{"product_id":"sometimes-its-hard-paperback","title":"Sometimes It's Hard - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eKayla Paquette\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGrowing up with a brother on the autism spectrum can be full of big emotions, questions, surprises, and love. This honest story is about a big sister who learns about what autism is and how to celebrate her brother's differences, while using coping strategies to manage her own big feelings. Great for kids ages 5-12, this beautifully illustrated picture book gently explores the world of autism from a sibling's perspective - helping families understand, empathize, and embrace neurodiversity together. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eReaders will find: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReflection prompts for kids and parents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConversation starters for kids and parents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscussion topics for teachers or families\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerfect for home, school, or therapy settings\u003c\/b\u003e, this book is a gentle guide for children learning to understand a sibling with autism and for the adults supporting them. Whether you're a parent, teacher, counselor, or sibling, this story offers a safe and thoughtful way to begin important conversations about acceptance, self-regulation, and love between brothers and sisters. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\"It's hard to explain and understand what it is like to have a sibling with autism. This book is the answer to many difficulties a sibling faces and the internal and external struggles they feel. I wish I could have read this book growing up, and would recommend this book to any child\/family.\" Juliana S., Sibling to Someone With Autism \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\"The bond between a child with ASD and their non-neurodivergent siblings is both beautiful and complex. By shining a light on the neurotypical side of this relationship, \"Sometimes It's Hard\" acknowledges those complexities, and provides families with the words and tools to help navigate them.\" - Hillary P., Special Needs Parent \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\"This story encourages the \"difficult\" conversations within families and is a great resource. This warm, informative, and inclusive book is highly recommended for any family seeking to build understanding, kindness, and acceptance.\" - Katie P., Special Education Teacher\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 34\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.09 x 8.5 x 8.5 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e July 26, 2025\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47313949720825,"sku":"9798999519511","price":20.23,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/2782\/3097\/files\/FBewC9cZZf9798999519511.webp?v=1769407064","url":"https:\/\/bookscloud.io\/products\/sometimes-its-hard-paperback","provider":"BooksCloud Book Dropshipping","version":"1.0","type":"link"}