Autism Acceptance Month, observed each April, has evolved from an awareness month to a time to celebrate and learn about neurodiversity and the richness that our autistic friends and family members bring to our communities. This month-long observance is an opportunity to learn about what autism is and how it contributes to the diversity of humankind.
Explore Stories of Autism
Autism currently affects around 1 in 31 people of all ages and demographics. Autistic people have distinct ways of communicating, relating to others and experiencing the world, but at the same time, every autistic person is unique. To learn more about autism, pick up a book by or about autistic people and their experiences. Explore these titles for all ages and abilities:
A guide to navigating a new autism diagnosis for young adults and teens.
A vibrant picture book exploring a family’s way of communicating with their nonverbal autistic son.
Explores the implications of autistic “masking” in a neurotypical world and how autistic people can live a more authentic life.
A brother’s rotten day sweetens up with the help of his autistic younger brother.
How to Find A Four-leaf Clover
Investigates autism and social behavior, drawing from the author’s career in counseling.
A middle grade novel following an autistic teenager’s experiences with friendship and identity on a school trip to Barcelona.
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