Book Suggestions for Children With Autism

Children with autism spectrum disorder have certain challenges in their everyday lives which can be helped with books designed specifically for them. These books can assist with common autism challenges, and provide a good starting point for discussion about autism.

  1. When My Worries Get Too Big by Kari Dunn Buron

    • Autistic children often have trouble dealing with anxiety. They may have environmental triggers or sensory issues that can cause them stress, which disrupts their lives. This book offers the child self-calming strategies so they can feel more in control. Reviewing these strategies before a stressful situation occurs can enable the child to self-soothe, so that they can continue living their lives.

    Cool Down and Work Thru Anger by Free Spirit Publishing

    • For autistic children, a by-product of feeling stressed out or overwhelmed can be anger. Autistic children may feel frustration and anger at their inability to communicate their needs. The anger makes it harder for the child to think clearly in order to move on from the situation. This book helps by providing self-calming skills the child can use to compose themselves.

    My Social Stories Book by Carol Gray

    • Children with autism have a difficult time interpreting the world around them, including social cues. This can make it challenging to process daily interactions, as well as make lasting friendships. In this book, the author outlines basic social and life skills of everyday life, including tooth brushing or wearing a seat beat. Knowing how to act appropriately in the world and learning the basics of taking care of oneself is useful for someone with autism.

    I Love Being My Own Autistic Self by Landon Bryce

    • This book will help to introduce the idea of autism and that some people's brains and neurological systems work differently than others'. The overall theme is to respect and appreciate the diversity of the human population. It will help autistic children to feel as though they are accepted, even though they may interpret the world a little differently.

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