We're Amazing 1,2,3! A Story About Friendship and Autism (Sesame Street) (Big Golden Book)

A Sesame Street Big Golden Book about a new character with autism. Were Amazing 1 2 3! is the first Sesame Street storybook to focus on autism which according to the most recent US government survey may in some form affect as many as one in forty-five children. Its part of Sesame Streets autism initiative that has expanded to include a new character with autism. Elmo introduces his longtime friend Julia to Abby whos a little confused at first because Julia isnt saying hello. Elmo explains that Julia has autism so she does things a little differently. Julia sometimes avoids direct eye contact flaps her arms when shes excited and is sensitive to some noises. But Abby soon learns that she also has a lot of things in common with Julia. All kids want love friendship and to have fun! They are all wonderful each in his or her own way. See amazing in all children through the Sesame Street Autism Resources Page: http://autism.sesamestreet.org/