Neurodiversity in Children’s Literature

Children’s author Sally J. Pla shares empowering books that center autistic and neurodivergent kids, plus tips for choosing inclusive, authentic stories.

Looking for children’s books that go beyond stereotypes and truly reflect the experiences of autistic and neurodivergent kids? In this heartfelt session, San Diego author and advocate Sally J. Pla shares how stories can help children build resilience, process emotions, and see themselves as heroes. From picture books to middle grade novels and young adult fiction, she offers a curated list of inclusive titles—plus tips on how to spot books that empower rather than other.

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