Leahs voice, written by lori demonia, illustrated by monique turchan. Enter to win an autographed copy of leahs voice by lori demonias. Young readers can gain understanding and empathy from this book about zak, a boy with autism who shares his interests, quirks and point of view. Between writing, drawing, and acting as advocates for children with autism, lori demonia and her daughters, leah and sarah, are an inspiration to all families. This awardwinning picture book is publ ished by halo publishing international. Autism spectrum, siblings, differences, compassion, kindness, special needs opening.
The story is all about accepting the differences and including kids who are different, even if it means they need to play in different ways. Inspired by two reallife sisters, leahs voice is a heartwarming and engaging story about siblings who stick together through the challenges faced by the sister who has autism. This awardwinning picture book is published by halo publishing international. She serves as a parent consultant with peac the pennsylvania education. The 28 page picture is about a sibling with autism but its important message on the acceptance of differences and treating everyone with kindness and respect is for all children. How did the venture of writing leahs voice first begin. Leahs voice tells the story of two sisters facing these challenges. She serves as a parent consultant with peac the pennsylvania education for all.
Leahs voice, written by lori demonia and illustrated by monique turchan. The autism society presents this award to books that positively affect the life of an individual or family member impacted by autism. I hope lori demonias childrens book, leahs voice, finds its way in every elementary classroom because of its important message. My friend has autism, by amanda doering tourville, illustrated by kristin sorra. The ultimate list this post contains referral links which means that if you purchase from one of my links, i. Children who have a brother or sister with special needs may find it difficult to explain to their friends, or feel disappointed when their friends arent more understanding. Leah s voice by lori demonia ebook free download leah s voice by lori demonia ebook product details sales rank. Special to the morning journal leahs voice, written by sheffield lake native lori demonia, is an awardwinning book about the relationship between an older sister with autism and her younger. May 14, 2014 a closer look at issues one teen overcame with the help of and boys town national hotline. A closer look at issues one teen overcame with the help of and boys town national hotline. If you face these or similar issues and need help, text voice to 20121, call 1. Creativity and compassion are contagious in the demonia family.
Through kindness and family loyalty, one sister teaches those around them about the importance of accepting and including everyone. Leah s voice is a fictional story inspired by two sisters. Leahs voice lori demonia, author monique turchan, illustrator halo publishing international, fiction, 20 suitable for ages. Aug 27, 20 when i first started teaching students with autism 4 years ago, i was in shock that i could only find one picture book about autism. Leahs voice a celebration of inclusion and acceptance autism. For information about autism visit the austism society website. Dec 30, 2014 leahs voice received the 2014 temple grandin outstanding literary work of the year award from the autism society, and is being used by the sibling support project. Leah s voice is a story that touches on the difficulties children encounter when they meet a child with autism or special needs. Through her kindness and devotion, one sister teaches by example the. Leahs voice is a story that touches on the difficulties children encou. Logans older sister leah is on the autism spectrum. She is the inspiration for leah s voice, a children s book about a sibling who has a sister on the autism spectrum. Aug 31, 2018 leah demonia draws her classmates from yearbook pictures.
Leah s voice, written by lori demonia and illustrated by monique turchan, is a great story about accepting each and every person and treating everyone with respect and kindness. How to explain autism to children indys child magazine. I have witnessed many siblings of children on the spectrum as my horse has participated in equine therapy for children and veterans. My brother charlie, written by holly robinson peete and ryan elizabeth peete, illustrated by shane evans. Leahs voice is a story that touches on the difficulties children encounter when they meet a child with autism or special needs. Stories that touches on the difficulties children encounter when they meet a child with special needs such as autism. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Leah, was diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder when she was 2 years old.
Oct 31, 20 leah s voice is a story that touches on the difficulties children encounter when they meet a child with autism or special needs. Mar 11, 2018 my friend has autism, by amanda doering tourville, illustrated by kristin sorra. Monique turchan logan faces a challange trying to explain her sister leah s autism to a friend. Jul, 20 special to the morning journal leah s voice, written by sheffield lake native lori demonia, is an awardwinning book about the relationship between an older sister with autism and her younger. Library donations autism society of south central wisconsin. Siblings with autism or special needs leahs voice by lori demonia illustrated by monique turchan im happy to be taking part in multicultural childrens book day 2019. Logan s older sister leah is on the autism spectrum.
When my youngest son davy was born, my three older kids were 6, 4 and 17 months old. Lori, a mom who has worked in behavioral health as a therapeutic staff support with special needs children for more than. Siblings may find it difficult to explain to their friends, or feel disappointed when their friends arent more understanding. Leahs voice received the 2014 temple grandin outstanding literary work of the year award from the autism society, and is being used by the sibling support project. Lori is the recipient of the 2014 temple grandin outstanding literary work of the year award for her book, leahs voice.
Visit the website for leahs voice to see leahs artwork and find printable pages. Leahs voice is a fictional story inspired by two sisters. Leahs voice gives real life examples that any child can relate to if they have been around a child with autism. Leahs voice is a story that touches on the difficulties children encounter when they meet a child with special needs such as autism. Paperback 28 pages features used book in good condition. I hope lori demonia s children s book, leah s voice, finds its way in every elementary classroom because of its important message.
I had written my first childrens book years before i had children, and. A book for young people who have brothers or sisters with autism, by fiona bleach. The next year or so was very hard on my whole family as davy spent countless hours at doctors appointment, was hospitalized five times and, and required oneonone care during most of his waking hours. Her friend abby was coming over for her very first play date. Siblings may find it hard to explain to their friends or feel disappointed when others arent understanding. Children who have a brother or sister with special needs may find it. Jun 27, 2014 leah s voice lori demonia, author monique turchan, illustrator halo publishing international, fiction, 20 suitable for ages. Leah s voice is a story that touches on the difficulties children encounter when they meet a child with special needs such as autism. Lori is the recipient of the 2014 temple grandin outstanding literary work of the year award for her book, leah s voice. Read the interview and stroll through our virtual gallery exhibit of leahs art lori, tell us about your family.
It touches on the difficulties children encounter when they meet a child with special needs such as autism. Autism spectrum, siblings, differences, compassion, kindness, special needs. Books for classmates about being a friend to someone with autism. Im happy to be taking part in multicultural childrens book day 2019. Standing up for classmates with autism, by celeste shally. Support for parents and siblings autism science foundation. Arrowhead system books autism adulthood, susan senator autism handle with care, gail gillingham. Leahs voice by lori demonia, monique turchan, paperback. Her articles have been published in spectrums magazine, the autism notebook magazine, sen magazine, autism matters, autism world magazine, autism parenting magazine, and autism spectrum quarterly. I am the author of the horse who loves hats and ordered this book as i was doing research on autism for my book.
Leahs voice, written by lori demonia and illustrated by monique turchan, is a great story about accepting each and every person and treating everyone with respect and kindness. Leahs voice lori demonia, author monique turchan, illustrator halo. Looking after louis, written by lesley ely, illustrated by polly dunbar. This week i was lucky enough to be contacted by an author who wrote a book to teach acceptance and understanding about autism in a way children can easily understand. This book would be helpful to siblings who have a hard time explaining to their friends that their brother or sister has autism. You see, the oldest daughter, leah, is autistic and she expresses her. Communication comes in many forms and for the demonia family its art. Leah demonia draws her classmates from yearbook pictures. Leahs voice, loria demonia noah chases the wind, michelle worthington uniquely wired, julie cook unwritten rules, temple grandin and sean barron generous donation from the authors. When i first started teaching students with autism 4 years ago, i was in shock that i could only find one picture book about autism. Leahs voice tells the story of two sisters, one of whom. This book tells the story of two sisters facing these challenges.
Leahs voice by lori demonia meet your next favorite book. She is the recipient of the temple grandin outstanding literary work of the year award for her picture book, leahs voice. Their special relationship inspired their mother, lori demonia, to write leahs voice, a narrative childrens story to explain autism in an uplifting and inspirational way. She wants to have friends and be accepted for who she is. Monique turchan logan faces a challange trying to explain her sister leahs autism to a friend.
Leahs voice by lori demonia ebook free download leahs voice by lori demonia ebook product details sales rank. The book focuses on what it is like to meet new friends, only to find out that that friend is not so understanding of an autistic childs differences. Mar 07, 2017 leahs voice by lori demonia is a realistic fiction story about a little girl who learns why her sister sometimes has a hard time in social situations. My friend has autism, written by amanda doering tourville, illustrated by kristin sorra. She is the inspiration for leahs voice, a childrens book about a sibling who has a sister on the autism spectrum. May 27, 2014 their special relationship inspired their mother, lori demonia, to write leahs voice, a narrative childrens story to explain autism in an uplifting and inspirational way.