{"product_id":"zak-makes-new-friends-story-book-about-autism","title":"Zak Makes New Friends! Story Book about Autism","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZak Makes New Friends\u003c\/strong\u003e is a heart-centred illustrated storybook that helps children explore friendship, confidence and connection through the eyes of Zak, a young character on the autism spectrum. Written in an engaging, accessible style, this book supports conversations about social interaction, differences and strengths in a way that is easy for young readers to understand and relate to.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat can it be used for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupporting conversations about friendship and social confidence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExploring autism and neurodiversity in an accessible way\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassroom story time or small group reading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFamily reading to build empathy and understanding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTherapy sessions focused on social interaction and self-confidence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngaging, child-friendly narrative with relatable school and social situations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColourful illustrations throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePositive representation of autism and individual strengths\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReinforces empathy, acceptance and confidence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned to be accessible for young readers and listeners alike\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy this book matters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNormalises different ways of relating and socialising\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEncourages empathy between peers and siblings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports self-confidence in children who see themselves in Zak’s story\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUseful resource for inclusive settings, classrooms and home reading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSchool \/ Carer \/ OT Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZak Makes New Friends is a helpful tool for building social understanding and confidence in young learners. Teachers and carers can use the story to start meaningful conversations about friendship, difference and inclusion in both classroom and home settings. Its accessible style and positive tone make it suitable for early years through lower primary age groups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReading tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRead together and pause to talk about how Zak feels and why\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse as an opening to discuss ways to welcome and include others\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep it in the classroom or family reading corner as a reference for inclusive play\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSensory \u0026amp; Needs Supported\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSocial understanding\u003c\/strong\u003e (friendship, perspective taking)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEmotional literacy\u003c\/strong\u003e (recognising and expressing feelings)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNeurodiversity education\u003c\/strong\u003e and inclusion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note: Clearance items are non-returnable unless faulty.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Play Doctors","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40559797174295,"sku":"PDB005","price":3.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/8110\/5700\/products\/zak-makes-new-friends-story-book-about-autism-751993.jpg?v=1682721602","url":"https:\/\/www.fledglings.org.uk\/pl\/products\/zak-makes-new-friends-story-book-about-autism","provider":"Fledglings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}