Book - Child
"Children who have siblings with disabilities are often embarrassed by the family member that is disabled. Autism presents a particular challenge since there is no physical affliction. They look "normal" but display odd behavior. Tara and Julie, Ian's big sisters, take their brother, who is autistic, for a walk. Throughout the day Ian hears, smells, tastes and sees things differently than his sisters, sometimes annoying them. At one point Ian wanders away. They panic, but Julie closes her eyes and tries to think like Ian. Is he at the water fountain watching the stream of water gush past his eyes? Or is it the bell in the center of the park? She finds him ringing the bell. The sisters display their frustration but also compassion for their brother. This story provides an insight into the world of autism and how it affects the healthy family members." -Children's Literature
All Ages
0807534803
Laurie Lears
1998 Albert Whitman
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