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The Turtle Boy: A Story About Leo: A Celebration of Neurodiversity
Every child finds their own way to swim!Leo Sanderson loves turtles more than anything in the world. He can name every species, draw their shells from memory, and talk about them for hours. But school isn’t always as easy as the ocean creatures he admires.
With Autism, Leo often finds school rules confusing, his feelings overwhelming, and change difficult to manage.
When a class project gives Leo the chance to share his passion, everything begins to shift. With the help of a supportive teacher, new friends, and a calm plan he’s proud of, Leo discovers that being different doesn’t mean being wrong—sometimes it means being extraordinary.
“The Turtle Boy” is a gentle, hopeful story for children, families, and educators—celebrating neurodiversity, resilience, and the beautiful ways children find their place in the world.
With Autism, Leo often finds school rules confusing, his feelings overwhelming, and change difficult to manage.
When a class project gives Leo the chance to share his passion, everything begins to shift. With the help of a supportive teacher, new friends, and a calm plan he’s proud of, Leo discovers that being different doesn’t mean being wrong—sometimes it means being extraordinary.
“The Turtle Boy” is a gentle, hopeful story for children, families, and educators—celebrating neurodiversity, resilience, and the beautiful ways children find their place in the world.
76 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 23, 2025
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