Children's Books About the Autism Spectrum (Boardbooks, Easy Readers, Picture Books)

These are just a sample of recommended boardbooks, easy readers and picture books on the topic of Autism and are available through the Sussex County Library System.


Updated December 13, 2024
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A friend for Henry
Bailey, Jenn
Paper Book
A 2020 Schneider Family Honor Book A heartwarming picture book that explores the experience of autism and the power of friendship.  In Classroom Six, second left down the hall, Henry has been on the lookout for a friend. A friend...
A friend for Henry /
Bailey, Jenn,
Paper Book
A 2020 Schneider Family Honor Book A heartwarming picture book that explores the experience of autism and the power of friendship.  In Classroom Six, second left down the hall, Henry has been on the lookout for a friend. A friend...
See, Touch, Feel: Colors
Priddy, Roger
Paper Book
See, Touch, Feel: Colors is a fantastic first concepts book from Priddy Books. This cased board book introduces colors to very young children in a fun and simple way. Specially designed to stimulate toddlers and encourage the development of motor...
Charlie makes a splash! /
Peete, Holly Robinson,
Paper Book
The award-winning team who brought us MY BROTHER CHARLIE present a companion book that celebrates the power of water for those who have autism. Like many kids on the autism spectrum, Charlie finds solace and empowerment in pools, ponds, sprinklers, visiting the aquarium, and swimming in...
My brother Charlie /
Peete, Holly Robinson,
Paper Book
From bestselling author and actress Holly Robinson Peete--a heartwarming story about a boy who happens to be autistic, based on Holly's son, who has autism."Charlie has autism. His brain works in a special way. It's harder for him to make friends. Or show his true feelings. Or stay safe." But as his...
Bitsy Bat, School Star
Windness, Kaz
Paper Book
Three starred reviews! 2024 Bank Street Best Children's Book Selection A little bat struggles to fit in only to learn to celebrate differences in this "darling book for all children but especially those with autism" (Kirkus Reviews, starred review)...

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