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Uniquely Wired: A Story About Autism and Its Gifts
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About Uniquely Wired: A Story About Autism And Its Gifts
Product Description Winner of Learning Magazine 2019 Teachers’ ChoiceSM Award for Children's Books. Some people say I have a disability. I don't see it that way at all. I am Uniquely Wired. This is the heartwarming and illuminating story of Zak, a young boy living with autism who wants you to understand how he experiences the sights and sounds of the world around him. Zak knows he's not quite like his siblings and classmates. Bright lights and big crowds send him into a freak-out mode. Hugs make him uncomfortable, too. His atypical behaviors, from flapping his arms to spinning his body, seem so out of place. But for Zak, that's just how he copes. Despite some peculiar behaviors, Zak's desires and disappointments are as ordinary as any child's. He loves watches; he hates being excluded. As Zak embraces life the only way he knows how, he teaches those around him important lessons about fairness, patience, curiosity and independence. From the pen of award-winning author Julia Cook, Uniquely Wired is written for K through 6 students and all those who live, work, play or go to school with children on the autism spectrum or those who have other special needs. Tips for understanding children who are Uniquely Wired are included in the storybook. 31 pgs. Published by Boys Town Press ISBN: 978-1-944882-19-8 Review I think this should be mandatory reading for anyone who deals with kids with Autism and families of kids with Autism. . . Great resources that teachers should have in their classroom to teach acceptance and differences. --Maria's Space Blog This is probably one of the better books I have read to help children understand other children on the Autism Spectrum. It says that spectrum are uniquely wired and do things with a purpose we may not understand. Such as heavy focus on one thing like watches or trains. The need for headphones, or why sounds hurt, etc. One thing I liked at first but was annoyed with by the end were the lessons that Zac teaches us. To be patient, to look at things from a different perspective. What annoys me is the Thank you Zac. It gets repetitive. It works, and I think every library, and probably school should have a copy of this book. --Ryan Franklin, Librarian Instead of depicting autism as a disadvantage, Cook portrays Zak as having many gifts to share due to his uniquely wired brain. Zak has many features that are typical of people with autism, including avoiding eye contact, rapid body movements, an incredible memory, deep passions (trains, watches), and a tendency to repeat phrases. The people in his life, from siblings to teachers, support him and thank him for the patience he teaches them. In creating a positive context around autism and highlighting Zak s similarities and differences, neurotypical students can gain a new perspective. DuFalla s bright cartoon pictures match the upbeat tone of the text and will engage readers. A list of tips for understanding children who are uniquely wired is also included. VERDICT A helpful tool for teachers and parents to help foster empathy and understanding among students. --Kathryn Justus, Renbrook School, West Hartford, CT. April/May 2018 School Library Journal About the Author Julia Cook, a former educator and school counselor, has written many books for children, including the popular I Just Don t Like the Sound of No!, Making Friends Is an Art! and That Rule Doesn't Apply to Me! Among her many awards, Julia has received the Association for Educational Publishers Distinguished Achievement Award, and her books have been honored by The National Parenting Center and Mom s Choice Awards.
