This hands-on workbook demystifies the world of work in order to help teenagers with Asperger syndrome (Autism Spectrum Disorder) feel confident in their ability to be successful at their studies and get a job.
Each chapter talks the teen through a different element of employment, including the benefits of having a job, why education is important, how to write a resume and succeed at job interviews, and the advantages and disadvantages of autism in the workplace. A variety of different industries and jobs are explored to encourage teens to begin to think about careers that might appeal to them and suit their skills and interests.
Full of practical information, engaging activities, funny illustrations and inspiring personal stories, this book gives Asperteens a positive image of what people on the autism spectrum can achieve and is an essential career guidance aid for parents and teachers working with young adults.
| ISBN: | 9781849054997 |
| Publication date: | 21st March 2014 |
| Author: | Jeanette Purkis |
| Illustrator: | Andrew Hore |
| Publisher: | Jessica Kingsley Publishers |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Pagination: | 126 pages |
| Genres: |
Work / Industry |
This hands-on workbook demystifies the world of work in order to help teenagers with Asperger syndrome (Autism Spectrum Disorder) feel confident in their ability to be successful at their studies and get a job.Each chapter talks the teen through a different element of employment, including the benefits of having a job, why education is important, how to write a resume and succeed at job interviews, and the advantages and disadvantages of autism in the workplace. A variety of different industries and jobs are explored to encourage teens to begin to think about careers that might appeal to them and suit their skills and interests.Full of practical information, engaging activities, funny illustrations and inspiring personal stories, this book gives Asperteens a positive image of what people on the autism spectrum can achieve and is an essential career guidance aid for parents and teachers working with young adults.
The Wonderful World of Work features in the following genres: Work / Industry
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The Wonderful World of Work was written by Jeanette Purkis and published by Jessica Kingsley Publishers
The Wonderful World of Work has 126 pages
£16.19, reduced from £17.99. Not Available.