Autism

Inclusive children's book cover for Autism: A New Friend by Evelyne Perez, illustrated by Fatima Abbas. Features two smiling boys—one with open arms and a dinosaur shirt—standing beside a friendly cartoon dinosaur in a grassy field. The playful scene promotes acceptance, friendship, and autism awareness through vibrant, kid-friendly illustrations.

Autism

A New Friend

Authors & Illustrator

Author:

Evelyne
Perez
Second Place Book Award

Second Place Award

Fiction - Children's - Diversity & Multicultural

Description

Meet Mateo, the rad kid with a one-of-a-kind view of the world! Mateo rocks autism spectrum disorder (ASD), adding a splash of uniqueness to his communication and social skills. Lucky for him, he’s got Aaron, his trusty sidekick! Their friendship is a heartwarming tale of patience, kindness, and plenty of high-fives. Aaron’s journey with Mateo opened his eyes to the diverse world of autism, while Mateo found a true pal in Aaron, who’s all about acceptance and love.