Recommended Books

Essential reading for parents and professionals supporting twice exceptional children

About These Recommendations

These books have been life-changing for parents of twice exceptional children. They provide insight into the 2e experience, practical strategies, and hope. Each book offers unique perspectives on supporting children who are both gifted and have learning differences.

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Essential Reading

Talkability: People Skills for Verbal Children on the Autism Spectrum

A Guide for Parents

Comprehensive program for developing social communication skills in verbal children on the autism spectrum. Practical strategies for parents to support social development.

Best for: Social skills development for verbal autistic children

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The Zones of Regulation

By Leah M. Kuypers

Curriculum for teaching self-regulation and emotional control to children. A framework to help kids identify and manage their emotions and behavior.

Best for: Emotional regulation curriculum

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We Thinkers! Series Volume 1 Social Explorers Curriculum

By Ryan Hendrix et al.

Comprehensive social thinking curriculum for children. Teaches perspective-taking, social problem-solving, and flexible thinking skills.

Best for: Social thinking and perspective-taking curriculum

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Autistic Logistics: A Parent's Guide to Tackling Bedtime, Toilet Training, Tantrums, Hitting, and Other Everyday Challenges

By Kate Wilde

Practical guide for parents dealing with everyday challenges. Covers bedtime routines, toilet training, tantrums, and behavioral issues with autistic children.

Best for: Practical parenting strategies for daily challenges

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Reading Tips

Getting the Most from These Books

  • Don't feel you need to read cover-to-cover - jump to chapters most relevant to your situation
  • Many parents find audiobook versions easier to fit into busy schedules
  • Take notes and highlight strategies that resonate with your family
  • Share key insights with partners, teachers, and therapists working with your child
  • Revisit books as your child develops - different chapters become relevant at different ages

Book Club & Discussion

  • Consider forming a parent book club to discuss these books with others in similar situations
  • Many online parent groups host virtual book discussions
  • Your child's school may be interested in a parent-teacher book club
  • Libraries often have these books available - check before purchasing

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