Walter & Lily - Autism & Unexpected Friendship - Hardcover

by Jermiko Thomas (Author)

Sometimes all you need is one good friend.

Excited but nervous to start at a new school, Walter hopes to make new friends. When he meets Lily, things get off to a tricky start-her disabilities make it hard for him to connect with her, and she doesn't seem to enjoy school the same way the other kids do. But when Walter realizes Lily is feeling left out, he makes it his mission to become her number one friend.

In Walter & Lily - Autism & Unexpected Friendship, children learn first-hand about the power of kindness, acceptance, and understanding. As Walter learns more about Lily's condition and circumstances, the story highlights important SEL values such as empathy, inclusion, and appreciating differences. Walter soon discovers how to incorporate Lily into classroom activities, showing readers that one small act of friendship can change someone's entire school experience.

When Walter plans a special surprise to help Lily feel welcomed, his classmates begin to understand how special she truly is. This heartwarming story reminds us that one good friend can make the world a better place-especially for someone who needs it most.

Written in warm, engaging rhyme, this story makes reading joyful and comforting for young listeners, making it perfect for read-alouds, classrooms, and SEL lessons.