{"product_id":"overcoming-the-behavior-challenge-of-melissa-killam-9798290306629","title":"Overcoming the Behavior Challenge of Going Out to Eat for Children: An Intervention Guide for Support","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOvercoming the Behavior Challenge of Going Out to Eat for Children\u003c\/b\u003e is a practical and compassionate guide for caregivers, educators, and clinicians supporting children who struggle with eating out in public settings. For many children-especially those with Autism, ADHD, Sensory Processing Disorder, or other neurodivergent needs-restaurants can be overwhelming environments filled with noise, unpredictability, and social expectations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis intervention-focused guide, created by a team of Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs), Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs), and Registered Nurses (RNs), offers step-by-step strategies to reduce stress and increase success when dining out.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInside, you'll find: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTools to prepare children for restaurant experiences ahead of time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVisual supports and social narratives to promote understanding and routine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBehavior strategies to reduce meltdowns and build flexibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTips for managing sensory triggers like noise, smells, and wait times\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEncouragement for families to enjoy outings without fear or frustration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a parent planning your first meal out or a professional helping families build community participation skills, this guide empowers you to turn challenges into confidence-one bite (and one outing) at a time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEating out can be fun-and yes, you GOT THIS.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e- The OBC Team: Dr. Holthaus, BCBA Melissa Killam, and SLP Maggie Kuykendall\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Melissa Killam,Mggie Kuykendall,Abbey Holthaus\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798290306629\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 06\/30\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 36\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.18lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.09d","brand":"Melissa Killam","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":49083611873535,"sku":"9798290306629","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/overcoming-the-behavior-challenge-of-melissa-killam-9798290306629","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}