Puffin A Different Sort of Normal - True Story of Growing Up Autistic | Paperback | Ages 9-12

Discover the award-winning, true story of Abigail Balfe's journey growing up autistic and undiagnosed. This book offers an honest, authentic look at neurodiversity, self-discovery, and embracing who you are, making it a vital read for both children and adults navigating a world often built for neurotypical brains.

• Award-winning true story detailing the experience of growing up autistic.
• Explores themes of neurodiversity, self-discovery, and social challenges.
• Includes VERY IMPORTANT FACTS about autistic traits, sensory sensitivities, bullying, masking, puberty, and more.
• Features VERY PERSONAL STORIES covering embarrassing and often hilarious moments from childhood and adulthood.
• Provides TIPS for supporting neurodivergent individuals and advocating for personal needs.
• Shortlisted for CHILDREN'S NON-FICTION BOOK OF THE YEAR at The British Book Awards.
• Longlisted for the BLUE PETER BOOK AWARDS BEST BOOK WITH FACTS.
• Named OBSERVER CHILDREN'S BOOK OF THE MONTH.

This paperback book chronicles Abigail's life from childhood through her thirties when she discovered her neurodivergence, detailing her navigation of confusing social situations and her path to self-understanding.

• Author/Illustrator: Abigail Balfe
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Publication Date: 22 July 2021
• Reading Age: 9 - 12 years (as rated by customers)
• Print Length: 240 pages
• Dimensions: 154 x 20 x 230mm (15.4 x 2 x 23 cm)
• Weight: 438g
• ISBN 13: 978-0241508794
• EAN: 9780241508794
• Data di uscita: 22.07.2021

This beautifully illustrated book is an essential read for anyone who has ever felt different, offering empathy, insight, and a celebration of neurodivergence.