A Friend Like Me

No one else can see it. No one else can hear it. No one else can feel it—but it’s breathing cold air on Amani’s neck. Amani has a new mission this school year, and that is to fit in. Meet Amani Weery, a shy third-grader with autism who faces the challenges of school and friendship with the company of her special friend, Das. Das is Amani’s magical and invisible companion who embodies everything she finds weird about herself. It follows her everywhere she goes. Together, they embark on a journey to discover the power of self-acceptance through her passion for art. When confronted with the difficulty of school and the judgement of her peers, Amani learns fitting in isn’t as easy as she thought it would be. The book unfolds with warmth and understanding, fostering empathy and acceptance among young readers as they join Amani in her chaotic adventures of self-discovery. —- ISBN: 9798218974213