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In addition to our CLC Network products, we recommend the following:

ASD to Z: Basic Information , Support, and Hope by Laurel Hoekman
Published by The Gray Center, Kentwood, MI 2005

This booklet is a great introduction to the topic of Autism Spectrum Disorders. It's an inexpensive resource to give to a parent, grandparent, volunteer, or others interested in some basic information. This can be purchased from CLC Network.

Including People with Disabilities in Faith Communities by Erik W. Carter

Published by Paul H. Brooks Publishing, Baltimore, MD 2007

This is an excellent and well-rounded resource for any church as they seek to include people with disabilities. Erik's ideas are completely consistent with the vision of CLC Network's Church Services Division.This can be purchased from CLC Network.

Special Needs Smart Pages by Joni and Friends (Barbara J. Newman is a major contributing author) Published by Gospel Light, Ventura, CA 2009

This book is packed with resources for churches seeking to include children with disabilities.  Each page is dedicated to a different topic such as describing different disability areas or suggesting materials, forms, or processes to use for inclusion.  Topics range from tips for leading worship with children who have disabilities to understanding how to communicate with someone who is non-verbal to supporting grandparents of those with special needs.  This is definitely a goldmine of ideas and can be purchased from CLC Network.

The following two books are excellent resources as you introduce peers to those with a disability. The first title is appropriate for children and the second title is appropriate for high school students and adults.

Be Good to Eddie Lee by Virginia Fleming

Published by The Putnam and Grosset Group, New York, NY 1995

Before you begin reading this book, tell the children gathered, "When we are done, I'm going to ask you which person in the story knew how to be the best friend." You will have a great discussion. This book can be purchased from CLC Network.

Reflections of Self by Sondra Williams

Published by The Gray Center, Kentwood, MI 2005

As you read this book, not only will you better understand the thinking of the author, who happens to be a gifted writer with autism, you will also have a better understanding of God. This book can be purchased from CLC Network.


We highly endorse the products of Friendship Ministries as a valuable and quality curriculum to use as part of a spiritual formation process for those with cognitive impairments. Friendship materials are available through Faith Alive Resources in Grand Rapids, Michigan.