In My Mind: Through the Eyes of Autism by Adonya Wong

In my mind, I see many colors, bright like a rainbow, shooting about like comets in a night sky. Take a closer look What do you see? In My Mind, by Adonya Wong, explores the inner world of an autistic childthe world that no one else can see. From exciting adventures to silly games and conversations with friends, look closely and see how a child with autism sees the worldand how the world sees him.

In My Mind: Through the Eyes of Autism by Adonya Wong

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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 9-12
  
• Paperback: 28 pages
• Publisher: Tate Publishing (January 6, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1606966014
• ISBN-13: 978-1606966013

When I learned he had autism, I was taken aback. Like most parents, I was not prepared to hear those words. I wasn’t prepared to hear that there was “something wrong with him”. That’s how I saw autism… in those early months. I saw it as a bad thing. Plus, it didn’t help matters when I told my family, and they denied the diagnosis. To them, there was nothing awry, and he just needed to “around other kids his own age”. I’m thankful, however, for my friends. Their unwavering support has helped me so much during this journey. In addition, I changed my views about autism, and life has been happier ever since.

The best advice I can offer new families is to seek out support. You’ll quickly discover who your true friends are as well as how supportive your family is. Seek out parent groups, and if there isn’t one close by… ORGANIZE one yourself. There’s no greater feeling than being around other parents who understand your life, who want to offer useful advice, and who will not hesitate to offer a kind and supportive listening ear. Or even a shoulder for those days when you just want to cry.

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In My Mind: Through the Eyes of Autism by Adonya Wong