Talking is not my Thing by Rose Robbins
The autistic sister in this sibling pair is non verbal, but she finds plenty of ways to communicate and have fun with her brother. Although she can't talk, this little girl understands everything, and has plenty to say, and lots of ideas. Through body language, drawing pictures, making gestures or using flash cards, she is able to contribute to their life together. Her brother and granny are able to understand her whether she needs help or is helping them!
'This is a celebration of diversity and neurodiversity, but also quite simply a lovely picture book to share with any child' Booktrust;'Talking Is Not My Thing is told by an autistic girl who is non-verbal. She communicates with her brother through body language, drawing, gestures...It gently shows us how rhythm and routine are important to her' Juno Magazine;'A must-buy...While acknowledging the challenges the girl faces in her daily life, Rose Robbins' story is sensitively told and always positive, her heroine fully involved and finding lots of ways to have fun; the bold, bright illustrations further reinforce the admirable message of inclusivity.' Teach Early Years;'This simple yet mesmerising book reminds us that every child is different and that's okay.' Absolutely Mama Magazine;'Rose has created an enormously empathetic story that she conveys with subtle humour and a sense of respect for the siblings she portrays' Red Reading Hub;'Full of bold, bright and lively artwork, this beautiful, sensitively created book' Lancashire Evening Post
Rose Robbins is based in Nottingham, UK. She was awarded `Best New Blood' at the D&AD graduate fair in 2012, was runner up in the Carmelite Prize in 2017, and was selected for the Cheltenham awards for illustration in 2017. Rose has been published previously in Mexico and in various international anthologies. She also makes sculptures, soft toys, music videos and lino-prints.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9781912650224 |
| ISBN 10 | 1912650223 |
| Title | Talking is not my Thing |
| Author | Rose Robbins |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Scallywag Press |
| Year published | 2020-02-01 |
| Number of pages | 32 |
| Prizes | Winner of Best New Blood at D&AD graduate fair 2012, Runner-up for Carmelite Prize 2017 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
| Note | Unavailable |