Better than Weird

Reach for this book when your child feels like an outsider at school or is struggling to manage the big emotions that come with family separation and high expectations. Aaron is a neurodivergent sixth grader who views the world through a unique lens, often finding social cues and classroom rules difficult to navigate. He clings to the hope that his father's return from a long absence will finally make him feel normal and understood. This story is a compassionate exploration of neurodiversity, patience, and the reality that life doesn't always go according to plan. It is ideal for children ages 9 to 12, offering a realistic look at how to navigate peer relationships while waiting for a parent. Parents will appreciate how it validates a child's feelings of being different while gently guiding them toward self-acceptance and the realization that their worth isn't tied to being just like everyone else.