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The Sibling Slam Book: What It's Really Like to Have a Brother or Sister with Special Needs
Authors: Edited by Donald J. Meyer
ISBN: 978-1-890627-52-2
Description:
This book describes what it is like to have a sister or brother with disabilities. It is written based on an extensive study done with siblings, here is a description from Barnes and Noble:
“Presented in the format of a notebook with lined pages, this book is the result of a survey administered through the auspices of the Arc of the United States on the SibKids Listserve. The results were boiled down, using responses from eighty teens, ranging in age from thirteen to nineteen, who live primarily in the U.S., with a few from Canada, Australia, and the U.K. Selected responses to each question are displayed across the notebook pages, making clever use of computer-generated fonts that look like variations of manuscript printing. Space is left for the book's owner to add his or her own response. While the questions do not all deal with life with a sibling who has a disability, most do, ranging from: "Do you think being a sib has affected your personality? How?" to "What are some advantages-good parts-of having a sibling with a disability?" My favorite answer to the latter is, "You get more clothes because she doesn't' care about them" submitted by a thirteen-year-old girl. The main premise of the book is that having a sibling with a disability changes your life, and that these changes are not always bad but are evident nonetheless. Underlying this is our need as humans to find a group to which we can belong, and this group is made up of young people whose siblings have some form of disability. Finding an inclusive community allows these young people to feel connected. While this book is not for everyone, it certainly fills a niche within the world of siblings of a certain age.”
From publisher:
“The Sibling Slam Book doesn't "slam" in the traditional sense of the word. The tone and point-of-view of the answers are all over the map. Some answers are assuredly positive, a few are strikingly negative, but most reflect the complex and conflicted mix of emotions that come with the territory. Whether they read it cover to cover or sample it at random, teenagers will surely find common ground among these pages and reassurance that they are not alone. It is a book that parents, friends, and counselors can feel confident recommending to any teenager with a brother or sister with a disability.”
(www.woodbinehouse.com/main.asp_Q_product_id_E_1-890627-52-6_A_.asp)
Here are excerpts from two very positive reviews found on the web (there were no negative reviews):
From Paul and Judy Karasik, authors of The Ride Together: A Brother And Sister’s Memoir Of Autism In The Family:
"Welcome to the real world of siblinghood, described in all of its color, detail, and amazing emotional range by the experts--the sibs. These young writers stake out their territory and claim it with big honesty, a smashing sense of humor, and quiet but unstoppable courage. If you have preconceptions about people with disabilities or their siblings, leave them at the door, and get ready for a great read."
Copied from the publisher’s website on 3/29/10 (http://www.woodbinehouse.com/book_reviews.asp_Q_product_id_E_1-890627-52-6)
From SlideShare.net:
“Personal Review: The Sibling Slam Book: What Its Really Like To Have A Brother Or Sister With Special Needs by David Gallagher This book was bought for my daughter because her brother has Autism and sometimes that makes for some interesting living situations. She really liked reading what everyone wrote in the book and it helped her talk more freely about her feelings. The book made her realize she is not alone - which I really liked! It also helped facilitate conversations with our mobile therapist and my kids together. I would highly recommend this book as an escape and a way to start talking to your other "special" child. It is not a "fact" book, but it does work to get the family talking. My kids are 9 (daughter) and 7 (son).”
(http://www.slideshare.net/AutoSurfRestarter/the-sibling-slam-book-what-its-really-like-to-have-a-brother-or-sister-with-special-needs-by-david-gallagher)
Contact Info:| Organization: | Woodbine House |
| Address: | 6510 Bells Mill Road
Bethesda, MD 20817| | | | Phone: | 800-843-7323 | | E-mail: | info@woodbine house.com | | | | | ISBN: | 978-1-890627-52-2 | | Cost: | $15.95 | |
Web Links
www.woodbinehouse.com/main.asp_Q_product_id_E_1-890627-52-6_A_.asp
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www.woodbinehouse.com
Home page of the publisher, Woodbine House
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