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Autism: Calming the Chaos: Strategies for Understanding and Supporting Meltdowns
When your child's world becomes too much, do you know what to do?
When a meltdown hits, the crying, the overwhelm, the not knowing what to do, most parents feel completely lost. Not because they do not want to help. But because this is genuinely hard and most people face it alone.
What makes this book different
Every page of this book was lived before it was written. Dalisse and Luis are the parents of two autistic boys, and Dalisse is autistic herself. The supermarket meltdowns, the cancelled swimming lessons, the moments of not knowing what to do, and slowly learning what actually helps. All of it real. None of it theory..
Inside the story your child will meet Adrián
Adrián is a 10-year-old autistic boy who explains, in his own words, what a meltdown feels like from the inside. Through his story, children
Why meltdowns are not tantrums and why that distinction mattersHow sensory overload builds and what to do before it peaksThat stimming is healthy and has a real purposeThat needing a quiet space is not weakness, it is wisdomThat they are loved, safe, and not aloneThe beautifully hand-illustrated story covers real busy restaurants, crowded supermarkets, cancelled routines, communication struggles, and the relief of finally feeling understood.
A complete parent guide is included
The second half of the book gives parents and caregivers practical tools to use
How to identify your child's specific meltdown triggersWhat to do and what not to do in the middle of a meltdownHow to anticipate and prevent the next meltdown before it startsPost-meltdown recovery strategies for your child and for yourselfHow sensory overload, routine changes, and communication challenges connect to meltdown behaviorWhat parents are saying
"My daughter already recognizes Adrián in the illustrations. It has allowed me to not only use the techniques ourselves as a family during a meltdown but to also understand other kids when they are having one." — Andre
"A lifesaver for understanding my grandson's autism. The practical tips for handling emotional crises have given me the confidence to know what to do." — Gloria
Perfect for
Autistic children ages 6 to 14Parents and caregivers who feel lost during and after meltdownsTeachers and therapists supporting children with ASDFamilies who want to read and learn together about autismA Social Emotional Learning resource grounded in neurodiversity
Created by autistic parents for autistic children, this book provides authentic understanding and SEL strategies that respect your child's neurology. The focus is on co-regulation and emotional safety, not compliance.
Your child does not need to be fixed. They need to be understood.
Scroll up and click Add to Cart to give your child the words they have been waiting for.
When a meltdown hits, the crying, the overwhelm, the not knowing what to do, most parents feel completely lost. Not because they do not want to help. But because this is genuinely hard and most people face it alone.
What makes this book different
Every page of this book was lived before it was written. Dalisse and Luis are the parents of two autistic boys, and Dalisse is autistic herself. The supermarket meltdowns, the cancelled swimming lessons, the moments of not knowing what to do, and slowly learning what actually helps. All of it real. None of it theory..
Inside the story your child will meet Adrián
Adrián is a 10-year-old autistic boy who explains, in his own words, what a meltdown feels like from the inside. Through his story, children
Why meltdowns are not tantrums and why that distinction mattersHow sensory overload builds and what to do before it peaksThat stimming is healthy and has a real purposeThat needing a quiet space is not weakness, it is wisdomThat they are loved, safe, and not aloneThe beautifully hand-illustrated story covers real busy restaurants, crowded supermarkets, cancelled routines, communication struggles, and the relief of finally feeling understood.
A complete parent guide is included
The second half of the book gives parents and caregivers practical tools to use
How to identify your child's specific meltdown triggersWhat to do and what not to do in the middle of a meltdownHow to anticipate and prevent the next meltdown before it startsPost-meltdown recovery strategies for your child and for yourselfHow sensory overload, routine changes, and communication challenges connect to meltdown behaviorWhat parents are saying
"My daughter already recognizes Adrián in the illustrations. It has allowed me to not only use the techniques ourselves as a family during a meltdown but to also understand other kids when they are having one." — Andre
"A lifesaver for understanding my grandson's autism. The practical tips for handling emotional crises have given me the confidence to know what to do." — Gloria
Perfect for
Autistic children ages 6 to 14Parents and caregivers who feel lost during and after meltdownsTeachers and therapists supporting children with ASDFamilies who want to read and learn together about autismA Social Emotional Learning resource grounded in neurodiversity
Created by autistic parents for autistic children, this book provides authentic understanding and SEL strategies that respect your child's neurology. The focus is on co-regulation and emotional safety, not compliance.
Your child does not need to be fixed. They need to be understood.
Scroll up and click Add to Cart to give your child the words they have been waiting for.
87 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 14, 2024
About the author
Dalisse Sequeiros
37 books2 followersDalisse Sequeiros is a devoted mom raising two incredible autistic boys. As a passionate autism advocate, she understands both the joys and challenges that come with parenting autistic children. Dalisse thoughtfully creates books for children ages 6–12, offering stories that celebrate their strengths, differences, and unique ways of connecting with the world.
Her mission is to offer resources that foster understanding, empathy, and confidence, helping autistic children feel seen, valued, and empowered. With every story, Dalisse hopes to create meaningful moments of connection for families navigating the world of autism.
She cherishes every milestone and dedicates herself to promoting acceptance and belonging through her writing.
Her mission is to offer resources that foster understanding, empathy, and confidence, helping autistic children feel seen, valued, and empowered. With every story, Dalisse hopes to create meaningful moments of connection for families navigating the world of autism.
She cherishes every milestone and dedicates herself to promoting acceptance and belonging through her writing.
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December 28, 2025
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Thank you for this tool! It hit me as a single mom
trying to manage my son’s emotions. It clarified that I am doing all I can and just that for my son!
Thank you for this tool! It hit me as a single mom
trying to manage my son’s emotions. It clarified that I am doing all I can and just that for my son!
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