A Friend for Henry

A Friend for Henry is a warm and insightful chapter book that follows Henry, a boy on the autism spectrum, as he navigates the social landscape of his second-grade classroom. Henry longs for a friend who shares his preferences for order and quiet, but a day filled with sensory challenges makes his search difficult. The story beautifully portrays Henry's unique perspective and sensory experiences, ultimately celebrating the joy of finding a friend who accepts him for who he is. It is an excellent resource for fostering empathy and understanding neurodiversity in children aged 4-11.

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.