#Autism is a developmental disability that typically appears during the first three years of life. It is the result of a neurological disorder that affects the functioning of the brain, and occurs in about one out of every 68 births. Autism is four times more prevalent in boys than girls and knows no racial, ethnic or social boundaries.
Take some time this month to learn more about Autism and what you can do to help someone you know affected by it.
Learn More About Autism
Kids Health: a website that explains autism in simple language for kids.
Growing Up Together: a printable 4 page brochure, explains autism and how to be friends with someone with autism, from Autism Society
Growing Up Together: Teens with Autism: a printable brochure for Teens, from Autism Society
First 100 Days Kit: a printable tool kit to aid families in getting the critical information they needed in the first 100 days after an autism diagnosis from Autism Speaks.
Learn about autism with an online autism 101 course/tutorial from Autism Society
Printable Crafts, Bookmarks, Coloring Pages, and Activities for Children
Autism Awareness Ribbon Symbol
Autism Awareness Bookmarks and Pencil Toppers
Autism Awareness Door Hangers
Autism Awareness Pinwheel
“I Love Someone with Autism” Paper Dog
“I Love Someone With Autism” Paper Car
Autism Awareness Symbol Coloring Page
Autism Awareness Word Search
Autism Awareness Crossword Puzzle
Puzzle Piece Butterfly
