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Mommy Perks is happy to support “How Much Longer?” Day for Autism: 9/9/09
In conjunction with “How Much Longer?” Day for Autism (9/9/09), our friend Chrissy has offered to donate 5% of any sales this week (through the 11th) – to autism research. She is offering Mommy Perks readers a selection of 9 Tupperware items priced at $9 each. By donating 5% of the proceeds from this, Chrissy is making a 0% profit. That’ s right – NOTHING.
You might also like to shop the regular priced section on her site; she will donate 10% of these sales to autism research as well.
Addition: Bing Note has offered to sell their Picture Book and CD “That’s Bingzy! Busy Building Self-Esteem” combo, today only, for $9 ($19.95 value). Contact Lisa for details!
Chance to win:
Along with our friends at Bing Note, we have put together a 9 question quiz related to autism. Answer the questions in a comment below to be entered for the surprise 9 prize giveaway! (including a canvas bag, t-shirt, bookmark, music CD and more). One winner will be selected at random.org.
Helpful Tip: Answer the quiz questions on paper first and then post your comment. That way, you won’t need to keep scrolling up and down on the page. You will be entered for the prize REGARDLESS of whether or not your answers are correct.
Here are the quiz questions: (answers will be posted on the 10th)
1. In order to diagnose autism, there are certain medical tests that must be run.
T or F
2. 1 in ___children is diagnosed with autism.
a. 50
b. 100
c. 150
d. 200
3. 45 children are diagnosed with autism per day. T or F
4. More children will be diagnosed with autism this year than with AIDS, diabetes & cancer combined. T or F
5. Autism is the fastest-growing serious developmental disability in the U.S.
T or F
6. Autism costs the nation over ___ dollars per year.
a. 10 million
b. 50 million
c. 5 billion
d. 35 billion
7. Autism receives less than 5% of the research funding of many less prevalent childhood diseases. T or F
8. Boys are ___as likely than girls to have autism.
a. Twice
b. Four times
c. Six times
d. Eight times
9. There is no medical detection or cure for autism. T or F
Bonus/Extra Entry Question: If you feel comfortable sharing, please let us know how your life has been affected by autism: in your family, school, community, etc. (*These responses may be used in a future post in order to educate/encourage others.)
Further reading…
We have complied a brief list of Autism resources for our readers. Please feel free to re-post this list in your newsletters, social media circles, on your own blog, etc.
Autism Resource List:
- Bing Note: Books, music, puppets and materials focused on building self esteem in children ages 3-7. From the picture book and CD That’s Bingzy!, to activity sheets focusing on real issues, everyday merchandise emphasizing “I Can”, and helpful advice from experienced teachers…Bing Note works on building self-esteem one child at a time. You can ‘fan’ the Bing Note facebook fan page.
- Signing Families: An educator’s version Sign DVD with over 100 signs. Includes the alphabet as a bonus. This DVD is stocked at Borders, Barnes & Noble, Amazon and more. Workshops are also available in the Maryland area. Signing is not just for babies but rather for anyone wishing to learn another language, communicate with the deaf and hard of hearing community, communicate in special needs circles, expand their knowledge base, etc. You can ‘fan’ the Signing Families facebook fan page.
- Personal Child Stories: Custom written behavior books and social stories using personal photos and custom text for each child’s situation. Self esteem building words are incorporated into every hand crafted story. All books are laminated and coil bound for durability (they can be drooled on, stepped on, tossed, written on and chewed on – the pages will not be torn). Our books are designed to be communication tools for use at home and in classrooms. You can ‘fan’ the Personal Child Stories facebook fan page.
- Autism Learning Felt: Sharing ideas about products that may be beneficial for adults and children with Autism. I also do posts directed just at mom, because I know from experience that there are times when the best thing we can do for our child is to take care of ourselves. You can follow Autism Learning Felt on twitter.
- Healing Thresholds: Articles, tips, resources, updates and research data all relating to autism. This site is stocked with a wealth of information and offers weekly ebriefs for members. Membership is FREE and the infoermation is invaluable. You can ‘fan’ the Healthy Thresholds facebook fan page.
- Autism Speaks: Autism Speaks has grown into the nation’s largest autism science and advocacy organization, dedicated to funding research into the causes, prevention, treatments and a cure for autism; increasing awareness of autism spectrum disorders; and advocating for the needs of individuals with autism and their families. You can ‘fan’ the Autism Speaks facebook fan page.
- Eamon’s Journey Thru Autism: A blog community run by Tiffani Lawton, chronicling her son’s journey through autism and the journey’s of others affected by autism. This site also provides articles, medical updates and more. You can ‘fan’ the Eamon’s Journey thru Autism fan page.
- Kidlutions: Assisting families with behavioral challenges: helping parents stay focused on the true essence of the child despite behavior, tantrums, etc. You can ‘fan’ the Kidlutions facebook fan page.
- Your Therapy Source: Your online resource for pediatric occupational and physical therapy publications for professional, home and school use. You can ‘fan’ the Your Therapy Source faecbook fan page.
Thank you for stopping by to read this post!
(I have not looked over the answers yet so these are my own best guesses): 
Sylvia M 
1. False
2. a
3. T
4. T
5. T
6. d
7. T
8. d
9. T
We haven’t seen autism in our immediate family. My awareness has increased considerably since you (and several of the partners with Mommy Perks and Personal Child Stories who are involved with autism…or have children who are autistic) have become a part of my life.