Books can play a big role in helping you and your child with Autism. You’ll find books can be a good way to connect with your children as they learn to share, make eye contact and it enhances their speech while reading one with their parents.
Here is a list of specially curated books related to Autism available on Kindle, Pdf version and paperback.
We would love to get recommendations from you on any useful books for children with Autism that are not in this list. You could write to us at contact@autismconnect.com
Ethan's Story; My Life With Autism
A children's book written by eight year old Ethan Rice who happens to be autistic. In this fully illustrated book Ethan explains what autism means to him and why he feels so very blessed that God made him this way.
Kindle
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July 9, 2012
Paid for Kindle
Paid for Paperback
English
Willard and Spackman's Occupational Therapy
Celebrating 100 years of the Occupational Therapy profession, this Centennial Edition of Willard & Spackman’s Occupational Therapy continues to live up to its well-earned reputation as the foundational book that welcomes students into their newly chosen profession. Now fully updated to reflect current practice, the 13th Edition remains the must-have resource that students that will use throughout their entire OT program, from class to fieldwork and throughout their careers. One of the top texts informing the NBCOT certification exam, it is a must have for new practitioners. Packed with first-person narratives that offer a unique perspective on the lives of those living with disease, this edition offers much that is new as it continues to help students and clinicians develop the knowledge and skills they need to apply a client-centered, evidence-based and culturally relevant approach across the full spectrum of practice settings.
The Beginner's Ultimate Autism Diet Cookbook: Gluten-Free Casein-Free Recipes for Autistic Children and Their Families
The Beginner's Ultimate Autism Diet Cookbook: Gluten-Free Casein-Free Recipes for Autistic Children and Their Families is the ultimate guide to beginning a Gluten-Free, Casein-Free (GFCF) diet, often referred to as the "Autism Diet." The Autism Diet has been proven to increase deficits often seen in children on the spectrum, such as verbal skills, eye-contact, and social abilities. Furthermore, it has demonstrated an ability to decrease many of the negative behaviors associated with spectrum disorders, such as tantrums and self-stimulation.
Finding Your Lost Child: Understanding Allergies, Nutrition, and Detox in Autism
If you want to learn how to help your child become healthier, having fewer and fewer temper tantrums, having less cravings for sugars and detrimental foods, this is the book you can’t miss! You will learn how to have a healthy and happy family by changing life style and learning how to alleviate and even eliminate allergies. The whole family will feel and act better and may see progress in a little as a couple of weeks.
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February 13, 2018
Paid for Kindle
Paid for Paperback
English
Nathan's Autism Spectrum Superpowers
The superhero of this book, Nathan, explains about his Autism Spectrum Superpowers, how they affect him, and ways his friends can help out when his superpowers spiral out of control. This book is a tool to help children and their friends, families and caregivers understand kids with superpowers. All children need to know they're wanted, loved and special. All children need to know they have superpowers. And all children especially need to know they're wonderfully made.
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Paperback
October 9, 2018
Paid for Kindle
Paid for Paperback
English
My Friend Has Autism
My friend Zack has a disability called autism. But that doesn’t matter to us. We talk about airplanes, build models, and enjoy hanging out at each other’s house. I’m glad Zack is my friend!
Kindle
Paperback
February 1, 2010
Paid for Kindle
Paid for Paperback
English
Ian's Walk: A Story about Autism
Julie can't wait to go to the park and feed the ducks with her big sister. Her little brother, Ian, who has autism, wants to go, too. Ian doesn't have the same reactions to all the sights and sounds that his sisters have, and Julie thinks he looks silly.
Kindle
Paperback
January 1, 1998
Paid for Kindle
Paid for Paperback
English
Waiting For Benjamin: A Story about Autism
Alexander's little brother, Benjamin, doesn't do things the way Alexander thinks he should. He would rather stare at the wall than play with Alexander. And instead of talking, he just wiggles his fingers and rocks. Alexander knows it's wrong, but he can't help but feel embarrassed when one of his friends calls Benjamin a ""wacko."" When Benjamin's family learns that he has autism, they hire special teachers to teach him how to listen and talk and play. Alexander is glad-he just wants Benjamin to grow up faster. While Benjamin works with his teachers, Alexander works through his feelings of disappointment and jealousy. As time passes and each boy grows, Alexander discovers that Benjamin isn't just his brother-he is also his friend.
Kindle
Paperback
March 1, 2008
Paid for Kindle
Paid for Paperback
English
The Friendship Puzzle: Helping Kids Learn About Accepting and Including Kids with Autism
The world of autism is one that few understand. The condition comes in many forms, and those affected exhibit a wide range of personality traits, some of which make social relations daunting. The Friendship Puzzle helps young readers learn about accepting and including their friends and classmates with autism. Mackenzie Mackabee is going to school at Brook Acres Elementary. Mackenzie loves to make new friends, and she's very excited when she finds out there is a new boy at school named Dylan. But when her attempts at befriending him fail, she goes to her mother for advice. Together they determine to solve this “friendship puzzle.” As she sets out to learn how she can be his friend, Mackenzie discovers that friendships come in many different forms. This book is lively, upbeat and sends an encouraging message about the importance of friendship and inclusion. The activity guide makes the book especially useful for educators and parents.
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Paperback
March 1, 2009
Paid for Kindle
Paid for Paperback
English
Aurora's Gift: Children's Autism Awareness Book for Kids
Based on a true story, Aurora is an extraordinary young girl who has Autism. Despite being nonverbal, throughout the story Aurora searches for ways to overcome her challenges and make herself heard. This rhyming picture story book helps children to understand the world from the point of view of an autistic child and to understand alternative ways of communication that can be used by those with additional needs. "A lovely book to read to my autistic son where the main character faces many of the same challenges as he does. It makes a great change to read him a book about a non neurotypical child." - Reader Review "My two children loved this book. Neither of my children have additional needs but enjoyed this book which helped them understand how children with autism and other disabilities have to overcome obstacles that have never occurred to them before." - Reader Review
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December 20, 2018
Paid for Kindle
Paid for Paperback
English