English
Original language edition
Amharic
Ye Alem Mebratoch
Afaan Oromo
Indigenous language edition
Tigrinya
East African language edition
Award-winning children’s books by Makida Arshi, including “Shining As I Am” and “Uniquely You Are Beautiful.” Helping children understand autism, differences, and self-acceptance.
Shining As I Am is a heartfelt story that helps children understand autism through the eyes of a young child who experiences the world in a unique way. With gentle words and colorful illustrations, this book explores the beauty of differences, teaching patience, acceptance, and empathy.
Told from the perspective of a young autistic boy named Adam, readers follow his journey from birth through childhood as he navigates milestones, struggles, and joys with the love and support of his family.
Perfect for children, parents, and educators, this book fosters a deeper understanding of what it means to embrace differences and to be kind and supportive.
Everything you need to know about this book
Hardcover | 38 pages | Ages 4 – 14
979-8987088241
Makda’s Glow
Siddhant Jumde
How this book has touched families and classrooms
“My son pointed to Adam and said, ‘Like me, Mama.’ That moment was priceless. He’d never had words for himself before.”.
Mother and educator, Alexandria, VA
“I read this to my third graders and one girl said, ‘So he’s not weird, he just sees things differently.’ That’s the moment every teacher hopes for.”
Elementary teacher, Des Moines, IA
“As an immigrant father navigating a new country with a son on the spectrum, this book became the bridge between my old world and my new one.”
Father, San Jose, CA
“As an immigrant father navigating a new country with a son on the spectrum, this book became the bridge between my old world and my new one.”
Father, San Jose, CA
“As an immigrant father navigating a new country with a son on the spectrum, this book became the bridge between my old world and my new one.”
Father, San Jose, CA
This group of friends is different. They are different because they are different. They come from different heritages, have different personalities, and have different hopes and dreams. What they have in common is that they celebrate each other’s differences and have made a pact that they will be whoever they want to be when they grow up, no matter what anyone else thinks. This is a story about being true to yourself, being happy, and not letting the world tell you what to do with your life.
Reach families in your community and beyond.
Original language edition
Ye Alem Mebratoch
Indigenous language edition
East African language edition
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