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OverviewAge range 3 to 9 The autistic sister in this sibling pair is non verbal, but she finds plenty of ways to communicate and have fun with her brother. Although she can't talk, this little girl understands everything, and has plenty to say, and lots of ideas. Through body language, drawing pictures, making gestures or using flash cards, she is able to contribute to their life together. Her brother and granny are able to understand her whether she needs help or is helping them! 'This is a celebration of diversity and neurodiversity, but also quite simply a lovely picture book to share with any child.'Booktrust 'Rose has created an enormously empathetic story that she conveys with subtle humour and a sense of respect for the siblings she portrays inTalking Is Not My Thing.'Red Reading Hub Teachers' notes available here Full Product DetailsAuthor: Rose Robbins , Rose RobbinsPublisher: Scallywag Press Imprint: Scallywag Press Dimensions: Width: 24.50cm , Height: 0.40cm , Length: 27.00cm ISBN: 9781912650590ISBN 10: 1912650592 Pages: 32 Publication Date: 04 March 2021 Audience: Children/juvenile , Preschool (0-5) Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsReviews'This is a celebration of diversity and neurodiversity, but also quite simply a lovely picture book to share with any child.' Booktrust;'Talking Is Not My Thing is told by an autistic girl who is non-verbal. She communicates with her brother through body language, drawing, gestures...It gently shows us how rhythm and routine are important to her' Juno Magazine;'A must-buy...While acknowledging the challenges the girl faces in her daily life, Rose Robbins' story is sensitively told and always positive, her heroine fully involved and finding lots of ways to have fun; the bold, bright illustrations further reinforce the admirable message of inclusivity.' Teach Early Years;'This simple yet mesmerising book reminds us that every child is different and that's okay.' Absolutely Mama Magazine;'Rose has created an enormously empathetic story that she conveys with subtle humour and a sense of respect for the siblings she portrays' Red Reading Hub;'Full of bold, bright and lively artwork, this beautiful, sensitively created book' Lancashire Evening Post Author InformationAuthor Website: http://www.roserobbins.co.ukRose Robbins is based in Nottingham, UK. She is a young ambassador for Inclusive Minds, and has gained a reputation for creating upbeat books about disability. Rose's brother is autistic, and she teaches autistic young people. Tab Content 6Author Website: http://www.roserobbins.co.ukCountries AvailableAll regions |