{"product_id":"my-friend-mikey-a-story-about-autism-kindness-and-friendship-9798995007630","title":"My Friend Mikey: A Story about Autism, Kindness, and Friendship","description":"\u003cp\u003e • Author(s): Clarissa Hyneman\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher: Clarissa Hyneman\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher Imprint: Clarissa Hyneman\u003cbr\u003e • BISAC: Social Themes - Emotions \u0026amp; Feelings\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMy Friend Mikey: A Story About Autism, Kindness, and Friendship\u003c\/strong\u003e is a heartwarming children's book that helps young readers understand autism through the power of friendship.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTold from the perspective of Pete, this story follows his best friend Mikey, who experiences the world in a different way. From loud sounds and sensory overwhelm to communication challenges, Pete learns simple, meaningful ways to support his friend with patience, kindness, and care.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThrough relatable, everyday moments, children will learn how to: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBe kind and inclusive to friends with autism\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnderstand sensory sensitivities like loud noises\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePractice patience when a friend communicates differently\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupport others using calming strategies like deep breathing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRespect differences and build strong friendships\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis engaging story introduces important social-emotional learning (SEL) skills in a way that is easy for young children to understand and apply in everyday life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerfect for ages 4-8, this book is ideal for preschool through 2nd grade classrooms, as well as parents, teachers, and counselors who want to support autism awareness and inclusion.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether read at home or in the classroom, \u003cem\u003eMy Friend Mikey\u003c\/em\u003e encourages children to be compassionate, patient, and accepting-because everyone deserves a friend who understands them.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Clarissa Hyneman","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":47969528479895,"sku":"9798995007630","price":1023.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/3471\/1191\/files\/9798995007630.webp?v=1782922211","url":"https:\/\/atlanticbooks.com\/products\/my-friend-mikey-a-story-about-autism-kindness-and-friendship-9798995007630","provider":"Atlantic Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}