Sometimes Noise is Big: Life with Autism

by Angela Coelho, Camille Robertson (Illustrator)

Sometimes noise is too big for my ears. Sometimes the light is too loud for my eyes. I have autism and this means that sometimes the world around me is just too much! This book will help you to see the world through my eyes and to understand why I react to things the way I do. Flipping the perspective for neurotypicals, this book explains in simple terms some of the sensory issues experienced by children with autism. It shows situations which can be overwhelming and the ways that somebody with autism might react when there is too much going on. This picture book raises awareness of autism and helps young children of all abilities to better understand these issues. Suitable for ages 5+.

Genres: Picture Books

40 pages, Hardcover

Published October 19, 2017

Reviews

[Lizzy Schaner · Rating 3 out of 5]

Reading this story gave me a lot of insight on how life with autism really is and how people can do small things to make those with autism feel more accepted and comfortable in the space they're in. There is no white space through this book, so you're really able to zone into the book and think about different things from page to page about how those with autism go about life. Its a great introductory book for those who haven't gotten to normal engage with kids around them that are different than them.

[Thaz · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great book that helps parents, peers and individuals who have autism themselves to understand the condition better.

[Lee · Rating 3 out of 5]

I found this picture book laid it on a bit thick. I'd rather a story but this is more a non-fiction book.