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Friendly Books Written for Autistic Children in 2019

Written specifically for their special brains.

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Neurotypical persons tends to assume that the activities, relationships, and books that people with autism enjoy will be the same.

Nowhere is this truer than when talking about children with autism. Their young minds process reality in a very different way than the average youngling. What their more neurotypical peers enjoy hardly appeals to them.

With this in mind, several experts on childhood autism came together to develop books written to appeal to their sensibilities and stimulate their learning in a way that wholly appeals to their cognitive peculiarities to great success. Have the special kids learn the right way with these books.

#1 Surprise, I have 3 eyes! by Jenine Lori

Surprise, I have 3 eyes! by Jenine Lori
This book is especially suited for children with special needs, as it focuses on seeing the world uniquely while embracing individuality. Surprise, I have 3 eyes! has been well received by children with autism, as it helps build conscious awareness, self-confidence and the acceptance for being different by encouraging children that it’s OK to think outside of the box.

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#2 Sammy Smart Guy

Sammy Smart Guy
I recommend the children’s book “Sammy Smart Guy” by my brother, Polyvios Christoforos. He is on the autism spectrum himself and used a fictional character to share some of his life experiences with autism, and how he became a successful artist. It’s an inspirational and honest kid friendly story.

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#3 My Brother Otto by author Meg Raby

My Brother Otto by author Meg Raby
My Brother Otto is a child-friendly, endearing, and fun picture book for children about the love, acceptance, and understanding a sister, Piper, has for her little brother Otto, who is on the autism spectrum. The author, Meg Raby, holds a master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology with a certification in Autism Spectrum Disorders from the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities and has several years of experience working with children ages 2-17 on the autism spectrum.

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#4 Joel Suzuki, Volume One: Secret of the Songshell by Brian Tashima

Joel Suzuki, Volume One: Secret of the Songshell by Brian Tashima
Featuring an autistic protagonist who saves the day with his special qualities, not despite them, this sci-fi/fantasy novel (and the following books in the Joel Suzuki series) provides young readers on the autism spectrum with a positive, empowering literary hero and role model that they can call their own.

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#5 Penguin Says “Please” by Michael Dahl

Penguin Says
Penguin Says Please , and start imitating the gestures and sounds of the book. That happened every time I went to his home. Surprisingly, the book improved his communication skills greatly so I began using it for therapy. By the time the therapy ended, a couple of months later, the child could say a few words. That’s why I recommend that book as my first option.

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#6 A Boy Named Penguin & The Mystery of the Albino Calf by Aaron LaPedis

A Boy Named Penguin & The Mystery of the Albino Calf by Aaron LaPedis
This book is about a boy who is on the specturm of Autism and the way he copes with sadness or fear.Anytime he is stressed he will turn himself into a super hero or a super penguin and saves the day. The book is also about how to handle bullies.

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#7 If I Could Talk by Trish Lily Petit

If I Could Talk by Trish Lily Petit
I am an Autistic, award-winning graphic designer. There is one book…specifically for children, that stands out…

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Contributors to this article
Jenine Lori from JQS Enterprises INC.

Angela Christoforos from Greenough Brand Storytellers

Austen George from Gibbs Smith Publisher

Brian Tashima

Eduardo Suarez from Better Support Service

Aaron LaPedis from The Garage Sale Millionaire

Ron Kerns from Kerns Creative

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