Dolly Gray Children's Literature Award

These are some of our favorite young adult books that we have reviewed at the Dolly Gray Award for their excellence in demonstrating representation of individuals with autism! ⭐📖

Give them a read and check out more at dollygrayaward.org!

The Dolly Gray Award 🏅 honor authors, illustrators, and publishers of books for children and youth that authentically portray individuals with autism and developmental disabilities!

Are you wanting your children to learn more about these life experiences? Let us know if there's a particular subject or disability you are interested in exploring!

Today we are celebrating International Guide Dog Day! 🐾🐕 Though specific to blind individuals, we want to share a story about the amazing things our furry friends can do for the Autistic community!

"The Dog That Gave My Brother Words is the story of a nonverbal boy with autism and the service dog that helps him find his voice. Their first meeting is a magical moment leading to a break in the silence. The Dog That Gave My Brother Words promotes autism awareness and leaves the reader with the satisfying sense that boy and dog are destined to do great things together."

Wendy Hinote Lanier is a former elementary teacher, award-winning author, and certified speaker who has written over 50 books for children and young people with a variety of publishers. Her most recent release is Paws-itive Inspirations: 90 Devotions for Kids and Dog Lovers (Iron Stream Media, 2024), co-authored with Michelle Medlock Adams.

Let us know how you have seen the power of animal companionship in your lives! 🐶💕

Happy World Book Day! 📖 At Dolly Gray we believe that every child should be able to see themselves represented in children's literature because books are for everyone !

Check out our website to find the perfect book for your story!