Picture Books
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A Friend for Henry
Jenn Bailey - Chronicle Books
Format: Hardcover
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In Classroom Six, second left down the hall, Henry has been on the lookout for a friend. A friend who shares. A friend who listens. Maybe even a friend who likes things to stay the same and all in order, as Henry does. But on a day full of too close and too loud, when nothing seems to go right,... |
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Janine.
Maryann Cocca-Leffler - Albert Whitman & Company
Format: Hardcover
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Meet Janine. She is one of a kind! Janine dresses a little different, remembers random facts, reads the dictionary for fun, and has her own style of cheering. Nobody does things the way Janine does things! One girl in Janine's class is throwing a party and all the COOL kids are invited.... |
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This Beach Is Loud!
Samantha Cotterill - Dial Books
Format: Hardcover
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Patience, understanding, and a soothing exercise saves the beach day when excitement turns to sensory overload.Going to the beach is exciting. But it can also be busy. And loud. Sand can feel hot or itchy or sticky...and it gets everywhere! In This Beach Is Loud!, a sensitive... |
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Looking after Louis
Lesley Ely - Albert Whitman & Company; First Printing edition
Format: Hardcover
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A young girl sits next to a boy named Louis at school. Louis has autism, but through imagination, kindness, and a special game of soccer, his classmates find a way to join him in his world. Then they can include Louis in theirs., |
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I Am Odd, I Am New
Benjamin Giroux - Schiffer Kids
Format: Hardcover
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Through the eyes of 10-year-old Benjamin Giroux, being odd is different, and different is a good thing. This is what the then fifth-grader hoped to convey in his poem, beginning every few sentences with I am," about what it is like to live with autism. Inspired by a school assignment,... |
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Too Sticky!: Sensory Issues With Autism
Jen Malia - Albert Whitman & Co
Format: Hardcover
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Holly loves doing experiments and learning new things in science class! But when she finds out the next experience is making slime, she's worried. Slime is made with glue, and glue is sticky. Holly has sensory issues because of her autism and doesn't like anything sticky! With help... |
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Wiggles, Stomps, and Squeezes Calm My Jitters Down
Lindsey Rowe Parker - BQB Publishing
Format: Hardcover
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A Picture Book about Sensory Differences. The vibration in her feet when she runs, the tap-tap-tap of her fork on the table at mealtime, the trickle of cool water running over her hands--these are the things that calm her jitters down. This book is for anyone who has ever felt the need... |
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My Brother Charlie
Holly Robinson Peete - Scholastic Press; 1 edition
Format: Hardcover
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From bestselling author and actress Holly Robinson Peete--a heartwarming story about a boy who happens to be autistic, based on Hollys son, who has autism.Charlie has autism. His brain works in a special way. Its harder for him to make friends. Or show his true feelings. Or stay safe. But as his big sister... |
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Benji, the Bad Day, and Me
Sally J Pla - Lee & Low Books
Format: Hardcover
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Nothing seems to be going right for Sammy today. At school, he got in trouble for kicking a fence, then the cafeteria ran out of pizza for lunch. After he walks home in the pouring rain, he finds his autistic little brother Benji is having a bad day too. On days like this, Benji has a special... |
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My Brother Otto and the Birthday Party
MEGAN RABY - Gibbs Smith
Format: Hardcover
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This engaging picture book shows how two little crow siblings -- one of them on the autism spectrum -- deal with the different sensory experiences they encounter at a friend's birthday party.Piper and her little brother Otto, who is on the autism spectrum, are excited to attend a birthday... |
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We're Amazing 1,2,3! A Story About Friendship and Autism
LESLIE KIMMELMAN - Golden Books
Format: Hardcover
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A Sesame Street Big Golden Book about a new character with autism.We're Amazing 1,2,3! is the first Sesame Street storybook to focus on autism, which, according to the most recent US government survey, may, in some form, affect as many as one in forty-five children. It's part of Sesame... |
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All My Stripes: A Story for Children with Autism
Jennifer Zivoin - Magination Press
Format: Hardcover
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Gold Medal, Mom's Choice Awards "It teaches us to embrace not only who we are, but also to embrace the people around us who are brilliantly different thanks to their own amazing, colorful stripes." - Stan Lee, Chairman emeritus of Marvel ComicsNobody gets me, Mama!Zane... |
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Nonfiction
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Life With Autism
Jeanne Marie Ford - Momentum
Format: Library Binding
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Gives readers a look into the lives and abilities of people who have autism, as well as the challenges they face. Learn how therapists, teachers, and others help people with autism every day. Additional features include a table of contents, an informative infographic, a Fast Facts spread,... |
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Wonderfully Wired Brains: An Introduction to the World of Neurodiversity
Louise Gooding - DK Children
Format: Hardcover
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An informative and inclusive children's guide to neurodiversity for those not in the know and to inspire children who are neurodivergent.. An inspirational book written by neurodiverse author Louise Gooding that challenges misconceptions and shows how neurodivergent brains work a little... |
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The Girl Who Thought in Pictures: the Story of Dr. Temple Grandin
Julia Finley Mosca - The Innovation Press
Format: Hardcover
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If you've ever felt different, if you've ever been low,if you don't quite fit in, there's a name you should know ... Meet Dr. Temple Grandin -- one of the world's quirkiest science heroes!When young Temple was diagnosed with autism, no one expected her to talk, let alone... |
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Some Kids Have Autism (Understanding Differences)
Martha Elizabeth Hillman Rustad - Capstone Press
Format: January 1
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Teach diversity and tolerance to young readers, and help them understand and appreciate those children who have health differences. Colorful photos show kids with disabilities enjoying activities with their peers. |
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Explaining Autism
Robert Snedden - Smart Apple Media
Format: Hardcover
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An informative and thought-provoking new series that takes an in-depth look at common illnesses and disabilities. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title. |
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Autism
Richard Spilsbury - Rosen Central
Format: Library Binding
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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... |
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How to Talk to an Autistic Kid
Daniel Stefanski - Free Spirit Publishing
Format: Hardcover
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Kids with autism have a hard time communicating, which can be frustrating for autistic kids and for their peers. In this intimate yet practical book, author Daniel Stefanski, a fourteen-year-old boy with autism, helps readers understand why autistic kids act the way they do and offers specific... |
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Parenting Collection: Picture Books
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Sometimes Noise is Big: Life with Autism
Angela Coelho - Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Format: Hardcover
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Sometimes noise is too big for my ears. Sometimes the light is too loud for my eyes. I have autism and this means that sometimes the world around me is just too much! This book will help you to see the world through my eyes and to understand why I react to things the way I do. Flipping... |
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Ian's Walk: A Story about Autism
Laurie Lears - Albert Whitman & Company
Format: Book
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A young girl realizes how much she cares for her autistic brother Ian when he gets lost at the park., |
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Friends Learn about Tobin
Diane Murrell - Future Horizons
Format: Hardcover
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Tobin's friends meet him halfway! In Diane Murrell's first book, Tobin Learns to Make Friends, Tobin made special changes in himself in order to be friendly toward his playmates. Now, Tobin's friends try to understand where he is coming from. The charming trains learn that a little... |
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Understanding Sam and Asperger Syndrome
Clarabelle van Niekerk - Skeezel Press
Format: Hardcover
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The National Parenting Center Seal of Approval Winner Holiday 2008 Shortlisted for Speech Pathology Australia's Book of the Year in the lower primary category Answering the question Why is Sam different?, this heartwarming story tells of the challenges of living with Asperger... |
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Andy and His Yellow Frisbee
Mary Thompson - Woodbine House; 1 edition
Format: Hardcover
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This heartwarming story introduces young readers to autism, a disability that can be particularly confusing for those who know little about it. Mary Thompson, author My Brother, Matthew brings her charming story alive with vivid watercolours. 'Around and around went the frisbee. Around... |
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Arnie and His School Tools: Simple Sensory Solutions That Build Success
Jennifer Veenendall - Autism Asperger Publishing Company
Format: Print book
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Arnie and His School Tools: Simple Sensory Solutions to Build Success is an illustrated children's book about an exuberant little boy who had difficulty paying attention in class and doing his school work until he was equipped with the tools to accommodate his sensory needs. Written... |
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Why Does Izzy Cover Her Ears? Dealing with Sensory Overload
Jennifer Veenendall - Autism Asperger Publishing Company; 1 edition
Format: Paperback
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Meet Izzy, a feisty first grader, whose behavior is often misunderstood as she tries to cope with sensory overload in her new surroundings. This brightly illustrated book creates an environment that is accepting of students with sensory modulation difficulties, including many on the autism... |
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Parenting Collection: Nonfiction
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Motivate to Communicate!: 300 Games and Activities for Your Child with Autism
Simone Griffin - Jessica Kingsley Publishers Ltd; 1 edition
Format: Paperback
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This practical resource is brimming with exciting ideas and guidance for motivating children with autism and other communication difficulties. The clear, user-friendly format enables quick access to over 300 practical, fun-filled games and activities for developing your child's communication... |
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The Asperkid's
Jennifer Cook O'Toole - Jessica Kingsley Pub; 1 edition
Format: Paperback
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Being a teen or tween isn't easy for anyone -- but it's especially tough for Asperkids. I know. I was one, I taught a whole bunch, and I am going to be raising three! That's also why I know that Asperkdis deserve their very own guide to all of the hidden social rules that are awfully... |
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Autism Solutions: How to Create a Healthy and Meaningful Life for Your Child
Ricki G. Robinson - Harlequin; Original edition
Format: Paperback
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For twenty years Dr. Ricki Robinson has been providing hope and help for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders. Her integrative, strengths-based approach to treatment includes a thorough evaluation of your child's medical, developmental, social, emotional, behavioral and educational... |
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Autism and Me: Sibling Stories
Ouisie Shapiro - Albert Whitman & Company
Format: Book
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"If you see a kid with autism on the street, don't yell at her if she's doing something wrong. She can't help it. Autism is really challenging," explains Christian, who tells about life with his sister, Mary Gwen, a beautiful girl who loves to swim. In these... |
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A Full Life with Autism: From Learning to Forming Relationships to Achieving Independence
Chantal Sicile-Kira - Palgrave Macmillan Trade; Original edition
Format: Paperback
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A guide for helping our children lead meaningful and independent lives as they reach adulthoodIn the next five years, hundreds of thousands of children with autism spectrum disorder will reach adulthood. And while diagnosis and treatment for children has improved in recent years, parents... |
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Does Your Baby Have Autism?
Osnat Teitelbaum - Square One Publishers
Format: Paperback
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For many years, the diagnosis of autism has centered on a child s social interaction--from poor eye contact to lack of language skills. Although the autism community agrees that early intervention is key to effective treatment, the telltale signs of this disorder usually don t reveal themselves... |
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