The OutofSync Child, Third Edition, Carol Stock Kranowitz
The OutofSync Child, Third Edition, Carol Stock Kranowitz
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The Out-of-Sync Child, Third Edition
Recognizing and Coping with Sensory Processing Differences

Author: Carol Stock Kranowitz

Narrator: Ellen Archer

Unabridged: 11 hr

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 05/03/2016


Synopsis

2022 Mom's Choice Gold Award Winner

The groundbreaking book that explains Sensory Processing Difference (SPD)--and presents a drug-free approach that offers hope for parents--now revised and updated.

Does your child exhibit...

Over-responsivity--or under-responsivity--to touch or movement? A child with SPD may be a "sensory avoider," withdrawing from touch, refusing to wear certain clothing, avoiding active games--or he may be a "sensory disregarder," needing a jump start to get moving.

Over-responsivity--or under-responsivity--to sounds, sights taste, or smell? She may cover her ears or eyes, be a picky eater, or seem oblivious to sensory cues.

Cravings for sensation? The "sensory craver" never gets enough of certain sensations, e.g., messy play, spicy food, noisy action, and perpetual movement.

Poor sensory discrimination? She may not sense the difference between objects or experiences--unaware of what she's holding unless she looks, and unable to sense when she's falling or how to catch herself.

Unusually high or low activity level? The child may be constantly on the go--wearing out everyone around him--or move slowly and tire easily, showing little interest in the world.

Problems with posture or motor coordination? He may slouch, move awkwardly, seem careless or accident-prone.

These are often the first clues to Sensory Processing Difference--a common but frequently misdiagnosed problem in which the central nervous system misinterprets messages from the senses. The Out-of-Sync Child offers comprehensive, clear information for parents and professionals--and a drug-free treatment approach for children.

This revised edition includes expanded information about SPD “look-alikes,” including Learning Disabilities, ADHD, and autism; about diagnosis and treatments; and about other topics.

About The Author

Carol Stock Kranowitz, M.A., is the author of The Out-of-Sync Child Grows Up, The Out-of-Sync-Child, and The Out-of-Sync Child Has Fun. She is also the co-author on Growing an In-Sync Child with Joye Newman, M.A. She has been a preschool teacher for more than 25 years. She has developed an innovative program to screen young children for Sensory Processing Disorder, and writes and speaks regularly about the subject. She has an M.A. in Education and Human Development.


Reviews

Goodreads review by megh on June 17, 2008

I was very excited to start this book since it is like the OT bible, but it just wasn't for me. It focused on the child who is sensory avoiding, the oppisite of my son who is a sensory seeking kid. It does have a lot of information in a easy to read style, and is probably very helpful for many other......more

Goodreads review by sabina👩🏻‍🎨 on October 30, 2022

As a teacher this book is gold dust! As soon as I started reading it I could relate the stories of various children with different SPD to children I've taught over the years. This book explains these differences very succinctly and makes it easy to understand the reasons why children react, or cope i......more

Goodreads review by Gary on May 29, 2016

This groundbreaking book deals wit the child with Sensory Processing Disorder , a disorder in which children misinterpret the message from their senses to their brain. The book defines Sensory Processing Disorder , lists the common symptoms , as well as it's possible causes. It analyses the different......more

Goodreads review by Kim on January 03, 2010

I am only on page 193, but I'm finding this book is not the "end all, be all" of information on kids with Sensory Processing Disorder. There are several pages on how to help a parent that isn't familiar with quirky kids, but the checklists and anecdotes don't provide much help for me. I really need......more

Goodreads review by R.K. on July 28, 2009

Don't get me wrong--this is probably still the best book out there for sensory-disorder, but MAN! Someday, a loving and merciful person will get out there and write "The Complete Idiot's Guide to Sensory Processing Disorder; The Practical Version," and when they do, I'll be the first customer. This b......more


Quotes

“Once again, Carol brings her warmth, wisdom, and compassion to families, teachers, and others yearning to understand and manage sensory processing difficulties. This fresh and lively updated edition brings you even more insights and advice you can use to help your child, student, or even yourself to play more, learn more, and thrive to the utmost.”
--Lindsey Biel, M.A., OTR/L, Co-author, Raising a Sensory Smart Child: The Definitive Handbook for Helping Your Child with Sensory Processing Issues
 
"The Out-of-Sync Child has become the parents' bible to [Sensory Processing Disorder]."
--The New York Times

“This book is great! It is a real contribution to the parents of the many children who are so hard to understand.  It will let parents off the hook of blaming themselves… and will help them get on to the job of addressing the child’s underlying difficulties.”
--T. Berry Brazelton, MD, founder, Brazelton Foundation, Children’s Hospital, Boston
 
“Warm and wise, this book will bring both hope and practical help to parents who wonder why their kid doesn’t ‘fit in.’”
--Jane M. Healy, learning specialist and author of Your Child’s Growing Mind
 
The Out-of-Sync Child does a masterful job of describing the different ways children react to sensations and integrate their responses to their world. The book provides detailed, practical information that will help parents understand how the nervous system works.”
--Stanley I. Greenspan, MD child psychiatrist and author (with Serena Wieder) of The Child with Special Needs

“Comprehensive yet easy to understand… helpful tools for parents to promote healthy integration.”
--The Exceptional Parent