Cover of Can I tell you about Asperger Syndrome?: A guide for friends and family

Can I tell you about Asperger Syndrome?: A guide for friends and family

Meet Adam - a young boy with AS. Adam invites young readers to learn about AS from his perspective. He helps children understand the difficulties faced by a child with AS - he tells them what AS is, what it feels like to have AS and how they can help children with AS by understanding their differences and appreciating their many talents. This illustrated book is ideally suited for boys and girls between 7 and 15 years old and also serves as an excellent starting point for family and classroom discussions.

Audience
childrens
Length
short · 48 pages

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