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
The Questions of Being Autistic: What Any Self-Respecting Autie Should Be Asking Themselves
Part of what it takes to be a mature, independent and self-promoting adult, involves asking ourselves some tough questions. The trouble is, autism can sometimes unfairly make this a little tougher – especially when the autie does not have the luxury of the same assumptions, life-templates or social instincts to rely upon. It is to this end, that Ben Aadario has set-out an indispensable collection of questions, specifically with the modern adult autistic in-mind. It is the definitive list of queries, to help guide spectrum-dwellers towards meaningful and rewarding introspection.
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August 12, 2023
Paid for Kindle
Paid for Paperback
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Riding the Spectrum
David Hutt recently discovered that he has always been on the spectrum- and with his newfound self-understanding, freedom, passion for words, and quantum physics insights, found these poems birthing themselves through him between April 2022 and July, 2023. Take up a chair and dive into these poems, challenging the reader with starkly original images, whimsey, and startling creativity. Titles include: They All Danced With Two Right Feet, I Was Always Nowhere,, For us innocent 4th graders (Uvalde, 2002) Retrocausality, Hope Is a Stone-Cold Killer, Freedom For Sale, So Brave to Not Know, Six-Year-Old Verbie Trapped in Nounville, To Silliness, Sanity, Eulogy For the Lost Universes, Dogs Whimper at Midnight, Goodbye, Pronoun Wars ,Our Only Constant Lover is the Unknown, and The Only Song There Is.
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August 5, 2023
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Paid for Paperback
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I am the rainbow and the rainbow is me
This colourful rhyming story book gives children an insight into one little girls positive autistic identity. In this story you can explore some lovely qualities of this autistic character with your child. Can your child spot some similarities? Every autistic child is unique, there is two pages in the back of the book for your child to personalise and encourage them to think about their own individual amazing qualities.
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September 14, 2024
Paid for Kindle
Paid for Paperback
English
Sadie has Sensory Processing Disorder!
Sadie has Sensory Processing Differences! This book explains what Sensory Processing Differences are and what they mean for Sadie! Let's learn about how to help! Low stimulating colours and illustrations make this suitable for Neuro divergent minds! Contrasting colours, large text and cream paper make this Dyslexia friendly! Perfect for educational settings!
Chatter Box: My Life with Autism, A Mother and Sons Perspective
The world has become more aware and informed about the increasing number of Autism in society. It is still a mystery as to the hardships and solutions to the lives of these kids and young adults. As they move on in life and find their way in this world, this book is a picture of one such life – an autism adult and his mother as they navigate forward down this road.
Martin Slyngstad & Stella Slyngstad
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July 23, 2023
Paid for Kindle
Paid for Paperback
English
Ayla and Alex have Autism!
Ayla and Alex have Autism! The first story in the series, ""My Friends are Different"", looks at children Ayla and Alex, who have Autism. The story explores the challenges they both face e.g sensory difficulties and social difficulties, whilst further explaining how Autism presents differently in males and females. Ayla is high masking which is conveyed throughout the story. She is creative and attempts to fit in with her peers. However, she appears to ""boss"" her friends around and her emotions can overflow.
Full Spectrum Operations: My Journey on the Spectrum Through Childhood, West Point, The Army, and Beyond
This book is a powerful and deeply personal biography that offers a glimpse into the remarkable journey of a person on the autism spectrum. It is a story of perseverance, courage, and resilience that will move and inspire readers. As you read the pages of this book, you will be transported into the world of the author, who faced unique challenges and obstacles on his path to success. You will experience the highs and lows of their journey, from the struggles of childhood to the triumphs of adulthood...
Low-Demand Parenting: Dropping Demands, Restoring Calm, and Finding Connection with your Uniquely Wired Child
"Low-demand parenting requires radical acceptance. It says to the kid right in front of you, I see you, just as you are. - You are ok here. I love you right here." Parent to neurodivergent children and autistic adult, Amanda Diekman, outlines a parenting approach that finally lowers the bar for the whole family, enabling the equilibrium of the home to be restored
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July 21, 2023
Paid for Kindle
Paid for Paperback
English
Rainbow Girl: A Memoir of Autism and Anorexia
Autism and Anorexia — a “Perfect” Combo At just 15 years of age, Livia was tossed out of the Dutch eating disorder treatment system with the message: ""You’re just going to have to accept the fact that you’re never going to get better."" Growing up unknowingly autistic, Livia spent the majority of her young life seeking worth and validation in external achievements. She excelled in her honors classes, competitive sports, and eventually, an eating disorder
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July 3, 2023
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Paid for Paperback
English
My Journey With Autism
In this personal and insightful memoir, I, Andrew Horton, share my experiences of living with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), and how I have learned to navigate the world in their own unique way. I never considered myself to have ASD and never would have ever discovered it, had it not for my daughter being tested and diagnosed with having it as well. I've had my share of struggles with social interaction, communication, and sensory processing. I also share my passions and interests, and how they have found ways to use my strengths to my advantage.
