My Autism and Me

Help your child understand autism, recognise their strengths, and feel proud of who they are.

My Autism and Me: A Positive Picture Book to Help Children Understand Autism and Their Unique Strengths is a warm, reassuring and child-friendly picture book designed to help children understand what being autistic can mean for them in everyday life.

Using simple language, colourful illustrations and relatable situations, this book gently explores experiences that many autistic children may recognise, including routines, changes, sensory sensitivities, loud noises, overwhelming environments, communication, emotions and the need for quiet time.

But this isn't only a book about challenges. It also celebrates the strengths, interests, abilities and individuality of autistic children, helping children understand that their brain may experience the world differently—and that being different is something they can understand, embrace and celebrate.

Throughout the book, children are reassured that it is okay to need help, ask for space, communicate differently and rely on supportive adults.

Inside, children will explore:

• What autism can mean in simple, child-friendly language

• Why routines can feel safe and changes can sometimes be difficult

• Sensory differences involving sounds, lights, smells, touch and busy environments

• Overwhelm and why taking a quiet break can help

• Different ways of communicating thoughts, needs and feelings

• Special interests and the happiness they can bring

• Positive autistic strengths and abilities

• How parents, carers and other trusted adults can provide support

• Why every child deserves to feel accepted, understood and valued

• How to develop a positive sense of identity and feel proud of who they are

The book also includes a dedicated note for parents and carers, with simple prompts to encourage conversations and help children connect the story to their own experiences.

Written by Maggie Tatfontu, a Social Work Practitioner with extensive experience supporting children and families, My Autism and Me was created to give families a gentle starting point for conversations about autism.

Perfect for parents, carers, teachers, social workers, foster carers, schools and professionals supporting autistic children, particularly when helping a child begin to understand an autism diagnosis.

A gentle message runs through every page:

I am not bad. I am not broken. I am me. My brain works in its own way.

A positive and reassuring autism picture book that helps children move from “What does autism mean?” towards “This is who I am, and I can be proud of me.”