I am first and foremost a child -- My sensory perceptions are disordered -- Distinguish between won't and can't -- I am a concrete thinker. I interpret language literally -- Be patient with my limited vocabulary -- Because language is so difficult for me, I am very visually oriented -- Focus and build on what I can do rather than what I can't do -- Help me with social interactions -- Identify what triggers my meltdowns -- Love me unconditionally.

Every parent, teacher, social worker, therapist, and physician should have this succinct and informative book in their back pocket. Framed with both humor and compassion, the book defines the top ten characteristics that illuminare the minds and hearts of children with autism.