Type of bind: Hardcover
EAN num: 9781934340998
ISBN number: 1934340995
Label: Jigsaw Press
Manufacturer: Jigsaw Press
Page Count: 32
Printing Date: July 01, 2007
Publishing house: Jigsaw Press
Age index: Ages 4-8
Sale Popularity Level: 752069
Studio: Jigsaw Press
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A new doll helps Emily learn that differences may hide wonderful surprises. Designed to teach children about their peers with autism; includes parents'/educators' section with tips to facilitate interaction.
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"I don't wanna kiss or hold your hand; if it's funny try and understand. There is really nothing else I'd rather do, 'cause I'm happy just to dance with you." -- Beatles, 1964
This is an excellent, beautifully illustrated book about tolerance and autism awareness. While autism is never mentioned in the story, it becomes clear towards the end of the book that recognizing autistic behavior and developing a sensitivity towards people on the spectrum is the main message.
Emily is a tween girl of indeterminate age who loves dolls and has a vast collection. In fact, she has 149 dolls until she receives a china doll as a gift. The china doll is a soft Beatle coiffed boy doll with china limbs; a soft body and a jacket with the Autism Awareness puzzle appliqued on the front. Delighted with the latest addition to her collection, Emily sets about trying to play with her new doll.
Try is the operative word. Emily cannot make her doll face forward like her other dolls; his head and eyes turn to the side. She cannot pretend this new doll interacts with her other toys, either. Frustrated, she just about gives up on the doll when her mother gives her new inspiration to keep trying as he just might have some uncovered treasures.
This book is a treasure. I especially liked the postscripts about autism; autistic behavior and famous people who were on the spectrum. This is a book that deserves a place of honor in homes and in classrooms. It is a gentle way of stressing the value of tolerance.
And in the Grand Dance of Social Interaction, there are those who are happy JUST to dance and want nothing other than to dance as is beautifully shown in this story.
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A very dear friend has an autistic son. His behavior has always mystified me. I could never predict what he's about to do, and many times when he did something I didn't understand why he did it. Worse, I couldn't seem to connect with him at all.
The China Doll has actually helped me understand his reactions. I still can't predict what he'll do, but thanks to the "For Parents and Educators" section, his actions make a bit more sense to me, and I have a much better idea of how to interact with him.
I'm afraid I'll never really be friends with this boy. I can't sit and chat with him about the school day or a new video game the way I can with his brother. But after reading this book I understand him a little bit better. And thanks to the positive message in this book, I'm a lot more comfortable being around him.
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I enjoyed reading this because as a primary school teacher last year I finally had the experience of one autistic girl in my class. This book is so wonderful for children to understand why somebody is different and how their behavior can be interpreted. The illustrations mesh perfectly with the story and young children can relate to the main character. I also like the way the author gently leads the reader into the subject. Very skillfully done. I will look for more books by D.M. Rosner and also more of Robert S. Jones' illustrations.
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Ms. Rosner's book, "The China Doll," is an insightful glimpse into the world of autism.
The story is well-crafted, which tells of a little girl who receives a doll that isn't quite like her others. The colour illustrations compliment the narration beautifully.
Not only does Ms. Rosner shed light on the behaviors that typify autistic children, she also provides an informational section in the end that relates advice on how to identify and understand this behavior.
Autism is unfortunately a growing concern in America. I highly recommend "The China Doll" for anyone who deals with autistic children, or would like to know more about autism.
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As a nurse I know that siblings often become the life long advocates for persons living with disabilities. This book will help those siblings not only resolve ambiguous emotions in themselves, but explain their brother's or sister's special needs to friends and playmates. This book would benefit siblings, friends, and classmates of children with any variety of challenges, not just autism.
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