Can I Tell You About Autism?: A Guide For Friends, Family And Professionals

Description

Meet Tom - a young boy with autism. Tom invites readers to learn about autism from his perspective, helping them to understand what it is and explaining the challenges he faces with issues such as social communication, sensory overload and changes in his routine. Tom tells readers about all the ways he can be helped and supported by those around him. This beautifully-illustrated book is ideally suited for readers aged 7 and upwards, and will be an excellent way to increase understanding about autism, in the classroom or at home. It also includes clear, useful information for parents and professionals. The 'Can I tell you about...?' series offers simple introductions to a range of limiting conditions and other issues that affect our lives. Friendly characters invite readers to learn about their experiences, the challenges they face, and how they would like to be helped and supported. These books serve as excellent starting points for family and classroom discussions.

Author description

Jude Welton originally trained as a child psychologist specialising in autism. She is a freelance writer and the author of several popular, child-friendly books published by Jessica Kingsley Publishers. Jane Telford is an artist and illustrator who has exhibited paintings and drawings widely in the UK and also internationally. Jane has illustrated several books published by Jessica Kingsley Publishers.

Table of contents

Foreword by Dr Glenys Jones.; Introduction for adults.; Introduction for children.; 1. Introducing Tom, who has autism.; 2. Mind blindness.; 3. Listening.; 4. Talking.; 5. Body language.; 6. Playing.; 7. Routines and repetition.; 8. Preparing for change.; 9. Hidden rules.; 10. Sounds, sights, touch, tastes and smells.; 11. Body movements.; 12. Daily life.; 13. Special interests.; 14. How adults can help.; 15. More about autism.; Recommended reading, resources, websites and organisations.; Template to create a personal profile for a child with autism.