Nathan's Autism Spectrum Superpowers (One Three Nine Inspired)

This book explains autism from a strengths based perspective which is vital. It is the best kids book on autism I’ve found and I’ve looked at a lot. It also gives tips for kids that aren’t autistic as to how they can help their autistic classmates or friends! Love this book!!

I’m giving this 5 stars because my recently turned 3-year-old son with mild to moderate ASD loves it. I’ll admit that I was skeptical when I looked at the pages initially before reading it to him (he was 2 at the time). The pages do have a lot of information, and the paragraphs on some pages are long; however, it’s not substantially different from Dragons love Tacos (which my son also loves).He is in speech 5 days a week and has only begun acquiring some language in the last few months, but “superpowers” is a word that he uses proactively to say he wants to read this book. He also likes to sit alone in his teepee and look at it.As with all books, I think you have to gauge your kid’s level of interest and adjust how you use the book. You don’t have to read every word on every page, and many of the pages are written such that you can read 1-2 sentences. I like it because it introduces tools and language that we can use with him in everyday life that he remembers from the book, so he is more receptive.

My son thinks like scientist in this book was a great fit from the perspective of a peer. It’s a long read, so I don’t think that it would be good for younger kids. For my eight year old who was recently diagnosed, he took to this well. It does a great job of explaining things and making them sound special. I highly recommend for anyone looking for a book from a kids perspective with explanation and tools to help.

Loves that there was a very detailed explanation of Nathan's ASD characteristics and put a very positive spin on it. Our Autistic son is 7 years old, and though younger than the child who this story was about it was worded in a way even he could understand. It was great to see our son was able to identify his own ASD characteristics, and instead of feeling down about his condition was able to finally see it in the positive way we, his parents, had already felt. Seeing this through the eyes of another Autistic child was very beneficial. I do wish that the font was able to expand when reading on a cell phone though as it was very tiny and difficult to read at times. Otherwise a tremendous book for your little one, and was also an amazing tool to help his older siblings better understand ASD and not only the challenges our youngest son faces, but, also help get a glimpse into the mind and see the positives as well. Great read for the entire family.

We have a family with multiple people on the spectrum. It’s perfect for letting the kids know although they all have the same diagnosis they are special in their own ways. It also helps them look at autism in a positive light. Looking at the “able” not the label. The only negative is it’s a little long so it took a couple reads to read it all the way through, but it’s worth it because it gives great details and helpful hints. Absolutely love it.

When we introduced our (almost) 6 year old to his autism, we used this book and family superhero shirts (the body of the batman symbol is a puzzle piece). This is a picture of us after we read through the book for the first time. You'll see our son holding a framed poster of a Bible verse, which was the last page of the book.There were some big words, but he really enjoyed the book. Our 8 year old clearly understood the book and really liked the "helpful hints for friends" sections at the end of each page. Our biggest issue was that one of the pages talks about taking things literally, and yet another page introduced his metaphorical tool box that was stocked with a "Plan A," but not a "Plan B." He had a lot of trouble grasping that concept. Everything else in the book was clearly understood. It's not a one-time story/conversation to have with him. I appreciate that the book was a little over his comprehension level so that he can keep reading it and keep talking about it as he grows. In the meantime, he proudly wears his autism superhero shirt while hugging this book. He took it to school and his teacher read the book to his entire class. It was very empowering tool him!

This is the best book to help your autistic child understand his/her special super powers and all those involved with them on how to help them! It details each aspect of his/her super power, ie: like "super sniffer." It explains why he/she may be repelled or seek certain smells. Then there's a little box at the bottom for friends (or family) on how they can help their friend if he/she is overwhelmed by their super sniffer. Another great tool is the Over-reaction chart! It helps your autistic child by explaining that they may be exhibiting a level 5 reaction of "Total emergency- you can freak out" and it needs to be a 2 "Unexpected situation- bummer- not a big deal." Can I tell you what a lifesaver this has been?! Wherever we are I can help my son react properly to any situation by using this chart. It's in his classroom and SPED class as well! An absolute must have book.

Wonderfully executed and beautifully illustrated. As a licensed professional counselor I am overjoyed to find such a resource that can be used for teaching children, families, and communities about ASD. I love the strength-based approach that this book takes on and the uplifting scripture that emphasizes the heart behind the creation of this book. As children’s ministry teacher and family member to some amazing individuals who have ASD I am grateful for a book that further illustrates how all children are fearfully and wonderfully made. Thank you and God bless the future works that are to come and will no doubt have a positive impact on others. Steph D. H. Evans, LPC-MHSP

We have a 7y old Aspie Nathan! This is amazing, Our Nathan is over the moon searching and learning about another Nathan, just like him, all the way to the other side of the ocean in Texas!! !We live in Portugal. I’m in tears ! myself family brothers the school teachers,all in wow with this wonderful wonderful finding!How magical, specially finding a book with his name! I’m just awwwwwwww thank you

This book is awesome! It explains autism's unique attributes as superpowers!! It gives hints and tips for others to understand better and help out. Seriously amazing book!!! Will you write more??? PLEASE!!!!!!!

My son loves reading this book herecognises himself in it

The illustrations of the book are beautiful. We had fun and educational reading!

Really good book with lovely illustrations. My son and I read it together, it explains autism very well. Great tips as well for siblings and friends to help someone who is autistic.