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Hello everyone! I am so excited to announce that my second book IN HIS SHOES - A Short Journey Through Autism is available now! I can't wait for you to meet Nicholas Hansen, a 13-year-old boy who is venturing into his first year of middle school. Nicholas has autism and you'll get to join him on his journey to his first school dance, the locker room, a day at the beach and MORE! Click on the book to find out more about Nicholas.
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Chelsea, an eleven year old girl, who just happens to have severe autism, welcomes us into her life.  Seeing kids on the playground and at the park playing games, she expresses her desire to get to know some of them. However, she explains that social interaction can be tricky for her. She clarifies some of the behaviors and challenges that she faces while comparing them with issues all kids face. While discussing sensory issues, she uses examples that are kid-friendly and might make a typical child think, “Hey, I experience that too!” She reveals the life of a visual thinker and discusses visual reminders that we all use. She explains that idioms are very confusing to people who think in pictures. In addition, Chelsea discusses issues of eye contact and explains echolalia. She helps readers see that she’s not so different after all and creates opportunities for other kids with autism. 
Chelsea brings a fun and clear voice for those children who cannot articulate the challenges that autism presents. A is for Autism, F is for Friend provides an enjoyable discussion-oriented format for teaching our youth about autism. ISBN 978-1-931282-43-7 |
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