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Fetal Alcohol Services of Alaska

Links to FAS Resource Materials

Graphic: Alaska Violet The FAS Store
Books, posters, and videos on FAS
http://www.come-over.to/FAS/store

Graphic: Alaska VioletFantastic Antone Succeeds!
Kleinfeld, J.M., Wescott, S. (Eds.), 1993, University of Alaska Press, (907)474-6389.
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/091200665X/thefasbookstore

Graphic: Alaska Violet Fantastic Antone Grows Up
Kleinfeld, J.M., Wescott, S. (Eds.), 2000, University of Alaska Press, (907)474-6389.
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1889963119/thefasbookstore

Graphic: Alaska VioletFetal Alcohol Syndrome/Fetal Alcohol Effects: Strategies for Professionals
Small but valuable book by parent/professional Diane Malbin, $5.00 Hazelden, (800)328-9000.
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0894869515/thefasbookstore

Graphic: Alaska VioletThe Challenge of Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, Overcoming Secondary Disabilities
Proceedings from the International FAS Conference in Seattle, September 4-6, 1996. 256 pp., notes, bibliography, index.
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0295976500/thefasbookstore

Graphic: Alaska Violet Challenges and Opportunities
A handbook for teachers of students with special needs with a focus on Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS) and partial Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (pFAS). This 178 page handbook was written by Peggy Lasser and was published by the Vancouver School Board in 1999. In addition to providing general information on FAS/pFAS, this "reader-friendly" handbook was designed to provide over 200 instructional strategies and a teacher's perspective on identification and services. It attempts to put a "human face" on FAS/pFAS by including: pictures and quotes of students who live with FAS/pFAS and vignettes from their lives. It has been extensively reviewed by teachers, parents/caregivers, medical professionals, and advocates for individuals with FAS. US$16.00 plus $5.00 Shipping and Handling. FAS Bookshelf Inc. #438-6540 East Hastings Street, Burnaby, B.C. Canada V5B 4Z5. Or call Peggy Lasser at (604) 942-2024, or FAX (604) 942-2041.

Graphic: Alaska VioletThe Broken Cord by Michael Dorris.
A single father's story of his adopted son and their discovery of his hidden disabilities. Made into an ABC-TV movie. Winner of the 1989 National Book Critics Circle Award.
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0060916826/thefasbookstore

Graphic: Alaska VioletFAS: Parent and Child
A Handbook by Morse, B.A. & Weiner, L., Fetal Alcohol Education Program, Boston University School of Medicine, Brookline, MA, 1992, 33 pgs. This booklet will help families, teachers and other caregivers, understand fetal alcohol syndrome. This is the first handbook of its kind and will give caregivers a much greater understanding of how to help a child manage his/her behavior. Cost: $7.50. Bulk rates available. Order from: Fetal Alcohol Education Program, Boston University School of Medicine, 1975 Main Street, Concord, MA 01742, (978)369-7713. (Shipping and handling included on U.S. orders; for all Canadian orders, please add: $7.50 per package.)

Graphic: Alaska Violet FAS Resource and Materials Guide
The Arc, 500 E. Border St., Su. 300, Arlington, TX 76010, (800)252-9054.
http://thearc.org/misc/faslist.html

Graphic: Alaska Violet Preventing Fetal Alcohol Syndrome and Other Alcohol-Related Birth Defects: Teacher's Manual. Order #20-4, The Arc, 500 E. Border St., Su. 300, Arlington, TX 76010, (817)261-6003.

Graphic: Alaska Violet Secondary Disabilities
Understanding the Occurrence of Secondary Disabilities in Clients with Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS) and Fetal Alcohol Effects (FAE), Final Report, August 1996, Anne Streissguth et al, University of Washington School of Medicine, Fetal Alcohol and Drug Unit, Seattle, WA (206)543-7155.
http://depts.washington.edu/fadu/FADU.final.report.html

Graphic: Alaska VioletThe Fabulous F.A.S. Quiz Show. A 15 minute video and activities for middle school students with a facilitator's education kit. Produced by Washington State Department of Health and March of Dimes Birth Defects Foundation, Western Washington Chapter. The package is designed for students in grades six through nine to emphasize the prevention of FAS and FAE and to encourage the acceptance of individuals with FAS or FAE. It includes a video with post-viewing discussion material and a flexible menu of activities that can fill one class period or can be extended over a series of classes. With cooperation from the Washington State production team, CAP is able to make this video and kit available for a cost of $10 (Canadian). Contact: The Association for Community Living, #1 - 90 Market Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba R3B 0P3. Phone: 204-947-1118. Fax: 204-949-1464.

Graphic: Alaska Violet"FAS: Everybody's Baby"
A docudrama videotape starring a young man with FAS. This 35-minute video is designed for the junior or senior high classroom, but is entertaining and educational for all audiences. Includes educational materials. $20 plus $5 shipping and handling.
http://come-over.to/FAS/store/fasvideo.htm

Graphic: Alaska Violet"My Name is Amanda and I Have FAE" - A Book for Young Children with FAS/E ($8.50) The FAS/E Support Network. Suite 187, 151-10090 152nd St. Surrey, BC V3R 8X8 Call to order (604) 589-1854.

Newsletter: F.A.S. Times
Ask for back copies of issues with articles about ADHD and special education. $10 donation accepted. Subscribe by writing to: FAS-FRI, P.O. Box 2525, Lynnwood, WA 98036. Telephone: (253) 531-2878 or in Washington (800) 999-3429.
http://www.fetalalcoholsyndrome.org/

Graphic: Alaska VioletIceberg: an educational newsletter for people concerned about fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS) and fetal alcohol effects (FAE): Because the problems are only the tip of the iceberg. Seattle, Washington. Quarterly. A one-year subscription is available for CND $25 professional rate, CND $12 family rate. Order from: PO Box 95597, Seattle, WA 98145-2597, U.S.A.

Graphic: Alaska VioletDiagnostic Guide for Fetal Alcohol Syndrome and Related Conditions: The 4-digit Diagnostic Code. (1997) Susan Astley, Ph.D. & Sterling K. Clarren, M.D. $27.00 Make checks or money orders out to: "University of Washington, FASDPN." Mail orders to: FAS Diagnostic and Prevention Network, Children's Hospital and Medical Center, 4800 Sand Point Way N.E. CH-47, Seattle, WA 98105. (206) 526-2100 X 1774, Fax# 206-527-3959

Graphic: Alaska VioletFAS/E Assessment and Resource Guide from Family Resource Institute in Washington State. Compiled by therapists and intended to be very practical, this publication has reproducible pages (you do not need copyright permission to copy this book) that provide guidelines for assessment , handouts for professionals and parents, and suggestions for intervention. $12.95 plus $1.50 postage. From Penprint, 230A East First Street, Port Angeles, Washington 98362. (360)457-3404. Fax: (360)457-6958.

Graphic: Alaska VioletFASNET Assessment Tools. Developed by the FAS/E Support Network to answer the question: "How can I tell if my child might have FAS/E and if he should be assessed for it?" The Assessment Tools are meant to be used by non-medical professionals and parents. They are not intended to and cannot make a diagnosis but can alert the assessor to the possibility of FAS/E in an individual, and of the need to obtain a thorough and comprehensive assessment. They have been broken down into age groups and identify the different characteristics that present themselves at various ages: 0-36 months; 3-5 years; 6-9 years; 10-13 years; 14-18 years; adults 19 years and up. COST: $8.50 each including shipping and handling. To order or for more information contact: FAS/E Support Network, 14326 Currie Drive, Surrey, B.C. V3R 8A4. Phone: 604-589- 1854. Fax: 604-589-8438.

Graphic: Alaska VioletNational Organization on Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
NOFAS, (202)785-4585, (800)66-NOFAS.
http://www.nofas.org/

Graphic: Alaska Violet Family Empowerment Network
FEN: Support for Families Affected by FAS/FAE, Madison, WI (800)462-5254, (608)262-6590
http://www.dcs.wisc.edu/pda/hhi/family.htm

Graphic: Alaska VioletFAS Family Resource Institute
FAS-FRI will send afree information packet on FAS. Send requests to: FAS Family Resource Institute, P.O. Box 2525, Lynnwood, WA 98036. Telephone: (253) 531-2878 or in Washington (800) 999-3429.
http://www.fetalalcoholsyndrome.org/

Graphic: Alaska VioletWeb page: FAS Community Resource Center
http://www.come-over.to/FASCRC

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Last Updated November 18, 2002