My name is Avril Webster. I am married to Robert and we live in Limerick, Ireland. We have 3 children; Stephen, Michael and Rachel. Stephen has a rare chromosomal disorder.
I’m Avril, married to Robert and I’m Mum to 3 kids, Stephen, Michael and Rachel. Stephen has special needs (he has a rare chromosomal disorder). We can see he has lots in common with children on the autistic spectrum and children with down syndrome. As well being a Mum, I’m an advocate/lobbyist for those with disabilities. I feel strongly about the importance of including Stephen is as many everyday activities and I have created the Off We Go! series of books to help Stephen and kids like him manage with everyday events.
David is a wonderful talented artist. It has been my pleasure to know and work with him.
We purchased your first 6 books for our son jack at least a year or more ago. Jack has profound cerebral palsy and has good intellect but no recognised speech....
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19 Jun 2013
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iPhone/iPad Apps:
Going on a Plane
Going to the Dentist
We purchased your first 6 books for our son jack at least a year or more ago. Jack has profound cerebral palsy and has good intellect but no recognised speech....
iPhoneAndKids has a list of Apps for Children With Special Needs that it recommends, including the Off We Go! Going to the Dentist and Going on a Plane apps.
" The "Off We Go" books are an excellent tool to raise our little daughter bilingually English-German. They are easy to understand, beautifully illustrated and deal with exciting activities."
Autism Spectrum Directory has a list of Social Skills, Social Stories and Script Apps compatible with iPhone, iPod Touch and iPad that it recommends, including the Off We Go! Going to the Dentist and Going...
"Routine and structure are really important for small children. Predictability always reduces anxiety and so the more children know about what to expect the easier they find things and usually...
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