To Be Me: Understanding What It's Like to Have Asperger's Syndrome

by Rebecca Etlinger

Ten-year-old David is a regular kid except for one He has Asperger’s Syndrome. Written from David’s point of view, this charming book uses playful illustrations and kid-friendly text to tell young readers what it’s like to have Asperger’s Syndrome. David explains that he’s a little clumsy, he has trouble making friends, and sometimes he can’t figure out how to carry on a normal conversation. But David wants to have friends, and with the help of his teacher and his parents, he gives the kids in his class some very helpful tips about what they can do to help a classmate with Asperger’s Syndrome. After learning about Asperger’s Syndrome, the other kids realize that David’s not weird, just a little different. And David doesn’t have to play alone anymore.

24 pages, Hardcover

First published May 1, 2005

Reviews

[Karissa]

This is an excellent book to read as a class to understand Asperger's Syndrome.

[Rebecca]

I have to rate this as 5 stars since I wrote it :)

[Anu]

A beautiful book for a child, teacher or parent. One of my children's favorites!