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
Embracing The Extraordinary: A Guide To Thriving In Parenthood With A Neurodivergent Child
This book is a comprehensive guide for parents raising neurodivergent children, offering insights, practical strategies, and emotional support. Written by a mother with firsthand experience, it blends personal stories with actionable advice to help families navigate the unique challenges and joys of parenting a neurodivergent child.
Kindle
7 February 2025
Paid for Kindle
English
Shiloh Goes Skiing: Teachability Series for Autism
Meet Shiloh, a fun, curious autistic 10-year-old who is excited to go skiing with their new friend James, a fun-loving, kind 10-year-old who is blind and autistic. With the help of Tina and Brian, their ski instructors, they learn how to start, stop, fall, and listen to the sounds of skiing.
Shiloh Has a Quiet Day: TeachAbility Series for Autism
Meet Shiloh, a 10-year-old who is curious, fun and autistic. Mom, Dad, Sister, and elephant Eli help them have a quiet day while Dad and Mom work from home. Shiloh makes his own lunch while Mom and Dad are busy. This Family Event Story will help anyone who is interested in supporting an autistic child go from feeling nervous to proud. It can be a coloring book/ transition object too!
Kindle
7 February 2025
Free for Kindle
English
Shiloh Goes to the Doctor's Office: Teachability Series for Autism Kindle Edition
Meet Shiloh, a fun, curious, autistic 10-year-old who is going to the doctor's office, with dad. The best part? They always get a hot dog after their appointment. With the help of Mom, Dad, sister Ava, Eli the elephant and everyone at the doctor's office, the appointment goes smoothly.
Kindle
7 February 2025
Free for Kindle
English
Self Care for Autistic Women: A Compassionate Guide to Emotional Regulation and Managing Sensory Overload in Neurodivergent Adults (The Neurodivergent Self Care Handbook)
Do you feel overwhelmed by the challenges of navigating a world that often misunderstands your unique perspective as an autistic woman? Are you struggling to manage sensory overload, build meaningful relationships, and find success in your personal and professional life? Have you been searching for a comprehensive guide to self-care that truly understands and addresses your specific needs?
Living with Autism: Out of the Silence
From the time Kris was two years old I knew something wasn't right with his development. So I went to the library and pulled all the books on the shelf that dealt with childhood disorders. I tried to rule out any disorders I knew of, but I couldn't rule out autism. Living with Autism is an account of the events that followed. It takes us on a long journey of trial and error and cause and effect happenings that are unique to our darling little autistic boy.
Kindle
5 February 2025
Paid for Kindle
English
Reframing Rejection: A Neurodivergent’s Guide to Thriving with RSD (The Neurodivergent Blueprint: Success on Your Terms Book 1)
Do you feel crushed by criticism, overanalyze conversations, or take rejection deeply personally? You’re not alone. Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) can make everyday interactions feel overwhelming—but it doesn’t have to define you. In Thriving with RSD, you’ll discover how to recognize, understand, and manage RSD with science-backed strategies and personal insights. Through practical exercises, journal prompts, and real-life examples, this guide will help you:
Kindle
Paperback
4 February 2025
Free for Kindle
English
Neurodivergent and Proud
In Neurodivergent and Proud, Marcella Boccia, an Italian poet in Srinagar, weaves a lyrical exploration of identity, intensity, and defiance. With echoes of Yeats’ mysticism, Tagore’s spirituality, and Neruda’s raw passion—shrouded in a dark, haunting beauty—this collection delves into the depths of living with borderline personality disorder. Set against the turbulent backdrop of war-torn Kashmir, these poems mirror the fractured landscapes of both place and psyche, capturing the weight of emotions that refuse to be tamed. Through verses that oscillate between tenderness and storm, Boccia embraces the chaos of her mind as both a burden and a gift, rejecting the labels imposed upon her. A thread of longing weaves through the collection—an enduring, platonically charged connection with a Kashmiri poetry professor, a love story written in silence and distance.
Kindle
4 February 2025
Paid for Kindle
English
The Autism Nest Model: An Inclusive Education Framework for Autistic Children
The Autism Nest Model describes the people, processes, program structures and strategies essential for producing strong, positive educational outcomes for autistic children. Well-researched, and using evidence-based practices, it incorporates strategies that build on areas of strength and support areas of common difficulties, including sensory processing, social development, and self-regulation. The Nest Model is designed for use in grades K-12. However, this book focuses on the elementary version which serves students in K-5th grade.
Shirley Cohen, PhD, Allison Graham Brown
Kindle
Paperback
4 February 2025
Paid for Kindle
Paid for Paperback
English
Neurodivergent-Friendly DBT Skills Workbook for Teens: A Transformative Guide for Neurodivergent Teens to Build Confidence and Balance with Mindfulness, Emotion Regulation, and Interpersonal Skills
Are you ready to thriv e as your authentic, neurodivergent self? Does your teen struggle with overwhelming emotions, anxiety, or social challenges? Whether you’re navigating the vibrant complexities of ADHD, autism, or other forms of neurodivergence, this revolutionary workbook is designed just for you. It combines the proven techniques of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) with innovative neurodivergent-friendly tools, providing you with the practical strategies you need to thrive.
