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Becca Leal #10

Dr. Duchaine
SPED4340
25 January 2020
Annotated Bibliography

Arnold, E. K., & Santoso, C. (2017). A boy called Bat. New York, NY: Scholastic. For Grade 5.

A Boy Called Bat, by Elana K. Arnold, is about a boy, Bat, who is a third grader that has

dreams to one day be a vet. Bat is on the autism spectrum and has a big heart for animals.

The book discusses how he stems, his relationships with his family and peers, and his

development of learning how other people feel. This book is a light-hearted read for

young readers. Everyone has things they are passionate about, and Bat’s happens to be

animals, specifically the skunk he saves and brings home. The support from the school

and Bat’s family, can encourage readers to do the same for anyone they know with a

disability. Bat is inspiring because he has his struggles just like everybody else, but with

his skunk, he is able to find something else to focus his attention on. Bat is a motivated

character himself who can bring awareness to autism, because of how he navigates his

challenges. Bat shows that no matter the disability, anyone can overcome their struggles

and keep pushing!

Lord, C. (2007). Rules. New York: Scholastic. For Grade 7.

Rules by Cynthia Lord is a book narrated by Katherine, the older sister of David.

Catherine writes the rules for David and helps guide him in his everyday life. When

Catherine hears that a new neighbor is moving in, she is excited because she wants a

place to go where she can take breaks from being with her brother. However, after
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meeting a new friend, Jason, who happens to be a boy in a wheelchair, Catherine realize

how to appreciate David and his differences. David has his own set of rules, but this book

teaches us that different is okay. The set of rules that Catherine makes for her brother is

already a start to building awareness because most children with autism need specific

instruction. Catherine is supportive of her brother and reading about someone who is

there for someone else, is a great example to take after. “Rules” also builds awareness to

autism by bringing together two kids with disabilities and seeing them for their abilities

rather than their ‘disabilities’. The acceptance that Catherine has of her brother can teach

others to accept people’s differences.

Mosca, J. F., & Rieley, D. (2018). The girl who thought in pictures: the story of Dr. Temple

Grandin. New York: Scholastic Inc. For Grade 3.

The girl who thought in pictures: The story of Temple Grandin by Julia Finley Mosca

shares the story of Temple, who has autism. Temple was able to talk after she started

seeing things as pictures. Temple was “different, not less”; this quote is powerful and

shows acceptance because people with autism should be welcomed just as anyone else

because we are all different in our own ways. People with ‘disabilities’ deserve to be

treated the same way because we all have our differences, we just express them in

different ways. The teacher at Temple’s new school is a great example of how we as

future teachers can be great advocates for our children. The teacher found what she was

good at and Temple was successful later in life with the help of her teacher. Temple’s life

journey proves that anyone can find the ability in their “disability” and one day be

successful like her. I would recommend this book to anyone, especially teachers because

it is the perfect book to introduce a discussion about how anybody can strive for success.
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Peete, H. R., Peete, R. E., Millner, D., & Evans, S. (2010). My brother Charlie. New York:

Scholastic Press. For Grade 2.

My Brother Charlie is written by Holly Robinson Peete and Ryan Elizabeth Peete.

Charlie and Callie are twins and Charlie has autism; however, Callie and her family do

not view Charlie any differently. Callie explains how her, and Charlie have similarities

and differences among them two. One of the differences being that Charlie is quieter

while Callie likes to talk. Callie explains that love does not only come from what a

person says but it can also come from what they do. Just because Charlie does not

verbalize his love, he still has other ways to show it. This book is a fantastic choice

because it shows that Charlie is different yet unique in his own way. His sister explains

how Charlie is ambitious because when he wants something nothing can stop him. My

Brother Charlie does an incredible job at building awareness to autism because it proves

that Charlie is just like other people who have strengths and weaknesses. Charlie is

another human being who has some good days and some bad days, just like everybody

else.

Wagner, L. (2019). The boy who felt too much: how a renowned neuroscientist and his son

changed our view of autism forever. Crows Nest, New South Wales: Allen & Unwin. For Grade

11.

The boy who felt too much is a non-fiction book written by Lorenz Wagner. Henry’s son

Kai has autism and Henry wants to “decode” the “disturbances” of his sons (and others

who have autism) brain. Coming from a parent’s perspective, it is an interesting and

educational read. The dedication that Henry has to studying what his child has, is

inspirational and motivating. This book explains the struggles as well as the strengths that
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people with autism have. The book is called The boy who felt too much because Kai does

not feel too little, he feels “too much”. A common misconception that people have about

people that have autism, is that they do not have the same feelings as people that do not

have autism. This book is great because it disproves that misconception, by showing how

much Kai feels. People who have autism have strengths within their personalities as well

as many feelings.
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Victoria M. Waits

Texas State University

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TITLE: Andy and his Yellow Frisbee

CITATION: ​Thompson, M. (2011). ​Andy and his Yellow Frisbee​. Bethesda, MD: Woodbine

House.

ANNOTATION: An elementary school level book that builds awareness on autism is “Andy and

his Yellow Frisbee” by Mary Thompson. The story is about a girl named Sarah who sees a boy

named Andy by himself spinning a yellow frisbee. Andy’s sister Rosie is fearful of how Sarah

will treat Andy, then starts explaining autism to readers. The end of the book offers facts and

characteristics of autism as well. The story of Andy helps young readers understand how people

with autism are different, but deserve kindness and acceptance.

TITLE: How to Look For a Lost Dog

CITATION: Martin, A. M. (2016). ​How to Look For a Lost Dog​. London: Usborne.

ANNOTATION: A middle school level book that builds awareness on autism is “How to Look

For a Lost Dog” by Ann Martin. The fiction book is about an 11 year old girl with autism named

Rose. Her father gives her a stray dog named Rain. When Rain goes missing during a storm,

Rose refuses to stop looking for him. The story of Rose gives middle school students awareness

of autism by Rose describing how she struggles to understand to fit in with her peers at school,

and understanding the unwritten rules of social skills.

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TITLE: Thinking In Pictures: And Other Reports From My Life With Autism

CITATION: Grandin, Temple. (2006). ​Thinking In Pictures: And Other Reports From My Life

With Autism​. New York: Vintage.

ANNOTATION: A high school level book that builds awareness on autism is “Thinking In

Pictures: And Other Reports From My Life With Autism” by Temple Grandin. Grandin is a

professor who writes about her life with autism and her achievements. Grandin also writes

information about the criteria to diagnose autism, common misconceptions, and treatments. The

autobiography gives high school students an in-depth explanation of autism, and read someone’s

life with autism and the achievements they made. Temple Grandin spreads awareness about the

definition of autism and that people with autism can make great achievements.
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Baskin, N. R. (2010). Anything but typical. New York: Simon & Schuster Books for

Young Readers.

● This book fits the grade levels of 5-8. This book is about a 12 year old boy who

has Autism and feels lonely. He meets a friend online and he finally feels

understood, but he is nervous for the day they meet in person, afraid he won’t be

accepted. I feel like this book is great because Jason is a relatable character and

the author even includes his family members and how they deal with their

son/brother having Autism.

Erskine, K. (2018). Mockingbird. London: Usborne Publishing Ltd.

● This book fits the grade levels of 6-8. This book is about a girl named Caitlyn,

who has Aspergers. Throughout the book, she is learning to deal with personal

loss, her father’s emotions, and learning new ways to navigate her world of

Autism. I believe this is a good book for awareness because the reader is able to

see the highs and lows that people who have Autism experience.

Land, C., & Thisara, S. (2017). The superhero brain: explaining autism to empower kids.

United States: Christel Friberg Land.

● This book is intended for the grade levels of early elementary. This book talks

about sensory issues and empowering children who have Autism with rhyme

schemes. I think this book is good for awareness because it discusses Autism in a

positive light and touches on the fact that it can be a little complicated, but it

shouldn’t stop kids from achieving their dreams.

 Rudolph, S., Royer, D., Zivoin, J., Coman, D. C., & Braaten, E. (2015). All my stripes: a

story for children with autism. Washington, DC: Magination Press, American Psychological

Association.

● This book is intended for grade levels in early to mid elementary. This book is

about a zebra named Zane. He is nervous and afraid that his classmates will only

see the stripe that represents Autism. His mom helps him understand that he has

many other stripes along with Autism and that all of his stripes are special and

unique. I believe this book is a good book to read because it shows the fear that

some kids may feel, but allows them to see that they are so much more than a

label.

Yarborough, L. L., & Merheb, N. (2018). Nathans autism spectrum superpowers. Texas:

One Three Nine Inspired.

● This book is intended for grades in the early to mid elementary range. This book

is about a boy named Nathan and all the superpowers he has that come from him

having Autism. I think this book raises awareness because it explains why

children on the spectrum act and react in ways that others don’t, and it also has

tips and advice for friends or family members of the child.

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A friend like Simon 5th grade

This story shows the acceptance of a boy with autism and a boy without. Matthew never
thought he would have a friend with autism. While in class with Simon, Matthew thought the
things Simon did were strange. Matthew made it a point to avoid Simon. After getting paired up
on a school field trip with Simone, Matthew got to know him a little better. Matthew realizes that
the things that make Simon different are what make him a good friend. Matthew accepted Simon
because he realized that having Autism is what makes Simon unique.

Crow Boy Grade 3-5

This story brings awareness and acceptance to the world of Autism. Chibi, a nickname
given to the little boy, was an outcast at school. His peers nor his teachers never understood him.
His peers would call him ugly names that degraded him and his teachers really never understood
him. That was until his 6th grade year. During his 6th and final year of grade school Chibis
teacher took a fascination to him, and eventually became his friend. Chibis teacher pushed him to
do the talent show. After Chibi performed his teacher went up on stage and talked about how
Chibi had Autism and that is why is a little different. After graduation Chibis peers were not
mean to him, and they even gave him the new nickname of Crow Boy. Even though it took a
while for his peers to accept him, Chibi had never felt more accepted in his life.

My Brother Charlie 1st grade

This story is about the love between twins Charlie and Callie. Although they are twins
Charlie has Autism and Callie does not. The beginning of the book shows how Callie noticed the
different characteristics that her brother was showing that she wasn’t. She knows he is different
but she does not treat him any differently. She talks about how sometimes it is hard being his
sister, but she also talks about all the wonderful things Charlie is able to do. She explains all the
unique things Charlie does that are so meaning full to her. Callie is not ashamed of her brother
she loves and embraces everything about him. She says that although her brother has Autism,
autism doesn’t have him.

Looking after Louis 6th grade

This story is a about a little girl looking after her friend with Autism. She tells
characteristics that she sees him do. These characteristics are not your average characteristics.
She tells the things that Louis does in all different places like the playground and the classroom.
She explains that the students know that louis has Autism and that they know just how to play
with him. Her and her classmates don’t see that Louis has a disability they see a friend that likes
to play a little different. This book shows some of the characteristics and accommodations that
students that have Autism.

I See Things Differently : A First Look at Autism 2nd grade

This book is an insight about what autism is about. The book shows the behaviors and
characteristics that you will see when it comes to people with Autism. This book is informing the
readers about all the things you might see in a person with Autism. It also tells how they might
react to those certain things. The book asks questions that has the reader think about if they know
someone with autism. Overall the book shows that it is okay to be different, and it is okay to
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accept people that have Autism. This book shows us that having Autism is not scary and that
having it makes that person unique.
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Citations
Ely, L., & Dunbar, P. (2004). Cuidando a Louis. Barcelona: Serres.

Gaynor, K. (2008). A Friend Like Simon. Special Stories Publishing.

Peete, H. R., Peete, R. E., Millner, D., & Evans, S. (2010). My brother Charlie. New York:
Scholastic Press.

Thomas, P., & Keay, C. (2019). I see things differently: a first look at autism. Hauppauge, NY:
Barrons Educational Series, Inc.