Today, I decided to do some research for those of us who do not understand autism. My favorite pasttime aside from my addiction to the computer is to read. For those of you who groan at the idea of reading, and I know you are out there (you poor souls), there are handy little devices called audio tapes which allow you to listen rather than strain your eyes and your patience on print.
I have not read these books myself, so please do not judge me or send me virtual rotten tomatoes. I am merely trying to assist and hopefully get someone started on an educational journey that will enrich their knowledge and understanding of autism. If you are not the parent or teacher of an autistic child, perhaps you are a relative or friend who could lend tremendous moral and emotional support by showing your interest in wanting to help.
Any comments or reviews on the books for today’s list are welcome and could prove helpful. The list is as follows:
Learning as we Grow by Nicole Beurkens
Learning to Live with High Functioning Autism by Mike Stanton
Mindblindness: An Essay on Autism and Theory of Mind by Simon Baron Cohen
Understanding Autism for Dummies by Stephen Shore and Linda Rastelli
Understanding Autism by Susan M. Dodd
Disconnected Kids by Robert Melillo
If you have a book to add to the list, please send your suggestions. Any of the books listed above can be found online. A wonderful source that I always support is a nearby library. Sometimes the librarians are able to have the books borrowed from other libraries, so ask about the particulars of this process.
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