Keystone Human Services

Keystone Children & Family Services

Resource Library

Keystone Children & Family Services is pleased to be able to provide a Resource Library to its families, professionals and the local community. The library offers a variety of books, magazines and DVDs on the many topics related to the needs of the children and families that we serve.

Hours of Operation
Monday-Friday 10:00-4:00
Evening Hours by Appointment
Primary Resources
Book/DVD Topics
ADD/ADHD
Autism
Down Syndrome
Family Issues
Inclusion
Managing Behavior
Parenting Skills
Person Centered Planning
Siblings of Children with Special Needs
And many, many other topics*
* Some materials available in Spanish
Additional Resources
A computer with Boardmaker® and PECS software, a digital camera and a laminator are available in the resource library for those who wish to create pictures and icons to assist with language development.
Funding
Funding for the resource library is made possible through the generous support of James T. Hambay Foundation, the Keystone Partnership, the Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare and others.

Select a topic to view its associated resources.

Title Author Type Topic

ADD/ADHD

Teenagers with ADD: A Parents Guide Dendy, Chris A. Ziegler Book ADD
Parenting a Child with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Boyles, Nancy Book ADHD
The ADHD Autism Connection: A Step Towards More Accurate Diagnoses and Effective Treatments   Book ADHD/Autism

Asperger's Syndrome

Asperger's Huh?: A Child's Perspective Schnurr, Rosina Book Asperger's Syndrome
Asperger's Huh?: A Child's Perspective Schnurr, Rosina Book Asperger's Syndrome
Freaks, Geeks & asperger Syndrome: A User Guide to Adolescence Jackson, Luke Book Asperger's Syndrome

Autism

2005 National Autism Association Conference Featured Speakers   DVD Autism
Autism Advocate Vol. 42 No. 2 Autism Society of America Periodical Autism
Autism Advocate Vol. 46 No. 1   Periodical Autism
Autism Spectrum Quarterly Summer 2006   Periodical Autism
Autism Research Review International Vol. 18 No. 1 Autism Research Institute Periodical Autism
Autism Research Review International Vol. 19 No. 2 Autism Research Institute Periodical Autism
Autism/Asperger's Digest Magazine May-June 2006   Periodical Autism
Autism/Asperger's Digest Magazine July-August 2006   Periodical Autism
Autism/Asperger's Digest Magazine Sept-October 2006   Periodical Autism
Autism/Asperger's Digest Magazine Nov-Dec 2006   Periodical Autism
Autism Asperger's Digest Nov-Dec 2006   Periodical Autism
Autism Asperger's Digest Jan-Feb 2007   Periodical Autism
Autism Asperger's Digest March/April 2007   Periodical Autism
Autism Asperger's Digest July/August 2007   Periodical Autism
Autism Asperger's Digest Sept-Oct 2007   Periodical Autism
Autism Asperger's Digest Jan-Feb 2008   Periodical Autism
Children with Autism: A Parents Guide Powers, Michael D.  Book Autism
Demystifying Autism Spectrum Disorders: A Guide to Diagnosis for Parents and Professionals Bruey, Carolyn Thorwarth Book Autism
Discover April 2007   Periodical Autism
Incentives for Change: Motivating People with Autism Spectrum Disorders to Learn and Gain Independence Delmolino, Lara Book Autism
Mothering Magazine Reprint July/August 2004 & September/October 2004- Articles on Autism and Vaccinations   Periodical Autism
My Way Back Chiang, Irving Book Autism
Rehabilitation of Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders   Book Autism
Rolling Stone June 30, 2005 The Autism Epidemic   Periodical Autism
Spectrum Magazine June/July 2006   Periodical Autism
Spectrum Magazine August/September 2006   Periodical Autism
Spectrum Magazine October/November 2006   Periodical Autism
Spectrum Magazine Holiday Issue 2006   Periodical Autism
Spectrum Magazine February/March 2007   Periodical Autism
Spectrum Magazine April/May 2007   Periodical Autism
Spectrum Magazine June/July 2007   Periodical Autism
Spectrum Magazine Oct/Nov 2007   Periodical Autism
Spectrum Magazine Holiday Issue 2007   Periodical Autism
Spectrum Magazine Feb/Mar 2008   Periodical Autism
Spectrum Magazine Apr/May 2008   Periodical Autism
Could It Be Autism? Wiseman, Nancy Book Autism
My Best Friend Will Lowell, Jamie & Tuchel, Tara Book Autism
Autism Spectrum Disorders from A to Z Doyle, Barbara Book Autism
Autism Spectrum Disorders from A to Z (Spanish- Los Trastornos del Espectro de Autismo) Doyle, Barbara Book Autism
The Autism Perspective- Winter 2005   Periodical Autism
The Autism Perspective- Spring 2005   Periodical Autism
The Autism Perspective- Summer 2005   Periodical Autism
The Autism Perspective- Fall 2005   Periodical Autism
The Autism Perspective- Winter 2006   Periodical Autism
The Autism Perspective- Spring 2006   Periodical Autism
The Autism Perspective- Summer 2006   Periodical Autism
The Autism Perspective- Fall 2006   Periodical Autism
The Autism Sourcebook Exkorn, Karen Book Autism
Town & Country August 2006 Special Report: The Latest on Autism   Periodical Autism
Bridges for Children with Autism- Goals to Grow the ABA Way   DVD Autism- ABA
Raising a Child with Autism: A Guide to Applied Behavior Analysis for Parents Richman, Shira Book Autism- ABA
Right from the Start: Behavioral Intervention for Young Children with Autism Harris, Sandra L. Book Autism- ABA
Activity Schedules for Children with Autism: Teaching Independent Behavior McClannahan, Lynn Book Autism- Activity Schedules
Preparing for Life: The Complete Guide to Transitioning to Adulthood for those with Autism and Asperger's Syndrome Baker, Jed Book Autism- Adulthood
Emergence: Labeled Autistic (A True Story) Grandin, Temple Book Autism- Biography
Thinking in Pictures: My Life with Autism Grandin, Temple Book Autism- Biography
Special Diets for Special Kids Lewis, Lisa Book Autism- Diet
Special Diets for Special Kids Two Lewis, Lisa Book Autism- Diet
Autism Spectrum Disorder and the SCERTS™ Model   DVD Autism- Education
The Pyramid Approach to Education Bondy, Andy Book Autism- Education
The SCERTS™ Model: Volume I Assessment Prizant, Barry Book Autism- Education
The SCERTS™ Model: Volume II Program Planning and Intervention Prizant, Barry Book Autism- Education
Just Take a Bite: Easy, Effective Answers to Food Aversions and Eating Challenges! Ernsperger, Lori Book Autism- Feeding
Engaging Autism: Using the Floortime Approach to Help Children Relate, Communicate and Think Greenspan, Stanley Book Autism- Floortime
Floortime DVD 1: Relating and Communicating Greenspan, Stanley DVD/Book Autism- Floortime
Floortime DVD 2: Sensory Regulation and Social Interaction Greenspan, Stanley DVD/Book Autism- Floortime
Floortime DVD 3: Symbolic and Logical Thinking Greenspan, Stanley DVD/Book Autism- Floortime
Relationship-Based Intervention Klaw, Rebecca DVD Autism- Floortime
The Child with Special Needs: Encouraging Intellectual and Emotional Growth Greenspan, Stanley Book Autism- Floortime
Andy and His Yellow Frisbee Thompson, Mary Book Autism- Friendship
Andy and His Yellow Frisbee Thompson, Mary Book Autism- Friendship
Welcome to School: Helping Friends with Autism Barrette, Melanie Book Autism- Friendship
More Than Words: Helping Parents Promote Communication and Social Skills in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder Sussman, Fern Book Autism- Language
Autism: Effective Biomedical Treatments   Book Autism- Medical
Biological Treatments for Autism and PDD Shaw, William Book Autism- Medical
Evidence of Harm Kiry, David Book Autism- Medical
Healthcare for Children on the Autism Spectrum: A Guide to Medical, Nutritional and Behavioral Issues Volkmar, Fred R.  Book Autism- Medical
100 Great Ideas for Teaching and Raising Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders Notbohm, Ellen Book Autism- Parent
A Thorn in My Pocket: Temple Grandin's Mother Tells the Family Story Cutler, Eustacia Book Autism- Parent
Facing Autism: Giving Parents Reasons for Hope and Guidance for Help Hamilton, Lynn M. Book Autism- Parent
For Parents, By Parents: A Resource Guide ICDL Book Autism- Parent
Let Me Hear Your Voice: A Family's Triumph Over Autism Maurice, Catherine Book Autism- Parent
Unraveling the Mystery of Autism and Pervasive Developmental Disorder Seroussi, Karen Book Autism- Parent
A Picture's Worth: PECS and Other Visual Communication Strategies in Autism Bondy, Andy Book Autism- PECS
An Introduction to PECS Bondy, Andy DVD Autism- PECS
The Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) Training Manual Bondy, Andy Book Autism- PECS
Embracing Play: Teaching Your Child with Autism Behavior Intervention Association DVD Autism- Play
Play & Imagination in Children with Autism Wolfberg, Pamela Book Autism- Play
Peer Play and the Autism Spectrum: The Art of Guiding Children's Socialization and Imagination Wolfberg, Pamela Book Autism- Play
Passport to Friendship: Facilitating Peer Play for Children with ASD   DVD Autism- Play
Relationship Development Intervention with Young Children: Social and Emotional Development Activities for Asperger Syndrome, Autism and PDD Gutstein, Stevem Book Autism- RDI
Taking Care of Myself Wrobel, Mary Book Autism- Self Help
Toilet Training for Individuals with Autism and Related Disorders Wheeler, Maria Book Autism- Self Help
The Out-of-Sync Child: Recognizing and Coping with Sensory Processing Disorder Kranowitz, Carol Stock Book Autism- Sensory
Reaching Out, Joining In: Teaching Social Skills to Young Children with Autism Weiss, Mary Jane Book Autism- Social Skills
The Friendship Factor: Helping Our Children Navigate Their Social World and Why It Matters to Their Success Rubin, Kenneth Book Autism- Social Skills
S.O.S. Social Skills in Our Schools: A Socail Skills Program for Children with Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Including High-Functioning Autism and Asperger Syndrome and Their Typical Peers Dunn, Michelle Book Autism- Social Skills
The New Social Story Book Gray, Carol Book Autism- Social Stories
2005 National Autism Association Conference Break-Out Sessions   DVD Autism

Behavior

1-2-3 Magic   Book Behavior
1-2-3 Magic   DVD Behavior
1-2-3 Magic (Spanish) Phelan, Thomas Book Behavior
1-2-3 Magic (Spanish) Phelan, Thomas Video Behavior
365 Wacky, Wonderful Ways to get Your Children to Do What You Want   Book Behavior
Behavioral Disorders August 2006 Council for Exceptional Children Periodical Behavior
Behavioral Disorders November 2006   Periodical Behavior
Behavioral Disorders Feb 2007   Periodical Behavior
Behavioral Disorders May 2007   Periodical Behavior
Beyond Behavior Spring 2007   Periodical Behavior
Beyond Behavior Vol. 16 Issue 1   Periodical Behavior
Beyond Behavior Winter 2007   Periodical Behavior
Feet are Not for Kicking Verdick, Elizabeth Book Behavior
Hands are Not for Hitting Agassi, Martine Book Behavior
Teeth are Not for Biting Verdick, Elizabeth Book Behavior
The Challenging Child: Understanding, Raising and Enjoying the Five "Difficult Types of Children Greenspan, Stanley Book Behavior
Words are Not for Hurting Verdick, Elizabeth Book Behavior
Working with Aggressive Youth: A Sourcebook for Child Care Providers Father Flanagan's Boys Home Book Behavior

Cerebral Palsy

Children with Cerebral Palsy: A Parent's Guide Geralis, Elaine Book Cerebral Palsy

Communication

The New Language of Toys Schwartz, Sue Book Communication

Depression

Helping Your Teenager Beat Depression: A Problem-Solving Approach for Families Manassis, Katharina Book Depression

Disability

Exceptional Children Summer 2006 Council for Exceptional Children Periodical Disability- General
Exceptional Children Fall 2006 Council for Exceptional Children Periodical Disability- General
Exceptional Children Spring 2007 Council for Exceptional Children Periodical Disability- General
Exceptional Children Summer 2007 Council for Exceptional Children Periodical Disability- General
Exceptional Children Winter 2007 Council for Exceptional Children Periodical Disability- General
Teaching Exceptional Children August 2006 Council for Exceptional Children Periodical Disability- General
Teaching Exceptional Children September/October 2006 Council for Exceptional Children Periodical Disability- General
Teaching Exceptional Children Jan/Feb 2007 Council for Exceptional Children Periodical Disability- General
Teaching Exceptional Children March/April 2007 Council for Exceptional Children Periodical Disability- General
Teaching Exceptional Children May/June 2007 Council for Exceptional Children Periodical Disability- General
Teaching Exceptional Children July/August 2007 Council for Exceptional Children Periodical Disability- General

Down Syndrome

Babies with Down Syndrome: A New Parent's Guide Stray-Gundersen, Karen Book Down Syndrome
Babies with Down Syndrome: A New Parent's Guide (Spanish Edition) Stray-Gundersen, Karen Book Down Syndrome
Early Communication Skills for Children with Down Syndrome: A Guide for Parents and Professionals Kumin, Libby Book Down Syndrome
Fine Motor Skills in Children with Down Syndrome: A Guide for Parents and Professionals Bruni, Maryanne Book Down Syndrome
Gross Motor Skills in Children with Down Syndrome: A Guide for Parents and Professionals Winders, Patricia Book Down Syndrome

Drug & Alcohol Abuse

Adolescent Drug & Alcohol Abuse: How to Spot It , Stop It and Get Help for Your Family Babbit, Nikki Book Drug & Alcohol Abuse

Early Intervention

The Early Intervention Dictionary: The Multidisciplinary Guide to Terminology Coleman, Jeanine Book Early Intervention
Journal of Early Intervention Summer 2006 Council for Exceptional Children Periodical Early Intervention
Journal of Early Intervention Fall 2006 Council for Exceptional Children Periodical Early Intervention
Journal of Early Intervention Spring 2007 Council for Exceptional Children Periodical Early Intervention
Young Exceptional Children Vol. 9 No. 4   Periodical Early Intervention
Young Exceptional Children Vol. 10 No. 1   Periodical Early Intervention
Young Exceptional Children Winter 2007   Periodical Early Intervention

Fiction

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time Haddon, Mark Book Fiction

Hearing Impairments

Choices in Deafness: A Parents' Guide to Communication Options Schwartz, Sue Book Hearing Impairments

IEP

From Emotions to Advocacy: The Special Education Survival Guide Wright, Pam & Pete Book IEP
The Complete IEP Guide: How to Advocate for Your Special Ed Child Siegel, Lawrence Book IEP

Inclusion

Inclusive Programming for Elementary Students with Autism Wagner, Sheila Book Inclusion
A House for All Children   Video/Book Inclusion
Action for Inclusion: how to Improve Schools by Welcoming Children with Special Needs Into Regular Classrooms O'Brien, John Book Inclusion
Beyond Words: The Successful Inclusion of a Child with Autism Johnson, Mary Donnet Book Inclusion
Choices   DVD Inclusion
Disability is Natural Snow, Kathy DVD/Book Inclusion
Families, Friends, Futures The Inclusion Series DVD Inclusion
Inclusion High   DVD Inclusion
Inclusion: How To- Essential Classroom Strategies Bunch, Gary Book Inclusion
Inclusion: Recent Research Bunch, Gary Book Inclusion
Step by Step: Heather's Story   DVD Inclusion
The Inclusion Classics DVD: Kids Belong Together and With a Little Help from My Friends Inclusion Press DVD Inclusion
The Inclusion Papers: Strategies to make Inclusion Work Pearpoint, Jack Book Inclusion

Language Development

The New Language of Toys Schwartz, Sue Book Language Development
The Affect-Based Language Curriculum: An Intensive Program for Families, Therapists and Teachers (ABLC) Greenspan, Stanley Book Language Development
Action Words! Volume 1 Baby Bumblebee DVD Language Development
Action Words! Volume 2 Baby Bumblebee DVD Language Development
Action Words! Volume 3 Baby Bumblebee DVD Language Development
Baby Bumble Bee's 123 Baby Bumblebee DVD Language Development
Bee Smart Baby Vocabulary Builder: Volume 1 Baby Bumblebee DVD Language Development
Bee Smart Baby Vocabulary Builder: Volume 2 Baby Bumblebee DVD Language Development
Bee Smart Baby Vocabulary Builder: Volume 3 Baby Bumblebee DVD Language Development
Bee Smart Baby Vocabulary Builder: Volume 4 Baby Bumblebee DVD Language Development
Bee Smart Baby Vocabulary Builder: Volume 5 Baby Bumblebee DVD Language Development
Marvelous Mouth Music: Songames for Speech Development Morris, Suzanne Evans CD/Book Language Development

Mental Retardation

Children with Mental Retardation: A Parent's Guide Smith, Romayne Book Mental Retardation

Miscellaneous

Fanning the Creative Spirit: Two Toy Inventors Simplify Creativity Girsch, Maria & Charlie Book Miscellaneous
Shadow Syndromes Ratey, John J Book Miscellaneous
A Child Called "It" Pelzer, Dave Book Miscellaneous
A Child Called "It" Pelzer, Dave Book Miscellaneous
The Lost Boy: A Foster Child's Search for the Love of a Family Pelzer, Dave Book Miscellaneous
Becoming Human Vanier, Jean Book Miscellaneous

Music

Music for the Mozart Effect Volume I: Strengthen the Mind Campbell, Don Audio Cassette Music
Music for the Mozart Effect Volume III: Unlock the Creative Spirit Campbell, Don Audio Cassette Music
My First Mozart: The Music of Mozart Selected for Little Listeners Baby Bumblebee CD Music
Nighttime Around the World: Classical Music and Nursery Rhymes in 9 Languages Baby Bumblebee CD Music
Sing it Again! Share the Power of Music with Children Golden Hour Productions Video Music
Music Therapy Brunk, Betsey King Book Music Therapy

Paraprofessionals

How to Be a Para Pro: A Comprehensive Training Manual for Paraprofessionals Twachtman-Cullen, Diane Book Paraprofessionals

Parent

200 Ways to Raise a Boy's Emotional Intelligence: An Indispensible Guide for Parents, Teachers and Other Concerned Caregivers Glennon, Will Book Parent
200 Ways to Raise a Girl's Self-Esteem An Indispensible Guide for Parents, Teachers and Other Concerned Caregivers Glennon, Will Book Parent
Common Sense Parenting of Toddlers and Preschoolers Barnes, Bridget Book Parent
Common Sense Parenting: A Proven Step-by-Step Guide for Raising Responsible Kids and Building Happy Families Burke, Ray Book Parent
Exceptional Parent Vol. 36 Issue 2   Periodical Parent
Exceptional Parent Vol. 36 Issue 4   Periodical Parent
Exceptional Parent Vol. 36 Issue 5   Periodical Parent
Exceptional Parent Vol. 36 Issue 6   Periodical Parent
Exceptional Parent Vol. 36 Issue 7   Periodical Parent
Exceptional Parent Vol. 36 Issue 8   Periodical Parent
Exceptional Parent Vol. 36 Issue 9   Periodical Parent
Exceptional Parent Vol. 36 Issue 10   Periodical Parent
Exceptional Parent Vol. 36 Issue 11   Periodical Parent
Exceptional Parent Vol. 36 Issue 12   Periodical Parent
Exceptional Parent Vol. 36 Issue 12   Periodical Parent
Exceptional Parent Vol. 37 Issue 1   Periodical Parent
Exceptional Parent Vol. 37 Issue 2   Periodical Parent
Exceptional Parent Vol. 37 Issue 3   Periodical Parent
Exceptional Parent Vol. 37 Issue 4   Periodical Parent
Exceptional Parent Vol. 37 Issue 5   Periodical Parent
Exceptional Parent Vol. 37 Issue 6   Periodical Parent
Exceptional Parent Vol. 37 Issue 7   Periodical Parent
Exceptional Parent Vol. 37 Issue 8   Periodical Parent
Exceptional Parent Vol. 37 Issue 9   Periodical Parent
Exceptional Parent Vol. 37 Issue 10   Periodical Parent
Exceptional Parent Vol. 37 Issue 11   Periodical Parent
Exceptional Parent Vol. 37 Issue 12   Periodical Parent
Exceptional Parent Vol. 38 Issue 2   Periodical Parent
Exceptional Parent Vol. 38 Issue 3   Periodical Parent
Exceptional Parent Vol. 38 Issue 4   Periodical Parent
Family First McGraw, Phil Book Parent
From the Heart: On Being a Mother of a Child with Special Needs Marsh, Jayne Book Parent
How to Stay Connected with Your Teenager Riera, Michael Book Parent
Keeping Kids Safe Shore, Kenneth Book Parent
Keys to Parenting the Child with Autism Brill, Marlene Targ Book Parent
Married with Special Needs Children Marshak, Laura Book Parent
The Child Who Never Grew Buck, Pearl Book Parent
The Future of Children with Significant Impairments: What Parents Fear and Want and What They and Others May Be Able to Do About It Wolfensberger, Wolf Book Parent
The Stepparent's Survival Guide: A Workbook for Creating a Happy Blended Family Ziegahn, Suzhen Book Parent
Uncommon Fathers: Reflections on Raising a Child with a Disability Meyer, Donald Book Parent
When Parents Disagree and What You Can Do About It Taffel, Ron Book Parent

Person Centered Planning

A Little Book About Person Centered Planning O'Brien, John and Connie Book Person Centered Planning
Implementing Person Centered Planning O'Brien, John and Connie Book Person Centered Planning
It's My Choice…. Minnesota Govenor's Council on Developmental Disabilities Book Person Centered Planning
It's Never too Early It's Never too Late: A Booklet about Personal Futures Planning Mount, Beth Book Person Centered Planning
The PATH DVD: PATH in Action & PATH Training Inclusion Press DVD Person Centered Planning

Play

Baby Play: 100 Fun-Filled Activities to Maximize Your Baby's Potential Masi, Wendy Book Play

Rett Syndrome

Rett Syndrome: A Therapeutic Approach Rett Syndrome Association Video Rett Syndrome

Sensory

How Does Your Engine Run? A Leader's Guide to the Alert Program for Self-Regulation Williams, Mary Sue Book Sensory
SI Focus Winter 2007  

Periodical

Sensory

Siblings

Evan Early Wojahn, Rebecca Hogue Book Siblings
My Brother Matthew Thompson, Mary Book Siblings
My Brother Matthew Thompson, Mary Book Siblings
Siblings of Children with Autism: A Guide for Families Harris, Sandra L. Book Siblings
The Best Worst Brother Stuve-Bodeen, Stephanie Book Siblings
The Sibling Slam Book: What It's Really Like to Have a Brother or Sister with Special Needs Meyer, Donald Book Siblings
Views from our Shoes: Growing Up with a Brother or Sister with Special Needs Meyer, Donald Book Siblings
We'll Paint the Octopus Red Stuve-Bodeen, Stephanie Book Siblings

Sleep

Solve Your Child's Sleep Problems Ferber, Richard Book Sleep

Spina Bifida

Children with Spina Bifida: A Parent's Guide Lutkenhoff, Marlene Book Spina Bifida
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This page last updated on:
February 24, 2008