Grandin, Temple

"Temple Grandin . . . transforms our understanding of the different ways our brains are wired. Visual thinkers constitute a far greater proportion of the population than previously understood, she reveals, and a more varied one, from the purest 'object visualizers' like Grandin herself, with their intuitive knack for engineering and problem-solving, to 'visual spatials'--the abstract, mathematical thinkers who excel in pattern recognition and systemic thinking. With her genius for demystifying science, Grandin draws on cutting-edge research to take us inside visual thinking and its intuitive affinities for design, innovation, and problem-solving. She also makes us aware of how a world geared to the highly verbal screens out visual thinkers from an early age. Rather than continuing to waste their singular gifts, driving a collective loss in productivity and competitiveness, Grandin proposes new approaches to educating, parenting, employing, and collaborating with visual thinkers"--Provided by publisher.

"A guide to exploring the outdoors and asking questions about nature"--Provided by publisher.

"Presents nine strengths-based mindsets necessary to successfully work with young people on the autism spectrum. Examples and stories bring the approaches to life, and detailed suggestions and checklists help readers put them to practical use . . . Readers will come away with new, empowering mindsets they can apply to develop the full potential of every child"--Provided by publisher.

"A guide to exploring the outdoors and asking questions about nature"--.

Temple Grandin explores how to experiment and how to think about inventing for young readers.

Weaving her own experience with remarkable new discoveries, Grandin introduces the advances in neuroimaging and genetic research that link brain science to behavior.

"[Expains] how herd animals think -- describing their senses, fears, instincts, and memories -- and how to analyze their behavior, will help you handle your livestock more safely and effectively. You'll learn to become a skilled observer of animal movement and behavior, and detailed illustrations will help you set up simple and efficient facilities for managing a small herd of 3 to 25 cattle or pigs, or 5 to 100 goats or sheep."--Publisher.

Presents advice and tips on living with autism using articles published by the author to cover topics such as education, social development, and considerations for autistic adults.

A first-hand account of a woman's experience with autism focusing on her lonely childhood, education, work with animal husbandry, and a professorship in animal science at a major university.