Understanding Autism Together: A Comprehensive, Positive Approach to Telling a Child About Their Autism Diagnosis is a one of a kind product that assists parents and caregivers as they tell their child they are Autistic. 
 
This product is neurodiversity-affirming and shares information about Autism and neurodiversity in a positive manner. It's designed to support you and your family as you navigate your own emotions and biases about Autism, and ultimately your Autistic child as they learn to better understand and accept themselves for who they are. 
 
This downloadable PDF covers the whys, whens, and hows to go about telling your child they are Autistic. For Children, it includes illustrated stories and comics for kids ages 3-17 featuring Autsitic characters, first sharing their own experiences with Autism and ultimately sharing with the reader that they, too, are Autistic. 
 
This product is a digital, 64 page PDF and includes the following topics:
 
Dear Caregiver
What is Autism?
Guide Glossary
WHY Should I Tell My Child They Are Autistic? (2 Pages)
WHEN Should I Tell My Child They Are Autistic?
Caregiver Considerations
Caregiver Counseling
Inclusive Vocabulary
Reframing Thoughts
Navigating the Autism Conversation
Autism Stories Introduction
Meet Kai (9 Pages)
Meet Quinn (9 Pages)
Meet Hayden (9 Pages)
Meet Ash (7 Pages)
Script for Teens (2 Pages)
Personalize the Conversation
Communication Differences
Socialization Differences
Differences in Interests & Routines
Sensory Differences
What Makes ME Autistic Worksheet (2 Pages)
My Autistic Brain Worksheet
About the Authors
Sources/References
 
Terms of Use: This produce is for single use and not to be shared with anyone outside of your immediate family. You can print this product, both personally and professionally (if you wish to have it bound), but you cannot share with others. If you love this product and would like to share, please send them a link to purchase, OR upgrade to a license that allows you to print and share with others.
 
When you purchase, you will have a link to download that will work for 30 days. Please download immediately after purchase and save to your computer so you don't forget! If you miss the 30 day window, do not purchase again - email me at mrsspeechiep@gmail.com and I will resend the link.