You might remember several months ago, I posted about Sesame Street’s<\/strong> newest character Julia<\/strong><\/a>, a sweet, curious four-year-old girl with autism. Now I want to introduce you to Sesame Street’s newest Big Golden Book, We’re Amazing 1, 2, 3!<\/strong><\/em><\/a> by Leslie Kimmelman<\/strong>. Just like, The Monster at the End of this Book<\/strong><\/em>, We’re Amazing 1,2,3!<\/strong> <\/em>is destined to become a Sesame Street Classic<\/strong>.<\/p>\n <\/a><\/p>\n This book contains subject matter that is both relevant and important. It does a great job introducing children to autism in an age-appropriate way<\/strong> that will help them understand why some children may act differently. It teaches kids the valuable lesson that our difference are what make us special.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n The book’s autism storyline was carefully research by Sesame Workshop’s early childhood experts as part of Sesame Street and Autism: See Amazing in All Children.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Author Leslie Kimmelman<\/strong> has personal experience as the mother of a child with autism<\/strong> and it helped her create the character of Julia<\/strong>. This book is perfect to use in the classroom and at home. We really enjoyed it and it opens up a springboard for conversation. Books that provide natural conversation about important issues such as autism are such valuable teaching tools.<\/p>\n