Product reviews for The Little Book of the Autism Spectrum

This book is a must-read for parents, professionals and young people with an interest in Autism. It is a welcome addition to the existing literature on Autism providing a clear, concise and very readable overview of many of the key aspects to aid the reader in a broad understanding of Autism. Through clear text, simple and effective illustrations, and regular key summaries this book guides the reader sensitively and thoughtfully through the facts, the impact and solutions for working with young people with Autism. The author places the young person at the centre of all the chapters focussing on the importance of parents and professionals trying to place themselves in the world of the young person. The later chapters on intervention illustrate this beautifully with multiple real life examples to guide readers through many of the key issues faced by young people with ASD. There is a strong ethos of inclusion and acceptance throughout the book allowing the reader to place the young person at the centre of their thinking. This non-expert, non-judgemental approach is again a welcome break from the plethora of scientific writing on Autism which may not always aid a broader audience in their understanding of Autism. The book ends with a clear, practical glossary of terms, well selected references and helpful web-links, to guide readers towards further information and support.