Autism Looks Like Me

On a grocery shopping trip with her mom, Kimberly, who is autistic and nonverbal, struggles to communicate what she wants to the cashier who doesn't understand sign language. Seeing Kimberly's frustration, her mom steps in and reminds her to use her communication device. Includes a glossary of important words and tips for communicating with nonverbal people. Every child with autism is different. But they struggle with many of the same things, including language and communication. This fictional story shows how an autistic child can cope with the daily challenges created by neurodiversity. Designed for elementary-aged kids, this title encourages understanding and acceptance--essential parts of social-emotional learning (SEL).

Carlos and Rosie are best friends. They love outer space and doing projects together. Carlos is autistic. Rosie is not. While they work together on a model of the solar system, conflict arises when Carlos needs more personal space and Rosie wants to get up close and personal. Includes a glossary of important words and tips for respecting others' boundaries. Every child with autism is different. But they struggle with many of the same things, including socialization. This fictional story shows how an autistic child can cope with the daily challenges created by neurodiversity. Designed for elementary-aged kids, this title encourages understanding and acceptance--essential parts of social-emotional learning (SEL).

Emmy thrives on routine, as many autistic kids do. Changes to the school schedule make her anxious. When she has a dentist appointment one morning and her mom needs to pick her up from school, she gets upset about the schedule changes. How will she manage? Includes a glossary of important words and tips for managing change. Every child with autism is different. But they struggle with many of the same things, including executive functioning. This fictional story shows how an autistic child can cope with the daily challenges created by neurodiversity. Designed for elementary-aged kids, this title encourages understanding and acceptance--essential parts of social-emotional learning (SEL).

William, who is autistic, is in his first week of second grade. He wants to make friends, but he processes speech slowly and he gets especially nervous in new situations. When a classmate thinks he is ignoring her, William and his teacher come up with a plan to help other kids understand that William just needs a little time. Includes a glossary of important words and tips for kids who struggle with processing speech. Every child with autism is different. But they struggle with many of the same things, including social interaction. This fictional story shows how an autistic child can cope with the daily challenges created by neurodiversity. Designed for elementary-aged kids, this title encourages understanding and acceptance--essential parts of social-emotional learning (SEL).

Adam is autistic. He often rocks back and forth during story time. When his classmate Max makes fun of Adam's stimming behavior, it takes a teacher stepping in to help the two boys understand each other. Includes a glossary of important words and tips for self-soothing. Every child with autism is different. But they struggle with many of the same things, including repetitive motions, or stimming. This fictional story shows how an autistic child can cope with the daily challenges created by neurodiversity. Designed for elementary-aged kids, this title encourages understanding and acceptance--essential parts of social-emotional learning (SEL).

When Mia has to go along to her brother's basketball game, she gets overwhelmed by the loud noises and bright lights. When a ball bounces into the stands right next to Mia, the sensory overload causes a meltdown. Her dad helps her calm down and they are both able to cheer on her brother as he makes a basket. Includes a glossary of important words and tips for reducing sensory overload. Every child with autism is different. But they struggle with many of the same things, including sensory overload. This fictional story shows how an autistic child can cope with the daily challenges created by neurodiversity. Designed for elementary-aged kids, this title encourages understanding and acceptance--essential parts of social-emotional learning (SEL).