American Library Association honors autism books for kids

Posted by Beth Finke on March 20th, 2009

Two children’s books about autism are included on a new American Library Association list of “outstanding books that portray emotional, mental, or physical disability experiences.” Here’s how the American Library Association describes the two books about autism on the list:
Choldenko, Gennifer. Al Capone Does My Shirts. Putnam’s Sons, 2004.
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A last-minute look at the candidates

Posted by Beth Finke on October 31st, 2008

Five days until the election. If you are still undecided, here are some links to information on each presidential candidate’s view on autism and other disability issues.

The Autism Society of America (ASA) website features a presidential election resources page with full statements by Republican Sen. John McCain and Democratic Sen. Barack Obama.

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