The Autism Outreach Project

This library has over 1100 books, videos, DVDs, and curriculum materials spanning the autism spectrum.  It is open to any individual in Washington State: parents, professionals or anyone interested in Autism Spectrum Disorders. Books are in Spanish and English.

Website: http://www.nwesd.org/1510106111443553/blank/browse.asp?a=383&BMDRN=2000&BCOB=0&c=54437

Highlighted Books of the Month:

“How to Talk to Parents About Autism” (2008) by Roy Q. Sanders
» On Amazon.com

“Autism and Asperger Syndrome. (The Facts)” (2008) by Simon Baron-Cohen
» On Amazon.com

“Autism. Explaining the Enigma” (2003) by Uta Frith
» On Amazon.com

“The Complete Guide to Asperger’s Syndrome” (2008) by Tony Attwood
» On Amazon.com

Recommended DVD:

My Next Steps: A Parent’s Guide to Understanding Autism (DVD)
These free DVDs produced by the Autism Center of the University of Washington can be requested by mail, and is also downloadable from the Autism Center website: http://depts.washington.edu/uwautism/video/video.html

You can also contact the Autism Center by phone at (206) 221-6806 or (253) 692-4721

Recommended Software:

TeachTown: Basics Computer-assisted intervention for autism and language disorders
Website: http://web.teachtown.com/