The Journey of a Child with Autism Who Cannot Speak But Finds Her Voice

I Am in Here: The Journey of a Child with Autism Who Cannot Speak but Finds Her Voice

by Elizabeth M. Bonker

4.6 out of 5

Language	:	English
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When Lily was born, her parents knew that she was different. She didn't make eye contact, she didn't respond to her name, and she didn't speak. At first, her parents thought she was deaf, but after several tests, they were told that she had autism.

Autism is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects social and communication skills. Children with autism often have difficulty understanding and expressing language. They may also have difficulty making eye contact, forming relationships, and understanding the world around them.

Lily's parents were devastated. They didn't know what the future held for their daughter. They were afraid that she would never be able to communicate or live a full and happy life.

But Lily's parents were determined to give her the best life possible. They enrolled her in early intervention services, and they worked with her every day to help her develop her communication skills.

At first, Lily's progress was slow. She didn't speak for the first five years of her life. But her parents never gave up on her. They continued to work with her, and they eventually found ways to help her communicate.

One day, Lily's parents took her to an art class. Lily was immediately drawn to the paints and brushes. She started to paint, and her parents were amazed at her talent.

Lily's paintings were full of life and color. They expressed her thoughts and feelings in a way that words couldn't. Through her paintings, Lily was finally able to communicate with the world.

Lily's parents were so proud of her. They knew that she had a gift, and they wanted to share it with the world.

They started a blog to showcase Lily's paintings. The blog quickly went viral, and Lily's paintings soon became a source of inspiration for people all over the world.

Lily's story is a reminder that everyone has the potential to communicate. Even if someone cannot speak, they can still find their voice.

Lily's journey is a story of hope, perseverance, and the power of art.

Here are some tips for helping a child with autism develop their communication skills:

• Start by using simple language and gestures.
• Be patient and understanding.
• Use visual aids to help your child understand what you're saying.
• Give your child plenty of opportunities to practice communicating.
• Don't be afraid to try new things.

Here are some resources for parents of children with autism:

• Autism Speaks
• National Autism Center
• Autism Society

I Am in Here: The Journey of a Child with Autism Who Cannot Speak but Finds Her Voice

by Elizabeth M. Bonker

4.6 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	3429 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	258 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

FREE