![]() ![]() ![]() Because stories move us in ways that facts and statistics alone sometimes can't.”Īt these conferences, one of the most frequently asked questions is, "What books should I use with little ones?" As a result, I've made it a personal goal to seek out great picture books about autism. “That's why stories are an essential part of autism advocacy. ![]() Stories show that the world needs all kinds of minds, and every kind of brain has its unique strengths and challenges. Most significantly, well-written stories about autism let our autistic kids know that they are not alone - that they are not broken. Stories can help explain autistic traits that may be confusing to non-autistic (or neurotypical) people. I talk about how they can promote empathy and understanding in non-autistic students and staff. I talk about how stories can be powerful tools for introducing autism to students. And beyond the library walls, I speak at conferences about the importance of sharing stories about neurodiversity and mental health. Being autistic, I also try to include books by autistic authors, whenever possible. On in Recreation 10 Picture Books for Starting a Conversation About AutismĪs a school librarian, I work hard to create a diverse collection of middle grade and young adult books. ![]()
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