Masterpiece: an inclusive kids book celebrating a child on the autism spectrum

Masterpiece is an Award-winning book, recently winning The Golden Wizard Book Prize and placing as a Top 3 Finalist for Book of the Year!

Masterpiece is an inclusive story featuring Samuel, a boy on the autism spectrum who sees the world differently than his peers. When Samuel's teacher asks his class to create a piece of art, it quickly becomes apparent that his beautiful way of looking at the world makes him a true masterpiece!

Throughout the story, the other students in his class learn lessons of empathy, understanding and acceptance. The colourful illustrations will delight children and Masterpiece may just become a family favourite.

This award-winning book is suitable for all ages!

Teachers

Here are some reasons to include 'Masterpiece' in your classroom:

• Filled with gorgeous illustrations
• Illustrations include noise-cancelling headphones (sensory accommodations not typically illustrated in picture books )
• This book encourages children to embrace their gifts and talents
• A fantastic read-aloud to teach children lessons of inclusion, empathy and understanding.
• Shows children that they should embrace those unique parts of themselves that make them incredible
• Celebrates the diversity in our world
• Develops early literacy

Author: Alexandra Hoffman
Publisher: Wishing Star Publishing
Published: 02/14/2023
Pages: 34
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.23lbs
Size: 8.50h x 8.50w x 0.09d
ISBN: 9781778071041
Audience: Baby-Preschool


Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 06/15/2023