O'Toole, who has been a social worker and teacher in special needs and mainstream classrooms, has Asperger's syndrome, and has three children with the condition, guides parents in creating home environments that support the development of children with Asperger's by fostering concentration, calm, and a sense of control. For each area of the house (and outside), she shows them how to prepare an environment that considers children's physical and emotional needs, teach them how to use the space and tools, and allow them the freedom to try new skills independently. She addresses topics like gaming, cooking, dishwashing, cleaning, chores, sewing, laundry, organization, making the bed, and taking a shower, with specific steps for each. No index is provided. Annotation ©2013 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)