A must-read that belongs in every home and classroom, A Day With No
Words invites readers into the life of an Autism Family who
communicates just as the child does, without spoken language.
This colorful and engaging picture book for young readers shares what
life can look like for families who use nonverbal communication,
utilizing tools to embrace their unique method of "speaking."
The story highlights the bond between mother and child and follows them
on a day where they use a tablet to communicate with others.
Written by an autistic mother of two autistic sons and the creator
behind the popular @Fidgets.and.Fries social media platform and
illustrated by Kate Cosgrove (IG @k8cosgrove), A Day With No Words
successfully normalizes communication methods outside of verbal speech
and provides representation of neurodiversity and autism in a way that
affirms and celebrates.
The experts are raving!
"How lucky are we to finally get Tiffany's poignant words and message
into children's hands through this impactful story. Children and
families can now be touched by her brilliance and learn about the
often-overlooked autistics who communicate differently. The importance
of A Day With No Words cannot be overstated in its potential to expose
readers, young and old alike, to the beauties and barriers of living the
autistic experience." -- Ali Cunningham Abbott, PhD, LMHC, author of
Counseling Adults with Autism: A Comprehensive Toolkit
"Through A Day with No Words, Tiffany Hammond provides us a rare
window to the non-speaking world of autism. She has done so with love,
compassion, and, I believe, deep understanding. And Kate Cosgrove's
illustrations make it a beautiful world indeed. Bravo and thank you to
both Hammond and Cosgrove for this window!" -- Samantha S. Supernaw,
LCSW-S, Licensed Therapist & Clinical Supervisor
"In my past 20 years as a developmental pediatrician, I have never read
anything quite like A Day With No Words, a book that so eloquently,
lyrically, and vividly captures the essence and beauty of an autistic
mind. This book is a gift to all who read it." -- Wendy J. Ross, MD,
Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics, Developmental
Pediatrician, Associate Professor Jefferson University, Director
Jefferson Health Center for Autism and Neurodiversity
About the Author: Tiffany Hammond (she/her) is the voice behind the
Fidgets and Fries platform. She is an Autistic mother, advocate, and
storyteller who uses her personal experiences with Autism and parenting
two Autistic boys to guide others on their journey.
Tiffany has a Masters in Developmental Psychology and spends her time
teaching, coaching, and mentoring others in Disability Justice issues.
Her activism is rooted in challenging the current perception of Autism
as a lifelong burden, cultivating a community that explores the concept
of Intersectionality and inspiring thought leaders through storytelling,
education, and critical discourse.
