The Lady(Bug) of the Household: Autism Authors, Books & Prayers

Lynne Gillis & Elizabeth Burton Scott

An occupational therapist and a former elementary school teacher, who is also the parent of an autistic son, have co-written and recently published a book called, "Autism Recovery Manual of Skills and Drills - A Preschool and Kindergarten Education Program for Parents, Teachers, and Therapists". The book contains 90 skills and drills to assist the parents and caregivers of autistic children in helping them to overcome the symptoms of autism.

Lynne Gillis, from Mattapoisett, MA received her B.S. degree in Occupational Therapy from Columbia University in 1971. She is a member of the American Occupational Therapy Association. She specialized in pediatric occupational therapy for 30 years, working in private and public schools, rehabilitation outpatient clinics, early intervention programs, and home-based therapy programs. Her professional experiences and enthusiasm for the profession have made her a role model for occupational therapists working with children.

Elizabeth Burton Scott, from Dallas, TX has a Master’s Degree in Elementary Education and taught second and third grades for seven years. With her professional skills, she persevered in leading her son, Roman, through his early childhood years and struggles with 45 symptoms of autism. She also appeared on Good Morning America (see video) after she wrote her first book, "Raindrops on Roman - Overcoming Autism: A Message of Hope", detailing her personal experience of redirecting a child with autism. The book contains 78 skills and drills that she used with her son, which eventually led him to a full recovery from his autism symptoms. Click here to read more about their incredible story.

Elizabeth and her son, Roman

Both of these books can be purchased at any bookstore and Robert D. Reed Publishers. In addition, Elizabeth has graciously written the following three prayers for your own personal inspiration. Click on the images below for a larger view or go to Autism Prayers to view full-size, high-quality PDF versions of these prayers. They are free of charge, downloadable, printable, and suitable for framing. Just follow the instructions as indicated and feel free to share the prayers as needed.