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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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.


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A friend for Henry
Bailey, Jenn
Paper Book
A friend for Henry /
Bailey, Jenn,
Paper Book
Henry, a boy on the autism spectrum, has been on the lookout for a friend in his class. His best efforts are often misunderstood, but after an art project mix-up and a Reading Time setback, Henry finds a way to build a friendship in this charming and reassuring picture book.
See, touch, feel : a first sensory book to share with your baby
Boultwood, Ellie
Paper Book
There's lots for baby to explore in See, Touch, Feel: A First Sensory Book. This sturdy board book, with bright photographs of happy babies, is specially designed to stimulate curiosity through sensory play. Each page has a colourful picture activity that invites baby to...
My Friend Has Autism
Duling, Kaitlyn.
Paper Book
Too much! :
Gutiâerrez, Jolene,
Paper Book
When feelings go on overload, I pause and breathe and all is . . . slowed. Sometimes everything is too much! Too loud, too bright, and all too overwhelming. Writing from her own experience with sensory processing disorder, award-winning teacher-librarian...
Too sticky! :
Malia, Jen,
Paper Book
Holly loves experiments but doesn't like sticky things--how will she make slime? Holly loves doing experiments and learning new things in science class! But when she finds out the next experience is making slime, she's worried. Slime is made with glue, and...
Talking is not my thing!
Robbins, Rose
Paper Book
Age range 3 to 9 The autistic sister in this sibling pair is non verbal, but she finds plenty of ways to communicate and have fun with her brother.  Although she can't talk, this little girl understands everything, and has plenty to say, and lots of ideas. ...
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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