  | Too sticky! : sensory issues with autism Author: Malia, Jen | |
| Price: $22.38 | ||
Summary:
With help from her family and teacher, Holly overcomes her dislike of having sticky hands to participate in a science experiment. Includes author's note about living with autism and sensory issues and a recipe for making slime.
| Illustrator: | Lew-Vriethoff, Joanne |
Reviews:
Kirkus Reviews (02/01/20)
Booklist (03/01/20)
Full Text Reviews:
Booklist - 03/01/2020 Holly doesn’t like touching sticky things, so she’s nervous about today’s classroom activity: making slime. Her parents explain the issue to her teacher, and with a little support and encouragement, Holly completes the project and learns that slime isn’t so bad after all. What the text doesn’t say—although the subtitle does—is that Holly is autistic, which means she has certain sensory and communication challenges: loud noises bother her, eye contact is uncomfortable, and the thought of sticky hands causes stress. Malia, writing from an #OwnVoices perspective, illustrates how an autistic child can coexist with neurotypical children, address her personal difficulties, and—thanks to a supportive environment—thrive. Not only is Holly capable but she’s also intelligent; as she finds ways to cope, she’s able to explain the science to her classmates. Perhaps most important, the story centers on a neurodiverse girl, giving a mirror to countless children and helping neurotypical readers see things from a different yet relatable point of view. A heartfelt author’s note adds a personal touch plus further information on autism spectrum disorder. - Copyright 2020 Booklist.
