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Author
Publisher
Lerner Publications
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Description
"We are all amazing because we are all different. Abby, Elmo, and the Sesame Street friends introduce young readers to Julia. Full-color photos and accessible text make this book an age-appropriate introduction to autism"--
3) Autism
Author
Series
Publisher
Children's Press, an Imprint of Scholastic Inc
Pub. Date
2016.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Inside you'll find: Why autistic people sometimes behave in unusual ways; a timeline, photos--and how family members can adapt to life with autistic loved ones; Surprising true facts that will shock and amaze you!
Author
Series
Publisher
Bullfrog Books
Pub. Date
[2019]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"In My Friend Has Autism, beginning readers are introduced to different characters who have autism, how autism may affect their actions, and how we can be good friends to people who have autism. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they discover how to empathetic and inlude all kinds of friends."-- provided by publisher.
Author
Series
Publisher
Big Buddy Books, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2022]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Readers learn common symptoms and behaviors of autism and how it affects kids at school and in relationships. Text includes suggestions on how to be a kind and respectful friend to someone with autism and appropriate activities kids can enjoy together"--Amazon.com.
Author
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Formats
Description
+Albert Einstein. Steve Jobs. Elon Musk. Maya Lin. These geniuses are all visual thinkers. Are you? Do you like puzzles, coding, and taking things apart? Do you write stories, act in plays, slay at Wordle? The things you are good at are clues to how your brain works. Are you good at math? Working with your hands? Are you a neat freak or a big mess? With her knack for making science easy to understand, Temple Grandin explains different types of thinkers:...
7) Autism
Author
Publisher
Rosen Publishing Group
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
According to the Centers for Disease Control, approximately 1 in 68 American children has autism. This book describes the autism spectrum, exploring how the various ways that this neurodevelopmental disorder can affect individuals, from difficulty with social cues to impaired communication to repetitive behaviors. In addition to learning about the treatment and diagnosis of autism, readers will discover how new research into the genetic components...
Author
Series
Publisher
B.E.S. Publishing
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
This sensitively written picture book helps children understand what autism is and how it affects someone who has it. They will learn that autism may cause people to behave in ways that are different from what we are used to because their brains work differently. This book will explain that autism is not bad or something to be afraid of. Through a variety of reassuring techniques, as well as helpful notes and resources for adults, it will help children...
Author
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
"When people think your autistic child is having a tantrum, just show them this book! An easy way to educate those around your child"--Alison White, Autism Parent, CanadaTaryn and Jake are best friends who have lots of similarities and lots of differences. One of the differences is that Jake has autism and Taryn doesn't, which means they can act differently sometimes. Taryn knows that people with autism are often mistaken for being naughty when it's...
Author
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
What do you know about autism? Whether you know a little or a lot, you are invited to explore your understanding of the autism spectrum and discover something new by joining detectives Scully and Kit on their investigation. As Scully and Kit interview six ordinary children, follow the clues and see if you can guess which of them are autistic. This book puts the spotlight on six children that openly talk about their experiences at school and at home....
Author
Publisher
Watering Can Press
Pub. Date
[2006]
Language
English
Description
The Autism Acceptance Book is an activity book, a conversation-starter, and an educational tool that engages children in learning to embrace people's differences and treat others with respect, compassion and kindness. It helps children see that we are all different from each other and we all like to be understood and accepted. It teaches children about autism; helps them imagine how things might feel for those with autism and lets them think of ways...
Author
Publisher
Crown Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
[2022]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.6 - AR Pts: 4
Language
English
Description
Hi! My name is Abigail, and I'm autistic. But I didn't know I was autistic until I was (kind of) an adult. This is my true story of growing up in the confusing "normal" world, all the while missing some Very Important Information about myself. There'll be scary moments involving toilets and crowded trains, heartwarming tales of cats and pianos, and funny memories including my dad and a mysterious tub of ice cream. Along the way, you'll also find some...
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