Children's Book Suggestions | Autism Awareness Month

Some of our favorite books for and about kids with autism, for readers age 4-14. More books can be found in the library's online catalog.

Updated March 14, 2025
LINCC (Libraries in Clackamas County) Oregon City Public Library
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Anything but typical
Baskin, Nora Raleigh.
Paper Book
Told from the first-person perspective of an autistic boy, Nora Raleigh Baskin's novel is an enlightening story for anyone who has ever worried about fitting in. Jason Blake is an autistic twelve-year-old living in a neurotypical world. Most days it's just a matter of time before...

Young Teen Fiction (Grades 5-7)

Temple Grandin : how the girl who loved cows embraced autism and changed the world
Montgomery, Sy.
Paper Book
When Temple Grandin was born, her parents knew that she was different. Years later she was diagnosed with autism. While Temple's doctor recommended a hospital, her mother believed in her. Temple went to school instead. Today, Dr. Temple Grandin is a scientist and professor of animal...

Children's Nonfiction (Age 10-12)


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