Lulu Delacre Bilingual author and illustrator of children's books ___________________________________________________________________________________
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Jay and Ben FROM AUTHOR/ILLUSTRATOR LULU DELACRE AND EDUCATOR KATHARINE SWANSON, LEE & LOW BOOKS 2011
Jay often likes to be by himself
Since children with disabilities are on a spectrum of levels, they require individualized education. Jay and Ben can be used for different types of lessons, reaching a wide range of abilities. 
He can spread jam on toast by himself
Clear visual representation of the text through illustrations containing sequenced panels of pictures, along with picture symbols based on the commonly used Boardmaker™ Picture Communication Symbols, enables children to gain understanding of the story plot and to recognize printed words. Some illustrations also provide the opportunity to focus on functional skills such as spreading jam on one's toast and brushing one's teeth. 
He can brush his teeth by himself
Jay and Ben: Pre-telling and Retelling for Fun 30 min. Lulu explains how she created the Jay and Ben characters. She shows each illustration and asks the audience to help her build a sentence that goes with each page. Then, she reveals the published story. How fun to compare both texts! Finally, the audience helps Lulu arrange sequencing cards into chronological order. Brainstorming about future Jay and Ben adventures. Recommended for Pre K-1. For more information select "Programs." jayandbenbooks.com This site provides free downloads for the parent or educator to make the most of the book |
Praise for Jay and Ben:"It's a fine tool and an engaging book/game sure to be enjoyed by children with and without learning differences."-Maria Salvadore, Reading Rockets, WETA
" Designed to reach a wide audience of children with developmental and learning differences, I highly recommend this book to educators and parents alike." Patricia O. Quinn, MD, Developmental Pediatrician, Washington, DC
"... a wonderful book that provides teachers with a method for teaching a variety of skills to children with disabilities."– Andrew L. Egel, Ph.D., Professor University of Maryland, Department of Special Education
"As the Dad of a son with autism, and an autism advocate, this is one of the finest concepts that I have seen over the years...." –Artie Kempner, Fox News, Autism Speaks Board Member, Autism Delaware Board Member and Founding President 
Katharine Swanson sharing the book at The Autism Awareness Night
KATHARINE SWANSON, co-author of this book, is a special education teacher at Porter Rd. Elementary in Delaware. She has taught at the Brennen School Delaware Autism Program, and is currently working towards her Masters in Special Education with the University of Wilmington, DE. |
