Moderate Intellectual Ability
  • Physical Disability
  • Intensive Behaviour Challenges or Serious Mental Illness
  • Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder
  • Other Syndromes

Each section has a description, definition, characteristics, instructional strategies and behavioural strategies; some also have environmental strategies, case studies and supports/interventions.
Internet resources are included.
Target audience: regular classroom teacher

To download: http://web.deltasd.bc.ca/programs/special-programs/special-needs
scroll down to the Resources section

Note: The series also includes “Aboriginal Kids in My Class” and “ESL Kids in My Class”

Date reviewed: November, 2008 (updated Dec., 2009)

 


Living with Prenatal Drug Exposure: A Guide for Parents (Society of Special Needs Adoptive Parents; Groundwork Press, Vancouver, BC; Cowan, Lissa and Lee, Jennifer)

Comments: 2003; 6” x 9”; book format; 110 pages

Contents: 3 main parts: PDE Essentials, Caregiver 101, PDE Workbook; each part has several sections. A glossary, resources and bibliography are also included. Of special interest to educators is a section called “Teachers’ and Support Workers’ Handout”.

To order hard copy: contact http://groundworkpress.com (online order with paypal) or Odin Books at 1 800 223 6346; www.odinbooks.ca $24.95

Date reviewed: February, 2009 (updated Dec., 2009)

 


Making Space: Teaching for Diversity and Social Justice Throughout the K – 12 Curriculum (BC Ministry of Education; Dr. Adrienne Gnidec, Project Coordinator)

Comments: 2008; 8 x 11” hard copy; manual format; 107 pages; target group is educators in the K – 12 school system

Contents:

  • Introduction and Context; Kindergarten to Grade 3; Grades 4 – 7; Grades 8 – 10; Grades 11 – 12; Appendices (includes Learning Resources, Selected Web Sites, Glossary)
  • each grade cluster includes curriculum connections to subject areas, sample lesson plans and suggestions for using existing curriculum based materials

To order hard copy: phone toll free : 1-800-663-6105; cost is 12.95 + GST (shipping included) when ordered through your school

To download: www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/program_delivery/ss.htm

Date reviewed: January, 2009 (updated Dec., 2009)

 


Programming for Students with Special Needs Book 3: Individual Program Planning (Alberta Learning)

Comments: 2006; comprehensive; manual format (8.5"x11"); 12 separate booklets; total of approximately 526 pages

Contents: some chapter titles include
Chapter 2: Encouraging Parent Involvement
Chapter 6: Selecting Accommodations and Strategies
Chapter 7: Making Goals Meaningful, Measurable and Manageable
Chapter 8: Planning for Transitions
Chapter 10: Getting off to a Good Start in Early Childhood Services (ECS)
Chapter 12: Promising Practices for Junior and Senior High School

To order hard copy: Alberta Learning - Cost is $27.95; (3 hole punch and CD-ROM) - order online at http://www.lrc.education.gov.ab.ca/pro/resources/item.htm?item-no=627870

To download: http://education.alberta.ca/admin/special/resources/ipp.aspx

Date reviewed: September, 2006 (updated Dec., 2009)

 


Research-based Interventions for Children and Youth with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder: Revealing the Gap (S. Premji, K. Benzies, K. Serrett, and K.A. Hayden)

Comments: Premji et al conducted a systematic review to identify research-based interventions for children and youth with FASD.

Contents: After reviewing close to 17,000 articles/studies, the authors concluded that there is limited scientific evidence upon which to draw recommendations regarding interventions for children and youth with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder.

To order hard copy: The study is available for purchase at http://www.blackwell-synergy.com/doi/abs/10.1111/j.1365-2214.2006.00692.x

Date reviewed: July, 2006 (updated Dec., 2009)

 


Transition Planning and Resource Guide for Youth with Special Needs and Their Families who Live in Delta, (Delta School District)

Comments: 2007; 8 x 11 handbook format; 71 pages

Note: The Delta Transition Sub Committee adapted the MCFD guide “Your Future Now” to meet the needs of Delta families

Contents:

  • Introduction
  • Your Transition
  • Six Steps to a Successful Transition Plan
  • Your Transition Planning Workbook – many worksheets and checklists
  • Sample Transition Plans
  • Transition Plan Template
  • Resources Guide: 26 pages!

Target audience: youth; very “user friendly” language

To download: http://web.deltasd.bc.ca/programs/special-programs/special-needs
scroll down to the Resources section

Date reviewed: November, 2008 (updated Dec. 2009)

 


Working with People with Challenging Behaviors: A Guide for Maintaining Positive Relationships (Challenging Behavior Analysis and Consultation, Ltd.; Nathan Ory)

Comments: 2007; 8 x 11 coil bound; manual/guide format; 292 pages; target group is persons living with challenging behaviours, their parents, educators and caregivers

Contents: 10 chapters:

  • chapter 1: provides the introduction to values and methods
  • chapters 2 – 10: each chapter focuses on a specific type of behaviour (eg. Dependent and Functionally Dependent; Persistent, Repetitive; Impulsive; Emotionally Fragile and Reactive, etc) and includes a definition of the behaviour, generative factors, characteristics and interventions
  • many examples of characteristics and interventions from real people in real situations
  • focus on positive relationships and building on strengths; use of icons and visuals to highlight key concepts
  • 7 appendices, including one called “Supporting Adults with FAS and similar brain dysfunction”

To order hard copy: Phone 250-743-1667 or email challengingbehavior@shaw.ca; cost is $39.95 (plus shipping); there is a 25% discount if four or more copies are ordered from one location, a greater discount can be negotiated for a greater quantity purchase; can also order through Odin books http://www.odinbooks.ca/books_adult.htm … then click on Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder; cost through Odin is $39.95 plus shipping

Date reviewed: December, 2008 (updated Dec., 2009)

 

Parents / Caregivers / Persons Living With FASD / Service Providers


Aboriginal Approaches: Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (2002; revised 2008; Ontario Federation of Indian Friendship Centres; Kim Anderson, editor)

Comments: manual; revised 2008; download; 8 x 11”; 48 pages; covers a wide variety of topics ranging from parenting tips to articles describing effective practices across Canada; focus is on the stories of real people and how they live and work with FASD; very positive and success oriented; validation of aboriginal approaches, knowledge and culture; target audience: anyone with an interest in effective practices!

Contents: major articles:

  • Healing with a Deep Heart – story of how the Ktuxana and Kinbasket people of BC decided to address the suggested high rates of FASD through the Community Healing and Intervention Program that is designed around a Medicine Wheel
  • Support, Education and Healing – story of workshop presenter Della Maguire
  • The Aboriginal Family as Medicine – story of a family raising 7 children - 4 with FAS
  • Coming out of the Box – story told by Francis Perry who was adopted into a white family at the age of three….and had a long and painful journey to finding a support system that nourished his strengths
  • Teachers Among Us – story of a foster mom growing to understand the strengths and needs of her young foster son
  • Feathering the Eagle’s Nest – story of how one northern Ontario elementary and secondary school has adjusted its environment and its academic programming to improve the learning experience of its FASD students – and everyone is benefiting
  • …..and more…Traditional Aboriginal Justice, Straight Talk….

To download: www.ofifc.org/ofifchome/page/index.htm

Date reviewed: August, 2008 (updated Dec., 2009)

 


Birds of a Feather Play Together (2007; The Office of the Wet’suwet’en Early Childhood Development Program and the Bulkley Valley FASD Prevention Program; funded by the Make Children First Steering Committee; Joan Hunt, Brenda Wilson and Marilyn Krueger)

Comments: manual; 2007; 8 x 11”; hard copy; coil bound; laminated; 63 pages; sensory-based parent/child activities manual; target audience: can be used as a tool for attachment between a parent and child, especially where there are neuropsychological and cognitive challenges for parent and/or child. Other developmental uses include sensory processing issues and small and large muscle refinement. Activities can also be used with young children in the school setting.

Contents:

  • step by step directions with visuals for the following activities:
  • mailboxes
  • flower shop
  • matching sounds
  • pinecone birdfeeders
  • milk jug birdfeeders
  • colour tubes
  • garden worms
  • goop
  • Humpty Dumpty eggs
  • play dough
  • the learning purpose and sensory development is included for each activity

To order hard copy: cost is $60.00; order from www.scsa.ca, enter “FASD services”, and find 4 pages displayed with an order form or contact Marilyn Krueger at 250-847-9515

Date reviewed: August, 2008 (updated Dec., 2009)

 


Bridge to Adulthood: Maximizing the Independence of Youth in Care with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder,  (Jane Morley, Child and Youth Officer of BC, September 2006)

Comments: Morley queries why society expects youth in care with significant functional difficulties to become completely independent on their 19th birthday. She examines the gaps in the adult service system for youth with FASD.

Contents: Morley profiled six youth in her report; only one might be eligible for Community Living assistance. Her recommendations include:

  • expanding eligibility requirements of Community Living BC by recognizing low IQ functioning
  • developing ways to assess FAS individuals to help design appropriate services
  • developing a plan that would help these youths by involving several related Ministries
  • providing funding through the appropriate ministry for more training of people who work with FAS individuals
  • planning earlier in the FAS person’s life so that a process is in place earlier to help as they become adults
  • developing a transition plan for ages 19 – 23, especially for those not eligible for Community Living BC

To download: the complete report is available free on the RCY website under Archived Reports http://www.rcybc.ca/Groups/archived%20reports/cyo_fasd_sept28.pdf

Date reviewed: September, 2006 (updated Dec., 2009)

 


FASD Resource Toolkit Second Edition (2009; Northern Family Health Society, Prince George, BC; Tricia Wright and Caitlin Mischki,writers; funded by Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC))

Comments: revised 2009; 8 x 11” hard copy; manual format; 141 pages; also available on CD (see below)

Contents:

  • description of programs and services throughout the province (eg CAPC, Canada Prenatal Nutrition Program (CPNP), Aboriginal Head Start (AHS))
  • glossary of terms
  • organization of Toolkit:
    • 4 sections:
      • FASD Information
      • Prevention and Awareness
      • Support
      • Building Community Capacity
    • at the end of each section is a toolbox describing resources – each of these resources is presented with a variety of information; very user-friendly
  • section on “Shining Examples – Promising Practices” — examples of “what’s working” in the province of BC
  • appendices: references, contact lists, project lists, websites

The Resource Toolkit is an interagency collaboration of FASD Champions under the auspices of the provincial FASD Mentoring Project (funded by PHAC) from the entire provincial network of PHAC programs such as CAPC, CPNP and AHS (see above for interpretation of all these acronyms!). This revised edition creates a resource which is useful for anyone who is interested in learning more about FASD,

To order hard copy of FASD Resource Toolkit Second Edition: contact 250-561-2689; $75.00 (includes shipping and a binder)

FASD Resource CD For Service Providers

A great and varied collection of resources to accompany and enhance the FASD Resource Toolkit (see above). Includes articles by Jan Lutke and Nathan Ory, ideas for hands-on activities, powerpoint presentations, hand-outs, “tip sheets” and many more resources.

To order hard copy of FASD Resource CD for Service Providers:  Contact 250-561-2689 ($75.00 includes resource, cd, taxes and shipping within BC)

To download: http://www.nfhs-pg.org/research/resourcecd.html

Date reviewed: November, 2009 (updated Dec., 2009)

 


FASD Strategies, not Solutions (Edmonton and Area Fetal Alcohol Network (EFAN): The Child and Youth Working Group)

Comments: revised 2007; 5 x 8” 50 pages

Contents: This Booklet is designed for caregivers and professionals who, in their everyday lives, encounter children and youth affected with FASD. Readers should be aware that this Booklet provides strategies and suggestions for people who already have an understanding of FASD. For ease of reading, the child is referred to as female. Contains 19 chapters, a glossary, other resources and online support.

To order hard copy: http://www.child.gov.ab.ca/home/867.cfm (no charge but copies may be limited)

To download: http://www.region6fasd.ca/resources.php

Date reviewed: August, 2009 (updated Dec., 2009)

 


FASD Toolkit for Aboriginal Families (Ontario Federation of Indian Friendship Centres; Author: Jennifer Wemigwans; Contributor: Mary Cunningham)

Comments: 2005, revised January 2008; available on-line; 39 pages; 8 x 11 handbook format

Contents:

  • uses a Medicine Wheel to help front-line community workers explore issues, and find and apply appropriate tools and supports to address FASD at the community level
  • overview of FASD
  • characteristics and patterns at different stages of life
  • assessment: relationship…advocacy
  • strategies…home, community and school
  • mobilization of community
  • lots of references

To download:

 

Date reviewed: December, 2006 (updated Dec., 2009)

 


Living with FASD: A Guide for Parents (2006; 3rd Edition; Society of Special Needs Adoptive Parents/Ben Simon Press; Sara Graefe)

Comments: revised 2006; 6 x 9”; paperback; 139 pages

Contents:

  • FASD Essentials
  • Suggestions for the Caregiver: Daily Living, Infants, Adolescents, Adults, Parent Needs
  • FASD Toolkit: Assessment and Referrals, Talking to Your Child About FASD, Resources

Brings up-to-date and comprehensive information about FASD, the latest diagnostic criteria and terms, special considerations for infants and adolescents, parent needs, and an expanded resource list.

To order hard copy: purchase online at http://www.groundworkpress.com/_snap/gp_bookcatalogue.php or phone 604-687-3114 or email info@groundworkpress.com; $24.95 CDN + shipping (GST in Canada)

Date reviewed: February, 2007 (updated Dec., 2009)

 


Newly Non-Drinking Girl’s Guide to Pregnancy, The (Jackie Rose and Caroline Angel; Sourcebooks, Inc.)

Comments: 2007; paperback; easy-to-read format and print; 5” x 7”; 232 pages. Reading level about gr 8 – 9; target audience: older teen/adult

Contents: Hilarious and sound advice on how to survive-if-not-thrive without alcohol while pregnant. From practical information on alcohol and pregnancy to fun advice on surviving birthdays and finding sobriety support at home, this is the perfect book for anyone who finds herself pregnant. Includes 50 fun recipes for mocktails.

Note: POPFASD recommends the resource but does not agree with a statement on page 128. Also recommended (with the same concern) by a key worker.

To order hard copy: http://www.amazon.ca ISBN: 9781402209208 $16.95 Can. + taxes and shipping or at www.chapters.indigo.ca $13.56 Can. + taxes and shipping

Date reviewed: December, 2007 (updated Dec., 2009)

 


Re:defining Success: A team approach to supporting students with FASD (Alberta Education)

Comments: 2009, Alberta Education; 8.5x11" hard copy; manual format; 86 pages

Contents: Organized into chapters called "Actions". Some of the Action titles are: "Help school staff build an understanding of FASD", "Support positive behaviour", and "Support learning at home"
Also has chapters called "Tools". Some of the Tools titles are: "Answering Basic Questions About FASD", "Interest Inventory", and "Individual Student Support Plan"

This strategy guide is for mentors, support workers and coaches who are working with school-aged children and youth who are affected by Fetal Alcohol Specturm Disorder.
This guide complements the Alberta Education resource for teachers, "Teaching Students with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder: Building Strengths, Creating Hope" (2004).

To download: http://education.alberta.ca/admin/special/resources/re-defining.aspx

Date reviewed: October, 2009 (updated Dec., 2009)

 


West Coast Cooks: A cookbook for the FASD Chef (West Coast Alternate School: Vancouver)

Comments: 2009; 8 x 11 format; coil bound; 37 pages; colour; many photos/images; The cookbook also comes with a DVD (“A Cookbook for the FASD Brain”) that features 10 videos with a narration of “how to” cook the recipes from the cookbook; each video clip is 2 to 4 minutes. The DVD also has 9 of the recipes.

West Coast Alternate is a school designed to work with students with FASD. The inspiration for this cookbook came from a cooking class. One of the student’s wondered if they would remember all the recipes from our classes; we thought it would be a great idea to put a cookbook together with images to help the students. This is a look and cook cookbook. It has written text as well as images to help guide the beginner chef. Students and staff from West Coast Alternate created the cookbook.

Contents: Cookbook: 13 recipes; 7 information and fact sheets. Recipes are in large font so are very reader-friendly; recipes are sequential and detailed.
DVD: 10 videos and 9 recipes.

To order hard copy: Click here to download order form or contact ddelorme@vsb.bc.ca; phone 604-412-7950; cost is $10.00 (includes DVD)

Date reviewed: August, 2009 (updated Dec., 2009)

 


Where the Heart Is…FASD and other parenting challenges (2005: Kermode Friendship Society, Terrace, BC; MaryAnne Arcand, writer)

Comments: handbook: 2005; 8 x 11” hard copy; coil bound; variety of topics and exercises; 106 pages; comes with DVD. DVD is 23 minutes and covers most of the topics in the handbook through interviews with parents and tips from facilitators; target audience is facilitators working with parents

Contents:

  • topics: routine, budgeting, play, transportation, communication, child care, safety, making time, other helpful information
  • each topic “stands alone” and can be used as a pull-out for discussion, learning or practice; can customize the help according to what parents need
  • topics follow closely with the DVD “Where the Heart Is”

To order hard copy: cost for handbook and DVD is $20.00; contact Kermode Friendship Society at 250-635-1476 and ask for Shannelle Alexander or Lisa Lawley

Date reviewed: August, 2008


 

Ressources en français


Cap sur l'inclusion, puiser à même les ressources cachées :
Planification concernant les enfants marqués par les effets de l'alcool

Cet outil de planification se veut un outil pour tous les intervenants du milieu scolaire afin de les appuyer dans leurs efforts pour élaborer des approches appropriées axées sur les élèves marqués par les effets de l'alcool.  Ce document vise l'éventail des élèves atteints par l’alcoolisation foetale.

(Manitoba)

http://www.edu.gov.mb.ca/m12/frpub/enfdiff/alcool/

Updated May, 2010

 


Enseigner aux élèves ayant un ensemble des troubles causés par l'alcoolisation fœtale

Cette ressource comprend :

  • la définition de l’ETCAF dans laquelle on explique le processus pour obtenir un diagnostic, ainsi que les caractéristiques des élèves atteint de l’ETCAF;
  • les éléments importants pour la programmation;
  • la façon de structurer l’environnement de manière appropriée, de développer des routines en classe, d'enseigner les habiletés sociales, de nouveaux concepts et de nouvelles habiletés;
  • des stratégies pour encourager le développement des habiletés d’attention, de mémoire, de langage et de communication;
  • des fiches reproductibles en annexe.

(Alberta)

education.alberta.ca/francais/admin/speced/persscol/alcool.aspx

Updated May, 2010

 


FASD Tip Sheets (FASD Support Network of Saskatchewan)

Les Tip Sheets offrent diverses stratégies et de nombreux exemples nous permettant de mieux comprendre les comportements souvent déroutants des personnes présentant un ensemble de troubles causés par l'alcoolisation fœtale.

www.skfasnetwork.ca/Network%20Resources%20&%20Materials.html

Updated May, 2010

 


Feuillet d'information ETCAF

Ce que la direction et le personnel de l'école doivent savoir sur l'ensemble des troubles causés par l'alcoolisation fœtale.

(Alberta) 

education.alberta.ca/media/620139/brochure.pdf

May, 2010

 


Les transitions hors des soins institutionnalisés et les jeunes atteints de l’ETCAF au Manitoba

L’objectif de ce feuillet d’information est de résumer les résultats obtenus par des chercheurs au Manitoba qui se sont penchés sur les antécédents de jeunes atteints de l’ensemble des troubles causés par l’alcoolisation foetale (ETCAF)

(CECW - Centres of Excellence for Children's Well-Being)

cecw-cepb.ca/fr/publications/540

Updated May, 2010

 


L'inclusion en immersion (2007)

Guide de différenciation pédagogique pour répondre à divers besoins d’apprentissage. Dans ce document, vous trouverez des scénarios qui reflètent une réalité à l’égard de l’inclusion de tous les élèves dans la classe régulière de l’immersion française.

(Alberta)

http://education.alberta.ca/media/720116/inclusionweb.pdf

May, 2010

 


Plan d’intervention personnalisé

Cette ressource s’adresse aux enseignantes et enseignants de la maternelle à la douzième année. Elle donne l’information nécessaire pour développer et faire la mise en œuvre d’un plan d’intervention personnalisé (PIP) axé sur l’élève. La ressource inclut aussi un grand nombre d’exemples de stratégies pour la création de PIP utiles et efficaces.

(Alberta, 2007)

http://education.alberta.ca/francais/admin/speced/persscol/pip.aspx

May 2010

 


Planification de transition pour les jeunes ayant des besoins particuliers:  guide de soutien communautaire

(Ministère du Développement de l’enfance et de la famille de la
Colombie-Britannique, 2005)

http://www.mcf.gov.bc.ca/spec_needs/pdf/support_guide_french.pdf

 Updated Jan., 2010

 


Planification pédagogique conjointe et soutien pour les enfants et les jeunes pris en charge: Lignes directrices interministérielles

(Ministère du Développement de l’enfance et de la famille de la
Colombie-Britannique, 2008)

http://www.bced.gov.bc.ca/specialed/joint_educational_planning_and_suppo...

Updated Jan., 2010

 


Prévenir ETCAF

La présente ressource, qui porte sur la prévention de l’ensemble des troubles causés par l’alcoolisation foetale (l’ETCAF), est destinée aux enseignants de Santé et préparation pour La vie et de Carrière et vie.

(Alberta)

http://education.alberta.ca/francais/admin/speced/persscol/preveniretcaf...

May 2010

 


Ressources pour appuyer les élèves ayant divers besoins spéciaux. Pour les écoles francophones et d’immersion française.

Liste de ressources publiées par Alberta Education pour appuyer les élèves ayant divers besoins spéciaux dans les écoles francophones et d'immersion française.

(Alberta)

http://education.alberta.ca/francais/admin/speced/persscol.aspx

May, 2010

 


Ton avenir t'appartient

(Ministère du Développement de l’enfance et de la famille de la
Colombie-Britannique, 2005)

http://www.mcf.gov.bc.ca/spec_needs/pdf/your_future_now_french.pdf

Updated Jan., 2010

 

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