We’re Amazing 1, 2, 3!
Help kids celebrate their similarities and differences with this autism-friendly storybook.
Use this autism-friendly storybook to engage all children:
- Tell kids they’re going to meet someone special: Elmo’s autistic friend Julia.
- Read the storybook together—as many times as you like! Talk about what kids find interesting, and answer their questions.
- Begin a conversation about understanding someone who is different. Ask, “What are some things about Julia that Abby doesn’t understand?” Like, why she doesn’t answer when Abby says hi, why she doesn’t look at Abby when she speaks, and so on. Then ask, “How does Elmo help Abby understand?” He tells her that Julia finds it hard to talk while swinging, he explains that he sometimes talks slowly to Julia and repeats what he says several times, and so on.
- Encourage children to act out what they do when they are excited, or how they show they are worried.
Julia and Rose – Best Friends Fur-Ever
When Sesame Street's Julia has an idea, she sees it through… with a little help from her family. This social storybook for autistic children models what’s possible!
Amazing to Me
When Julia and her family do a special art activity together, Julia finds a way to add her own amazing touch!
Make a Pinch Pot!
Simple craft instructions to help your family make pinch pots from homemade dough together.
Sharing Amazing
An adult-child coloring page to spark ideas and connection.
Coming Together Playlist
This curated playlist is perfect for helping children explore friendships, celebrate differences, and build a better future.
Exploring the Amazing in Autistic Children: A Conversation with Camille Proctor, Founder of The Color of Autism Foundation
An article to help parents discover and support their autistic child’s unique perspective and personality
Creative, Talented, Amazing: A Conversation with Anna Wang, Co-founder of FCSN, about fostering autistic children’s talents
An article to help parents foster creative exploration and expression in their autistic child.
