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Kid's Books About Autism Spectrum Disorders

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Books at SFPL about autism, support for kids with autism and their parents, fiction where character(s) are on the spectrum.

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The Survival Guide for Kids With Autism Spectrum Disorder (and Their Parents)

The Survival Guide for Kids With Autism Spectrum Disorder (and Their Parents)

by Verdick, Elizabeth

Book - 2021

Offers kids with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) their own comprehensive resource for both understanding their condition and finding tools to cope with the challenges they face every day. Offers kids with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) their own comprehensive resource for both understanding their condition and finding tools to cope with the challenges they face every day. Show less

Offers kids with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) their own comprehensive resource for both understanding their condition and finding tools to cope with the challenges they face every day. Offers kids with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) their own comprehensive resource for both understanding their condition and finding tools to cope with the challenges they face every day. Show less

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A Manual for Marco

A Manual for Marco

Living, Learning, and Laughing With An Autistic Sibling

by Abdullah, Shaila

eBook - 2017

Written from the point of view of an 8 year-old girl learning how to deal with her brother who is on the autism spectrum. Written from the point of view of an 8 year-old girl learning how to deal with her brother who is on the autism spectrum. Show less

Written from the point of view of an 8 year-old girl learning how to deal with her brother who is on the autism spectrum. Written from the point of view of an 8 year-old girl learning how to deal with her brother who is on the autism spectrum. Show less

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How I Learn

How I Learn

A Kid's Guide to Learning Disability

by Miles, Brenda

Book - 2015

Book discusses how everyone learns differently- and that's okay! Book discusses how everyone learns differently- and that's okay! Show less

Book discusses how everyone learns differently- and that's okay! Book discusses how everyone learns differently- and that's okay! Show less

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Mockingbird Mok'ing-bûrd

Mockingbird Mok'ing-bûrd

by Erskine, Kathryn

Book - 2010

A moving story about an eleven-year-old girl with Asperger’s syndrome whose older brother dies in a school shooting and the steps she takes to get closure. A moving story about an eleven-year-old girl with Asperger’s syndrome whose older brother dies in a school shooting and the steps she takes to get closure. Show less

A moving story about an eleven-year-old girl with Asperger’s syndrome whose older brother dies in a school shooting and the steps she takes to get closure. A moving story about an eleven-year-old girl with Asperger’s syndrome whose older brother dies in a school shooting and the steps she takes to get closure. Show less

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My Brother Charlie

My Brother Charlie

by Peete, Holly Robinson

Book - 2010

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David's World

David's World

A Picture Book About Living With Autism

by Mueller, Dagmar H.

Book - 2012

A story about David, who has autism, and his older brother, who is trying to understand the world David inhabits. A story about David, who has autism, and his older brother, who is trying to understand the world David inhabits. Show less

A story about David, who has autism, and his older brother, who is trying to understand the world David inhabits. A story about David, who has autism, and his older brother, who is trying to understand the world David inhabits. Show less

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Understanding Sam and Asperger Syndrome

Understanding Sam and Asperger Syndrome

by Van Niekerk, Clarabelle

Book - 2008

This firsthand view of the life of an undiagnosed child presents behaviors and characteristics that are common among children with this disorder. Sam does...Show more This firsthand view of the life of an undiagnosed child presents behaviors and characteristics that are common among children with this disorder. Sam doesn't like his pancakes to touch, his sister is annoyed with his repetitive song, and his new coat hurts his skin, but once he is diagnosed, teamwork-based support helps Sam's life become a little easier. Show less

This firsthand view of the life of an undiagnosed child presents behaviors and characteristics that are common among children with this disorder. Sam does...Show more This firsthand view of the life of an undiagnosed child presents behaviors and characteristics that are common among children with this disorder. Sam doesn't like his pancakes to touch, his sister is annoyed with his repetitive song, and his new coat hurts his skin, but once he is diagnosed, teamwork-based support helps Sam's life become a little easier. Show less

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Medikidz Explain Autism

Medikidz Explain Autism

by Chilman-Blair, Kim

Book - 2011

In this compelling graphic novel-style book, the superhero group Medikidz take readers into the body to explore the signs and causes of autism. Readers learn about autistic behaviors and the treatments that can help. In this compelling graphic novel-style book, the superhero group Medikidz take readers into the body to explore the signs and causes of autism. Readers learn about autistic behaviors and the treatments that can help. Show less

In this compelling graphic novel-style book, the superhero group Medikidz take readers into the body to explore the signs and causes of autism. Readers learn about autistic behaviors and the treatments that can help. In this compelling graphic novel-style book, the superhero group Medikidz take readers into the body to explore the signs and causes of autism. Readers learn about autistic behaviors and the treatments that can help. Show less

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How to Talk to An Autistic Kid

How to Talk to An Autistic Kid

by Stefanski, Daniel

Book - 2011

Daniel Stefanski, a fourteen-year-old boy with autism, helps readers understand why autistic kids act the way they do and offers specific suggestions on how to get along with them. Daniel Stefanski, a fourteen-year-old boy with autism, helps readers understand why autistic kids act the way they do and offers specific suggestions on how to get along with them. Show less

Daniel Stefanski, a fourteen-year-old boy with autism, helps readers understand why autistic kids act the way they do and offers specific suggestions on how to get along with them. Daniel Stefanski, a fourteen-year-old boy with autism, helps readers understand why autistic kids act the way they do and offers specific suggestions on how to get along with them. Show less

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All About Me

All About Me

A Step-by-step Guide to Telling Children and Young People on the Autism Spectrum About Their Diagnosis

by Miller, Andrew

Book - 2018

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QUEST Program II

QUEST Program II

Social Skills Curriculum for Middle School Students With Autism

by Cumpata, JoEllen

Book - 2015

Intensive and proactive approach to teaching social skills. Intensive and proactive approach to teaching social skills. Show less

Intensive and proactive approach to teaching social skills. Intensive and proactive approach to teaching social skills. Show less

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Looking After Louis

Looking After Louis

by Ely, Lesley

Book - 2004

Louis has autism, but through imagination, kindness, and a special game of soccer, his classmates find a way to join him in his world. This powerful story highlights the advantages of inclusion for both children with autism and their classmates. Louis has autism, but through imagination, kindness, and a special game of soccer, his classmates find a way to join him in his world. This powerful story highlights the advantages of inclusion for both children with autism and their classmates. Show less

Louis has autism, but through imagination, kindness, and a special game of soccer, his classmates find a way to join him in his world. This powerful story highlights the advantages of inclusion for both children with autism and their classmates. Louis has autism, but through imagination, kindness, and a special game of soccer, his classmates find a way to join him in his world. This powerful story highlights the advantages of inclusion for both children with autism and their classmates. Show less

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Asperger's Rules!

Asperger's Rules!

How to Make Sense of School and Friends

by Grossberg, Blythe

Book - 2012

Fitting in to school and social life can be the single most challenging task for children with Asperger's syndrome, but this book can help. Fitting in to school and social life can be the single most challenging task for children with Asperger's syndrome, but this book can help. Show less

Fitting in to school and social life can be the single most challenging task for children with Asperger's syndrome, but this book can help. Fitting in to school and social life can be the single most challenging task for children with Asperger's syndrome, but this book can help. Show less

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How to Be Human

How to Be Human

Diary of An Autistic Girl

by Frenz, Florida

eBook - 2019

With powerful words and pictures Florida Frenz chronicles her journey figuring out how to read facial expressions, how to make friends, how to juggle all the social cues that make school feel like a complicated maze. With powerful words and pictures Florida Frenz chronicles her journey figuring out how to read facial expressions, how to make friends, how to juggle all the social cues that make school feel like a complicated maze. Show less

With powerful words and pictures Florida Frenz chronicles her journey figuring out how to read facial expressions, how to make friends, how to juggle all the social cues that make school feel like a complicated maze. With powerful words and pictures Florida Frenz chronicles her journey figuring out how to read facial expressions, how to make friends, how to juggle all the social cues that make school feel like a complicated maze. Show less

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Rain Reign

Rain Reign

by Martin, Ann M.

Book - 2014

A beautifully written story about Rose, a child obsessed with homonyms and prime number names, both manifestations of her high-functioning mild Aspergers condition. A beautifully written story about Rose, a child obsessed with homonyms and prime number names, both manifestations of her high-functioning mild Aspergers condition. Show less

A beautifully written story about Rose, a child obsessed with homonyms and prime number names, both manifestations of her high-functioning mild Aspergers condition. A beautifully written story about Rose, a child obsessed with homonyms and prime number names, both manifestations of her high-functioning mild Aspergers condition. Show less

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I See Things Differently

I See Things Differently

A First Look at Autism

by Thomas, Pat

Book - 2014

This book will help children understand what autism is and how it affects someone who has it. This book will help children understand what autism is and how it affects someone who has it. Show less

This book will help children understand what autism is and how it affects someone who has it. This book will help children understand what autism is and how it affects someone who has it. Show less

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A Girl Like Tilly

A Girl Like Tilly

Growing up With Autism

by Bates, Helen

eBook - 2016

This poignant story maps the entire childhood of a bright young girl with autism. Growing up undiagnosed, she finds life increasingly difficult and confus...Show more This poignant story maps the entire childhood of a bright young girl with autism. Growing up undiagnosed, she finds life increasingly difficult and confusing. With vividly expressive illustrations and minimal words, this story is a valuable and accessible tool for helping children aged 7-13 and their families understand female autism, and will also be immensely helpful to readers interested in understanding better how autism manifests in girls. Show less

This poignant story maps the entire childhood of a bright young girl with autism. Growing up undiagnosed, she finds life increasingly difficult and confus...Show more This poignant story maps the entire childhood of a bright young girl with autism. Growing up undiagnosed, she finds life increasingly difficult and confusing. With vividly expressive illustrations and minimal words, this story is a valuable and accessible tool for helping children aged 7-13 and their families understand female autism, and will also be immensely helpful to readers interested in understanding better how autism manifests in girls. Show less

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A Boy Called Bat

A Boy Called Bat

by Arnold, Elana K.

Book - 2017

A Boy Called Bat shows a refreshing depiction of a third grade boy on the autism spectrum. Short chapters and a straightforward plot make this a good candidate for reluctant readers. A Boy Called Bat shows a refreshing depiction of a third grade boy on the autism spectrum. Short chapters and a straightforward plot make this a good candidate for reluctant readers. Show less

A Boy Called Bat shows a refreshing depiction of a third grade boy on the autism spectrum. Short chapters and a straightforward plot make this a good candidate for reluctant readers. A Boy Called Bat shows a refreshing depiction of a third grade boy on the autism spectrum. Short chapters and a straightforward plot make this a good candidate for reluctant readers. Show less

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The Chalk Rainbow

The Chalk Rainbow

by Kelly, Deborah

Book - 2017

The Chalk Rainbow explores difference and diversity through a family living with Autism Spectrum Disorder. The story is told by Zane's older sister in a w...Show more The Chalk Rainbow explores difference and diversity through a family living with Autism Spectrum Disorder. The story is told by Zane's older sister in a way that young children can easily relate to. The ending is uplifting as all members of the family learn to look at things differently and find a way to move forward together. Show less

The Chalk Rainbow explores difference and diversity through a family living with Autism Spectrum Disorder. The story is told by Zane's older sister in a w...Show more The Chalk Rainbow explores difference and diversity through a family living with Autism Spectrum Disorder. The story is told by Zane's older sister in a way that young children can easily relate to. The ending is uplifting as all members of the family learn to look at things differently and find a way to move forward together. Show less

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Isaac and His Amazing Asperger Superpowers!

Isaac and His Amazing Asperger Superpowers!

by Walsh, Melanie

Book - 2016

Great introduction for young children for understanding the basics on Asperger's Syndrome. Isaac's not really a superhero, but he does have Asperger syndrome, which means his brain works a little differently. Great introduction for young children for understanding the basics on Asperger's Syndrome. Isaac's not really a superhero, but he does have Asperger syndrome, which means his brain works a little differently. Show less

Great introduction for young children for understanding the basics on Asperger's Syndrome. Isaac's not really a superhero, but he does have Asperger syndrome, which means his brain works a little differently. Great introduction for young children for understanding the basics on Asperger's Syndrome. Isaac's not really a superhero, but he does have Asperger syndrome, which means his brain works a little differently. Show less

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Blue Bottle Mystery

Blue Bottle Mystery

The Graphic Novel : An Asperger Adventure

by Hoopmann, Kathy

Book - 2016

This graphic novel follows Ben, a boy with Asperger's, and his friend Andy as they experience mysterious forces from a found blue bottle. This story shares experiences of Ben and help show readers challenges and strengths of children with Asperger's. This graphic novel follows Ben, a boy with Asperger's, and his friend Andy as they experience mysterious forces from a found blue bottle. This story shares experiences of Ben and help show readers challenges and strengths of children with Asperger's. Show less

This graphic novel follows Ben, a boy with Asperger's, and his friend Andy as they experience mysterious forces from a found blue bottle. This story shares experiences of Ben and help show readers challenges and strengths of children with Asperger's. This graphic novel follows Ben, a boy with Asperger's, and his friend Andy as they experience mysterious forces from a found blue bottle. This story shares experiences of Ben and help show readers challenges and strengths of children with Asperger's. Show less

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Armond Goes to A Party

Armond Goes to A Party

A Book About Asperger's and Friendship

by Carlson, Nancy L.

Book - 2014

A great book for children who find social situations challenging. Armond is anxious about attending a birthday party, but with the help of his friend he i...Show more A great book for children who find social situations challenging. Armond is anxious about attending a birthday party, but with the help of his friend he is able to overcome his fears and take part in the celebration. This book is co-authored by a middle school student with Asperger's Syndrome. Show less

A great book for children who find social situations challenging. Armond is anxious about attending a birthday party, but with the help of his friend he i...Show more A great book for children who find social situations challenging. Armond is anxious about attending a birthday party, but with the help of his friend he is able to overcome his fears and take part in the celebration. This book is co-authored by a middle school student with Asperger's Syndrome. Show less

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The London Eye Mystery

The London Eye Mystery

by Dowd, Siobhan

Book - 2008

Mystery for children in grades 5-8 surrounding around the disappearance of Ted and Kat's cousin Salim. Ted is a neurodiverse character that uses his gifts and unique perspective to aid in cracking the case. Mystery for children in grades 5-8 surrounding around the disappearance of Ted and Kat's cousin Salim. Ted is a neurodiverse character that uses his gifts and unique perspective to aid in cracking the case. Show less

Mystery for children in grades 5-8 surrounding around the disappearance of Ted and Kat's cousin Salim. Ted is a neurodiverse character that uses his gifts and unique perspective to aid in cracking the case. Mystery for children in grades 5-8 surrounding around the disappearance of Ted and Kat's cousin Salim. Ted is a neurodiverse character that uses his gifts and unique perspective to aid in cracking the case. Show less

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The Boy With Big, Big Feelings

The Boy With Big, Big Feelings

by Lee, Britney Winn

Book - 2019

A book in verse about a boy with big, bright, beautiful feelings and his friend who shares them, too. A book in verse about a boy with big, bright, beautiful feelings and his friend who shares them, too. Show less

A book in verse about a boy with big, bright, beautiful feelings and his friend who shares them, too. A book in verse about a boy with big, bright, beautiful feelings and his friend who shares them, too. Show less

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All My Stripes

All My Stripes

A Story for Children With Autism

by Rudolph, Shaina

Book - 2015

When Zane comes home upset because his classmates only see his “autism stripe,” his mother reminds him that he has other stripes, too, that show his other unique qualities. When Zane comes home upset because his classmates only see his “autism stripe,” his mother reminds him that he has other stripes, too, that show his other unique qualities. Show less

When Zane comes home upset because his classmates only see his “autism stripe,” his mother reminds him that he has other stripes, too, that show his other unique qualities. When Zane comes home upset because his classmates only see his “autism stripe,” his mother reminds him that he has other stripes, too, that show his other unique qualities. Show less

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