I Am Utterly Unique: Celebrating the Strengths of Children with Asperger Syndrome and High-Functioning Autism by Vivian Strand. (XBC Larso 2006) Discover the unique characteristics and abilities of children with Asperger Syndrome and high-functioning autism – from A to Z. This book, laid out in an A-to-Z format, celebrates the extraordinary gifts and unique perspectives […]
Category: Books for Children
These are books that have been written for children with autism.
All About My Brother
All About My Brother by Sarah Peralta. (XBC Peral 2002) This book was written by a young girl who has been involved in helping her autistic brother learn. It is written from Sarah’s perspective, and is a testament to the parental support that has fostered a strong positive relationship between Sarah and her brother. Pp. […]
Russell Is Extra Special: A Book About Autism for Children
Russell Is Extra Special: A Book About Autism for Children by Charles A. Amenta, III. (XBC Ament 1992) Since explaining autism to children can be a difficult task, this book was published to help children and their parents understand the disorder. Pp. 20. If available, item can be checked out from the resource room at […]
Everybody Is Different: A Book for Young People Who Have Brothers or Sisters With Autism
Everybody Is Different: A Book for Young People Who Have Brothers or Sisters With Autism by Fiona Bleach. (XBC Bleac 2001) This book is specially designed to give answers to the many of the questions the brothers and sisters of young people on the autistic spectrum may have. It also explains the characteristics of autism, […]
Different Like Me: My Book of Autism Heroes
Different Like Me: My Book of Autism Heroes by Jennifer Elder and Marc Thomas. (XBC Elder 2005) This book is filled with inspirational and historical stories about people with autism who conquered their differences and achieved great accomplishments in the fields of science, art, math, literature, philosophy and comedy. This book discusses many people who […]
Asperger’s Huh? A Child’s Perspective
Asperger’s Huh? A Child’s Perspective by John Strachan and Rosina G. Schnurr. (XBC Schnu 1999) This is a children’s story which explains Asperger’s Syndrome. It describes the life of a child with Asperger’s. Pp. 52. If available, item can be checked out from the resource room at no cost.
I Like Birthdays…It’s the Parties I’m Not Sure About!
I Like Birthdays…It’s the parties I’m not sure about! by Laurie Renke. (XBC Renke 2005) Written through the eyes of a young child with sensory integration disorder, this book helps readers understand why birthday parties can be a joyless, noisy, bothersome, and even scary experience. Pp. 44. If available, item can be checked out from […]
Hanni and Beth SAFE and SOUND
Hanni and Beth SAFE and SOUND by Beth Finke. (XBC Finke 2007) This straightforward book will help children understand that blindness doesn’t have to be a disability, especially with the help of a companion animal. Notes from Hanni and Beth will also help children understand the journey that each had to go through in order […]
This is Asperger Syndrome
This is Asperger Syndrome by Elisa Ganon. (XBC Gagno 1999) This book introduces siblings, peers and other children to the everyday challenges faced by children with Asperger Syndrome at home or at school. The book is written for children ages 6-12. A special section, ‘Notes on Asperger Syndrome’, at the end of the book summarizes […]
Tubes in my Ears: Down Syndrome and Surgery
Tubes in my Ears: Down Syndrome and Surgery by Georgia Villalobos. (XBC Villa 2008) This book is about a child with Down’s syndrome who had ear surgery. It has pictures to show each step as we go through her adventure. Pp.24. If available, item can be checked out from the resource room at no cost.