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
Supporting Neurodivergent Children and Families: A Practitioner's Guide
"Supporting Neurodivergent Children and Families presents an innovative blueprint using academic literature, research and theory, to provide a best practice approach in equipping practitioners to support neurodivergent children and their families. The knowledge and insight provided in this book allows practitioners to effectively create supportive environments and plan appropriate practice responses, whilst never changing the child. By altering the system perspective and transcending the physical boundaries of space where the interaction occurs, a supportive environment is created, thus providing more positive outcomes. The blend of practice experiences, tangible case studies and theory prompts the reader to critically reflect on their practice and potentially integrate new, innovative changes to their approach."
Kindle
Paperback
4 April 2024
Paid for Kindle
Paid for Paperback
English
Essentials of Autism Spectrum Disorders Evaluation and Assessment (Essentials of Psychological Assessment)
"Gain an understanding of the most important autism spectrum assessments and evaluation techniques Essentials of Autism Spectrum Disorders Evaluation and Assessment, 2nd Edition, helps professionals learn how to identify, assess, and diagnose autism spectrum disorders (ASD). In a time when detection and awareness of ASD are on the rise, this book addresses the primary domains of assessment, discusses the purpose of assessment, suggests test instruments, and identifies the unique clinical applications of each instrument to the diagnosis of ASD. As with all volumes in the Essentials of Psychological Assessment series, this book consists of concise chapters featuring callout boxes highlighting key concepts, easy-to-learn bullet points, and extensive illustrative material, as well as test questions that help you gauge and reinforce your grasp of the information covered."
Celine A. Saulnier & Pamela E. Ventola
Paperback
23 April 2024
Paid for Paperback
English
Ignorance in Autism: When a Neurodivergent Person Thinks They Are Normal
"Are you struggling to understand why your neurodivergent loved one thinks and acts the way they do? Does ignorance in autism leave you feeling frustrated, isolated, and unsure of how to bridge the communication gap? In a world where autism is often misunderstood, not knowing how to approach a loved one who is unaware of their condition can leave you doubting whether you can provide them with the life that they deserve."
Kindle
Paperback
3 December 2023
Paid for Kindle
Paid for Paperback
English
Girl Unmasked: How Uncovering My Autism Saved My Life
"To the outside world, Emily looks like a typical girl, with a normal family, living an ordinary life. But inside, Emily does not feel typical, and the older she gets, the more she realises that she is different. As she finally discovers when she is 16, Emily is autistic. Girl Unmasked is the extraordinary story of how she got there - and how she very nearly didn't..."
Autism is not a Disease: The Politics of Neurodiversity
"How to build a fairer, more neuro-inclusive society Neurodiversity is one of the most urgent political issues of our time. As the number of diagnoses of autism, ADHD, and other types of neurodivergence rises, we are starting to understand that there is no such thing as a 'normal' brain. But society is still organised around neuronormativity, and autism is treated as a disease..."
Kindle
Paperback
8 October 2024
Paid for Kindle
Paid for Paperback
English
But Everyone Feels This Way: How an Autism Diagnosis Saved My Life
"In But Everyone Feels This Way, Autism acceptance activist and multi-million-follower TikTok influencer Paige Layle shares her deeply personal journey to diagnosis and living life autistically. It all started out pretty normal: Paige lived in the countryside with her parents and brother Graham. She went to school, hung out with friends, and all the while everything seemed so much harder than it needed to be. A break in routine threw off the whole day. If her teacher couldn't answer 'why?' in class, she dissolved into tears, unable to articulate her own confusion or explain her lack of control. But Paige was normal. She smiled in photos, picked her feet up when her mum needed to vacuum instead of fleeing the room, and did well at school. She was popular and well-liked. And until she had a full mental breakdown, no one believed her when she claimed that she was not okay..."
Independent Living while Autistic: Your Roadmap to Success (Adulting while Autistic)
"Whether you're a young autistic adult leaving the shelter of school, or you're late-diagnosed and adjusting to the realization that you're not broken, you're just autistic, this book is for you. It holds the key to navigating the road trip of your life. Learn practical strategies that have helped others. Follow five fictional characters as they encounter and overcome roadblocks on their path to independence. Read actually autistic adults success stories in their own words in ""Speaking for Ourselves."" If you've ever wished that adult life came with an instruction manual, this book is for you."
Notes for Neuro Navigators: The Allies' Quick-Start Guide to Championing Neurodivergent Brains
"A guide for parents, friends, and carers working with autistic adults which explains how to world looks to autistic individuals and how others can best provide support. ""Being autistic is full-on, but being in the life of someone who is autistic? This can be epic, world-changing love."""
Kindle
Paperback
21 December 2023
Paid for Kindle
Paid for Paperback
English
One in 36: A Full Spectrum Approach to Autism
"""Autism"" indicates a state of being withdrawn. ""Spectrum"" indicates varying degrees of being in such a state. One in 36 children are estimated to have Autism Spectrum Disorder in the United States. This prevalence has been increasing for the past 10 years. In an effort to decrease the prevalence over the next 10 years, the author shares this book with both parents and medical teams who care for a child with Autism Spectrum Disorder. "
Kindle
Paperback
28 January 2024
Paid for Kindle
Paid for Paperback
English
Parenting neurodivergent kids: A Mindful Guide to Raising Kids Who Are Neurodivergent
Parenting a kid is one of the most demanding, all-consuming tasks you can do, particularly when they suffer from Autism, ADHD, Learning disabilities, and Dyslexia. it might be even more difficult to find them the treatment and care they need. The trouble is that the strategies and habits everyone else would swear by just don’t work with your kid, and at times they might make things 10 times worse.What you need is an inclusive, open, and empathetic approach that enables you to make adjustments in your parenting style from day one. While this may seem so much easier said than done, I want you to know that…
Kindle
Paperback
4 February 2024
Paid for Kindle
Paid for Paperback
English