A heartwarming picture book that explores the experience of autism and
the power of friendship.
A 2020 Schneider Family Honor Book
In Classroom Six, second left down the hall, Henry has been on the
lookout for a friend. A friend who shares. A friend who listens. Maybe
even a friend who likes things to stay the same and all in order, as
Henry does. But on a day full of too close and too loud, when
nothing seems to go right, will Henry ever find a friend--or will a
friend find him? With insight and warmth, this heartfelt story from the
perspective of a boy on the autism spectrum celebrates the everyday
magic of friendship.
BACK TO SCHOOL: Familiar school scenarios--from new schedules to making
new friends--are portrayed with humor and understanding in this sweet
picture book that will appeal to and reassure any child starting or
continuing in school.
DIVERSE STORIES: Representing neurodivergent kids is a vital aspect of
expanding diverse representation across books for all ages. A Friend
for Henry provides a mirror and a window for kids on the autism
spectrum and their friends to see themselves in the stories they read.
AN AWARD-WINNING TEAM AND A BELOVED CHARACTER: Jenn Bailey and Mika Song
were awarded a Schneider Family Honor Award for A Friend for Henry.
Now, fans of this award-winning picture book can grow along with Henry!
Henry's story continues in Henry, Like Always, the first book in an
early reader series based on the same character.
Perfect for:
- Preschool, kindergarten, and elementary school classrooms
- Parents of children with autism spectrum disorder
- Librarians, teachers, and booksellers looking for children's picture
books that celebrate diversity and inclusion
- A reassuring read for kids with varying levels of social anxiety
- Gift-givers looking for a sweet and relatable book about making
friends
