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    Coding for Reader Recommendations
P = Parents/grandparents/guardians, all age levels
P-3 =Parents/guardians, infants and toddlers
P-5 = Parents/guardians for age 0 -5
P-6-12 = Parents/guardians age 6 and up
P-13+= Parents/guardians, teens and up
E = Educator
C = Caregiver/therapist/group homes/assisted apt/workshop, shelter
M= Medical professionals
PWS = Persons with PWS
S = Siblings
Q = Material is very graphic and may not be appropriate for new parents

 

 

   
P, S, 138 NEW!  See Me, Hear Me, I’m Here, Too (2006) A book about siblings, for siblings, and by siblings who have a brother or sister with PWS.  Softcover booklet, 76 pages

10.00

15.00

   
P, E  219 Behavior Management – A Collection of Articles  (2003) This booklet includes general articles on behavior concerns, use of psychotropic medications, skin picking, and social skills teaching. Softcover booklet, 49 pages

6.00

8.50

   
P

137

Big Smiles and Small Miracles (2006) by Lynne M. Caulkett - Inspirational stories about children that are challenged by various disorders; Maria Christine Vucci is featured; young readers, as well as adults, will enjoy this collection of short stories autographed by the author.

20.00

25.00

   
P-3 227 Child With Prader-Willi Syndrome: Birth to Three (Revised 2004) by Robert H. Wharton, M.D., Karen Levine, Ph.D., Maria Fragala, PT, Deirdre C. Mulcahy, M.S., CC-SLP. This booklet discusses the common concerns of the first three years and offers specific recommendations for early intervention strategies.  A helpful and positive resource for families, physicians, early intervention worker, and other care providers.  Softcover, 34 pages

5.00

7.50

   
P.C

233

 

Cookbook by Donna Unterberger. (2003)  Cookbook for the PWS Diet filled with low-fat, low-sugar recipes designed to be used by the whole family.  Great substitution list, fun snack recipes, mealtime tips, full nutritional values calculated for each recipe.  Can be used by anyone wanting to lose weight while eating nutritious, interesting food.

20.00

25.00

   
P-5 130.8 Early Years Booklet (1998) A collection of articles regarding young children with Prader-Willi syndrome--many from a parent’s perspective. Softcover booklet, 37 pages

5.00

7.50

   
E,P,C 224

 

(Educator’s Resource Packet) – Pupils Wanting Success:: Resources for Those Who Support Students with Prader-Willi Syndrome (2003) by Barbara Dorn and Barbara J. Goff, Ed.D.  This packet is a resource for an educator that includes the Teacher’s Handbook for the Student with PWS, an accompanying worksheet about PWS related issues and interventions for school staff as well as related Gathered View articles.  

14.00

19.00

   
E,P,C 232

 

(Educator’s Resource) only the Teacher’s Handbook for the Student with PWS (2003) from Educator’s Resource Packet- The Student with PWS.  A resource book for educators.  Important for all who work with these students to gain knowledge about this disorder as well as the many factors that influence their learning.  This resource manual will provide teachers with valuable information to assist in working with students of all abilities.

10.00

15.00

   
P,C,M 228.8

Everyone’s Essential Almanac (2006)(replaces “Health and Medical Issues”) A collection of articles for the individual with Prader-Willi syndrome. Softcover booklet, 119 pages.

10.00

15.00

   
P,C,E 220

Exercise and Crafts & Activities – A Collection of Articles (1998) Contributions by Jennifer C. Deau, M.S., Exercise Physiologist, and other articles on muscle tone, upper body strength, exercise, and crafts and activities for the individual w/PWS.  Softcover, 44 pages  

6.00

8.50

   
P
128

 

Growing Up with Prader-Willi Syndrome: Personal Reflections of a Mother. (Revised 2003) A collection of 17 articles by Janalee Heinemann.  Tips for managing family life on a practical level.  Softcover booklet, 37 pages. 

5.00

7.50

   
P, C, M 235 Growth Hormone and Prader-Willi Syndrome by Linda Keder with Don Goranson as production coordinator (2001) Reference for families and care providers.  Member of Scientific Advisory Board, endocrinologist Dr. Phillip Lee states: “this publication is by far the best monograph on growth hormone for any condition I have ever seen.”  Softcover, 52 pages

5.00

10.00

   
   

 

 

   
P
123
Handbook for Parents by Shirley Neason, (Revised 1999)  A comprehensive booklet, with pictures, that covers birth to adulthood.  Parent-to-parent handbook for understanding and managing issues related to PWS. Softcover, 75 pages

7.00

10.00

   
M,C,
100

Management of Prader-Willi Syndrome, Third Edition, Springer (2006) Edited by Merlin G. Butler, MD, PhD, Phillip D.K. Lee, MD, and Barbara Y. Whitman, PhD, Hardcover, 550 pages. Latest edition of the only comprehensive textbook on PWS in print. Excellent reference tool for professionals and service providers.

 50.00

 75.00

   
P-6+ 120

 

Michael and Marie (2003) by Valerie Rush Sexton and Debbie Erbe Fortin, both teachers, and illustrated by Bonnie Branson.  Addresses a void in the educational system as there are no story books about Prader-Willi syndrome.  The story is designed to be read to elementary school age children.  Classmates of special needs children need to be educated to understand and even help create a friendly and safe environment for all children. 

8.00

10.00

   
P-6+ 124

My Daughter Has the Prader-Willi Syndrome – What do I do? (2003) By Carlos Molinet Sepulveda.  A Chilean father searches with love and perseverance for answers about his daughter, born in 1988 with PWS in a country with no knowledge or resources on PWS. 

10.00

12.00

   
P 108.1

My Grandchild has Prader-Willi Syndrome:  Now What?  (2007 update) Booklet written for grandparents by grandparents Barb McManus & Michele Leightman; softcover/16 pgs

5.00

7.50

   
P-5 234

My Ragdoll by Cheryl Couch (2000) from a Christian perspective.  Cheryl shares her emotional roller coaster when her angel Elana is diagnosed with PWS.  From birth to age 6.  Softcover,  229 pages 

16.00

18.00

   
P-3 105.2 Nutrition Care for Children with PWS, Infants and Toddlers (Revised 2004) by Janice Hovasi Cox, MS,RD and Denise Doorlag, OTR; consultants Dr. James and Carolyn Loker; edited by Linda Keder.  Provides answers to frequently asked questions about nutrition and feeding of infants and toddlers with Prader-Willi syndrome.  Softcover, 62 pages

7.00

10.00

   
P-3+ 105

 

Nutrition Care for Children with PWS, Ages 3-9 (2003)  by Karen H. Borgie, M.A., R.D., for the Prader-Willi California Foundation. Covers calorie needs, supplements, diet planning and food management, and explains food exchange lists.  Softcover, 12 pages.

3.00

5.50

   
P-9+ 119

 

Nutrition Care for Adolescents and Adults with PWS (2003) by Karen H. Borgie, M.A., R.D., for the Prader-Willi California Foundation. Covers essential diet information for families, caregivers, and residential service providers. Softcover, 24 pgs

5.00

7.50

   
P13+ 134

Out of Childhood: Our Teens and Adults with Prader-Willi Syndrome (Revised (2004) by Lota Mitchell, Mildred Lacy and Janalee Heinemann.  A collection of resources and information to help guide parents of older children through new and continued challenges, such as living arrangements, physical development and sexuality, educational and vocational training.  Softcover, 42 pgs

10.00

15.00

   
P,E,C,M 101

Overview of the Prader-Willi Syndrome (Revised 2000) by Lota Mitchell, M.S.W.  Short introduction to the syndrome for professionals and parents.. Softcover, 13 pages. 

Revision in progress

4.00

6.50

   
C,P 225

Physical Therapy Intervention for Individuals with PWS by Maria Fragala, PT; This booklet provides general information about physical therapy intervention.   Includes copies of articles by Janice Agarwal, PT and mom of a son with PWS.  Softcover, 11 pages

4.00

6.50

   
P 218

Planning for Their Future:  General Estate and Guardianship Planning (1998)

Compiled by attorneys for general information and guidance for families of persons with PWS.  Includes wills, basic estate plans, selecting a trustee, letter of intent, guardianship, glossary of estate planning terms, and more.  Softcover booklet, 30 pages

6.00

8.50

   
M, P,C
123.1

Prader-Willi Syndrome A Guide for Families and Professionals (Revised 2005) by Moris Angulo.  12-page paper containing comprehensive information about PWS including description, evaluation, genetics, diagnostic testing, management.  

2.00

3.00

   
P13+PWSC,E 135

 Prader-Willi Syndrome Is What I Have Not Who I Am!  (2005)  A book of “feelings” written by children and young adults with PWS collected by Janalee Heinemann.  This book gives an important insight into lives and thoughts of our people dealing with PWS on a daily basis.  A portion of the book opens the door to journal writing and an opportunity for the reader with PWS to share their feelings.   Softcover, 70 pages

10.00

15.00

   
P,M,C,E 106

Prader-Willi Syndrome Medical Alerts (2005) Important resource for parents to give to their child’s doctor, ER staff, caregiver, etc.  A useful small-sized handbook, content written by our medical professionals. 20 pages.  $3.00 for single copy, orders of 4 or more books at $2.50 eachShipping included

3.00

3.00

   
P
136

Prader-Willi Syndrome: Coping with the Disease – Living with Those Involved (2005) by Dr. Urs Eiholzer, a distinguished Swiss pediatrician, and translated from German.  Written especially for parents, includes easy-to-read information, charts and pictures on such areas as main characteristics, genetic causes, diagnosis, psychomotor development and intelligence, main forms of treatment and treatment strategies.  Soft cover, 119 pages

24.00

28.00

   
140 Red Yellow Green:  System for Weight Management (2005) by Karen Balko, RD - This book will give you calories, cup sizes and visual tips to providing a structured food plan.  A 7-day meal plan is included for 800, 1000, 1200 and 1350 calorie plans.

20.00

25.00

   
P, S, 138 NEW!  See Me, Hear Me, I’m Here, Too (2006) A book about siblings, for siblings, and by siblings who have a brother or sister with PWS.  Softcover booklet, 76 pages

10.00

15.00

   
P 5+
S 121
Sometimes I’m Mad, Sometimes I’m Glad – A Sibling Booklet ( Revised 2005) by Sarah Heinemann as told to her mother  Janalee Heinemann.  It is in the voice of a sibling of someone with PWS. Recognizes the range of feelings that arise in having a brother or sister with the syndrome.  Ages 5 – 13

5.00

8.00

   
Code P, C * Successfully Supporting People with Prader-Willi Syndrome: A Handbook for Professionals (2007) by Jo Anne Nugent, of Nugent Training and Consulting Services. This handbook provides basic information about PWS, strategies for providing supports in areas related to food, environmental modifications and specific kinds of services across the livespan. Especially valuable information involving the training of staff for supportive living/care giving situations. 92 pages.

*Canadian members may purchase through info@pwsnetwork.ca  in order to support that organization.

20.00

25.00

   
C,
P13+ 240

Supportive Living Care Plan for Adult with PWS in Placement – BOOK & CD (2002)  This comprehensive book/CD will help you create a plan that is specifically designed to help staff and supportive personnel provide predictable, consistent, and accountable care and advocacy for the adult with PWS.  This is available in both a notebook format and in a changeable CD format that can be adapted to explicitly meet the needs of each individual.

20.00

25.00

   
P,C
PWS236

 

Tool Box of Hope – For When Your Body Doesn’t’ Feel Good (2003) by Deva Joy Gouss.  Fun and practical ways for parents and caregivers to help their child express their feelings, take medicine, get along with others, and make friends with their disability.  Many coping skills put together in an interactive workbook.  Ages 3 to adult.

20.00

25.00

   
P, C
223
Wallet Cards for Restaurants  Designed to be given out to restaurant wait staff (to ask that no extra food be offered). Pkg. 20 for $2.00    

2.00

4.00

   
P. C
222

Wallet Cards for Legal Situations – For Law Enforcement Personnel

In case police ever become involved in a behavior or food incident).  Pkg, 4 for $1.00

1.00

2.00

   
M, P
230.4

2007 Conference - Scientific Abstract Submissions   

10.00

15.00

   
 

 

 

 

   
 

DVDs, CDs, & Videos

 

 

   
E, C, P
242

NEW! Understanding the Student with PWS: Strategies for Success (DVD) (2006) Provides teachers with an introduction and overview of issues associated with PWS; strategies school staff can use in supporting success of a student with PWS in their classroom

* Special Promo:  DVD + Educator’s Handbook (#232) for $28.00 – Order #243

20.00

20.00

   
Q, P, C,E, M203

A Deadly Hunger (DVD) – (2000) Five part series of news segments spotlighting PWS. Overview of syndrome and stresses problems associated with appetite, obesity, and behavior.

20.00

25.00

   
P,C,E,M
241

 

Food, Behavior and Beyond – Practical Management for the Child and Adult with PWS (DVD) (2005) by Linda M. Gourash MD, developmental Pediatrician and Janice L. Forster, MD, child and adolescent Neuropsychiatrist.  Suggestions on nutrition, food and behavior, cognitive and behavioral traits and medications; 5 segments – 2½ hours

25.00

30.00

   
Q, P,
C, E,
M
206

 

Leeza Show – “Food as an Ultimate Passion and Deadly Curse" –DVD of broadcast 5/26/98.  Sensitive interviewing of several families of children with PWS with weight and behavior problems and other issues.  Note: predates wide use of growth hormone.  (Price is suggested donation to offset reproduction costs.)  41 minutes

15.00

20.00

   
Q,
P13+
C, E
214
Maribel – (2004) DVD of a family’s struggle with their adult daughter with PWS. Produced by by Mercedes Rivera, sister of Maribel, and Albert Salaz.  Helpful for families with placement needs who need to show dramatic impact.

20.00

25.00

   
Q,
P13+
C, E
214.1
Maribel – (2004) VHS of family’s struggle with their adult daughter with PWS.  Produced by Mercedes Rivera, sister of Maribel and Alvert Salaz.

20.00

25.00

   
P,C,
PWS
E
966

 

“My Name’s Not Willy” Rap CD from the 2003 National Conference in Orlando, FL.  A special RAP CD created especially for children & adults with PWS to give a message of positive self-esteem, communicate feelings, & educate others on PWS.  A PWS sibling donated the writing and composing of this CD: Pastor Tad Tomaseski & his Xcel Team featuring Big Tiny.

5.00

5.00

   
P 5
210

 

"PWS – The Early Years" (2002) VIDEO offering practical suggestions for those families with a young child newly diagnosed with PWS. Genetics, early intervention, medical and family issues are presented, personalized with family interviews. Although focused on young children, it is a wonderful resource for schools and families with children of all ages. 

42 minutes

15.00

20.00

   
M, C
211.1

(PAL-European Version) Prader-Willi Syndrome – An Overview for Health Professionals (2002) Video

15.00

20.00

   
M,C
211

Prader-Willi Syndrome – An Overview for Health Professionals (2004) DVD This outstanding medical overview is a must for all health care professionals who are not “experts” on Prader-Willi syndrome.  It deals with all the major genetics and health care issues of the child with PWS.  35 minutes

15.00

20.00