Publication of work on 14 th March 2025 by Tessa Robinson
Books have the capacity of involving the imagination and building self confidence and making children and teenagers understand the surrounding world. That is why it does not matter whether you are learning about neurodiversity, embracing differences, or expressing yourself, a book can make a considerable difference.
The list of the best books that we will share in this guide covers some of the finest works by authors who deeply care about those who are reading their books and on whom they influence with their books. Speechless, unifying voyages, and rising stories of being whoever you want to be, you need to make sure that you read through these books, as they are perfect to read to the family, to the children as educators, or by the children on their own.
My Awesome Autism and the Ready Eddie Go! Book Collection
In 2019, Nikki Saunders wrote ‘My Awesome Autism’ for her son Tyler as he wanted to explore his autism diagnosis. Nikki created an autistic character named Eddie, after his Great Grandfather! Tyler’s reaction to the book and Eddie was so beautiful that she went on to write more Eddie books which lead on to create ‘Ready Eddie Go’ TV series on Sky Kids!
The Ready Eddie GO! books developed from the Ready Eddie Go! animated TV show takes the young reader through day to day experiences that an autistic child may find challenging providing gentle and supportive strategies! With new experiences such as ‘Eddie’s First Haircut’ to ‘The Birthday Party ‘and ‘Painting’ each book uses clear structure as well as visuals to help readers understand the story and identify strategies that may help when faced with similar experiences to Eddie.
The series includes:
- Eddie’s New Haircut – It’s time for a haircut! How will you travel to the hairdressers or might they visit you at home? What tools might they use? Enjoy the fun, interactive pages to help you learn what to expect and how you might be feeling.
- Painting – Let’s get creative with Eddie! In this workbook you can practice your shapes, mark making and ziggy zaggy lines! Everyone’s art is unique, different and special!
- The Birthday Party – It’s party time! Each birthday party is very different. Explore what to do if it feels too noisy and some of the emotions you might feel. Design your ideal cake too!
- Dressing Up – Some people love to dress up, others may not and that is okay! In this book we explore the sensory items, learn what dressing up means and why some people might want to dress up.
- Boardgames – Learn about winning and losing with Eddie! This book helps us learn about friendship and what it feels like to wait for your turn.
Explore and Watch Imaginations Soar with Sophie Says
With the world becoming more emotionally intelligent and resilient than at any time in history, as author ESTHER Marshall brings a series of books introducing life lessons in a fun interactive way to kids. Esther presents relatable characters and warm stories where her books, such as I Can, I Will, Be Proud of Who You Are, and It is Okay Not to be Okay, help children aged 2-8 understand their feelings and boost their confidence and positive mental health. Every book is hand-made with love using a deeply personal experience of Esther as she helped her sister through mental health issues. Esther is a former child who knows about the problems that young people encounter today and has one goal in mind her books are aimed at giving them the necessary tools to succeed in their future.
It is not only the light-hearted songs that only entertain but help impart some relevant life lessons including the power of perseverance, self-acceptance and emotional health. The relatable characters will comfort children and give them inspirational examples as they learn to follow their gut feelings and get through their downs and ups. Not only that, the interactive on-every-page-the-bunny-hides aspect of the books brings a vein of fun in them, which helps the learner experience the lessons of each book. Parents can be grateful to the thoughtful messages that authors incorporate into each story, so these books can be an excellent tool to raise important conversations about feelings and mental health in the families.
By picking the books by Esther, you give your child not only an entertaining reading opportunity, but also invest in his/her ability to empathize and succeed later in life. Explore the story with Esther as she is on a mission to ensure children thrive and see how your children learn the power of belief and mental health awareness. Give your child the necessary confidence and strength to face the world- order your copies today!
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Watch and join into the Sophie Says It’s Okay Not To Be Okay Song here: youtu.be/AjEZRc0dyiQ?
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Mama G – Oh Yes I Am!
Mama G is a storytelling panto dame who shares stories, with children and their families, about being who you want and loving who you are. This work has taken her all over the UK, through to the Britain’s Got Talent semi-finals, and led to her being described in the Metro as “everyone’s favourite pantomime dame.”
She firmly believes that panto can educate as well as entertain, and can help everyone believe in the power of being themselves. This, combined with her love of panto, resulted in Graffeg publishing her first picture Oh Yes I Am! in 2024. The book offers a gently encouraging mantra, as Bobby discovers the grey world he lives in becomes more colourful when he’s confident being the fabulous person he is. How does he learn this? A fabulous pantomime dame of course – in much the same way that Mama G has inspired 1000s of children in the last 7 years! It’s almost autobiographical!
Anyone who has already seen Mama G reading the book at places such as the Cheltenham Literature Festival or the West End’s Boulevard Theatre will know that it is accompanied by an uplifting album, featuring songs by Holly Mallett who plays Moxy on CBBC’s Andy and the Oddsocks. It is fantastic, and gives the book an added dimension!
It is very likely you can see Mama G reading the book in one of the libraries, theatres/festivals/museums in your area. To find out not to miss this, follow Mama G on socials and be updated!
Buy the book: Graffeg, bookshop.org, Waterstones, Foyles
Listen to the album: Spotify, Amazon Music, iTunes
Follow Mama G on the socials: Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube
A children’s book to educate all children about “autism” from mainstream to SEND settings in schools and help young children and families understand the differences we all have.
This book is based on real life events, written in a rhymnic style and illustrated in bright colours to entice young readers.
Warm, funny and a friendly take on children who are neurodivergent.
As many schools and families experience autism this book is a brilliant introduction to understanding and accepting autism.
This book is based on my son Tommy who was diagnosed with autism and global delay in 2021 which was my inspiration to write this book.
Instagram: @childrensauthorsammyhingley
From a young age I felt like I was living in a world where I felt misunderstood. It was sad and terrified. I do not ever want any child/youth to feel the way I did. Different is beautiful, and I want to make children understand that they do not need their differences to interfere with their way towards achieving great things. I want them to feel less lonely, and understood. Everything that I wanted when I was young. So I hope my books do just that.
So far I have a book on emotions, autism and ADHD. I hope to write and create more in the future.
Writing has saved my life. I hope to share my voice to the world.
From a girl who felt misunderstood to a girl helping others to understand themselves better.