My Brother Kevin Has Autism

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Summary: Light verse that contains a wealth of meaning
Review: From anyone's perspective, living with autism can be quite a challenge. Simple chores become a test of endurance for the autistic child who cannot endear the sound of a vacuum cleaner. A trip across town on a new street becomes a test of endurance for the autistic child who clings to routine for salivation from a chaotic world. Parents and siblings who live with the autistic child likewise face these challenges, often baffled at the autistic's child's reactions to a world they perceive as ordinary.

Author Richard Carlson lends his talented pen to a book of verse for young people in MY BROTHER KEVIN HAS AUTISM, capturing these challenges in a straightforward yet lovingly gentle tone that readers of all ages will appreciate. Autistic younger brother Kevin adds his illustrations, proving with each one the beauty of his gifts and the lessons he can teach us all. A must read for anyone who knows someone with autism or simply seeks understanding. Highly recommended.

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Summary: Jules Ofori
Review: I loved this book. My sister is now 34 and this was a great book to remind me of what it was like when we were kids. I wouldn't suggest this for young children, but for those 10 and older. My kids loved when I read it to them because they see their aunt in many situations. It is a great way to teach middle school age kids about autism in a fun way. The poetry and photos were wonderful!

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Summary: "A Book About Me"
Review: This book about me, Kevin Carlson. Some people think i'm weird and i think that's mean. I have autism. I want people understand me and know what is like to have autism. I feel embarrassed when that people think i'm weird. I want kids think about me in my life. I'm a good artist. I drew opossum, starfish, power poles, and other things. My brother Richard paid me for illustrating the book. I buy a music CD for me. I hope people like my book. I like pizza, hamburger, fried shrimp, spaghetti, fruit punch and citrus punch.

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Summary: My Brother Kevin Has Autism
Review: This poetry book explains Autism in a way that made sense to me. I also
really enjoyed the poetry and OH, the
drawings were GREAT! I feel that this book is important because it would
help people understand those who
have Autism and then they would know how to make them happy. I really
like the way Mr. Carlson writes. I
think all kids should read this book and I plan to tell all my friends about it...