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The Reason I Jump: one boy's voice from the silence of autism by Naoki Higashida (Paperback, 2014)
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Written by Naoki Higashida when he was only thirteen, this remarkable book provides rare insight into the often baffling behaviour of autistic children. Using a question and answer format, Naoki explains things like why he talks loudly or repeats the same questions, what causes him to have panic attacks, and why he likes to jump. He also shows the way he thinks and feels about his world - other people, nature, time and beauty, and himself. Abundantly proving that people with autism do possess imagination, humour and empathy, he also makes clear how badly they need our compassion, patience and understanding. David Mitchell and his wife have translated Naoki's book so that it might help others dealing with autism and generally illuminate a little-understood condition. It gives us an exceptional chance to enter the mind of another and see the world from a strange and fascinating perspective. The book also features eleven original illustrations, inspired by Naoki's words, by the artistic duo Kai and Sunny.Product Identifiers
PublisherHodder & Stoughton General Division, Hodder & Stoughton
ISBN-101444776770
ISBN-139781444776775
eBay Product ID (ePID)200525119
Product Key Features
Number of Pages192 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication NameThe Reason I Jump: One Boy's Voice from the Silence of Autism
Publication Year2014
SubjectMedicine, Biographies & Autobiographies
TypeTextbook
Subject AreaAutobiography: General
AuthorNaoki Higashida
FormatPaperback
Dimensions
Item Height197 mm
Item Weight172 g
Item Width131 mm
Height197mm
Width131mm
Weight186g
Additional Product Features
Country/Region of ManufactureUnited Kingdom
Title_AuthorNaoki Higashida
Spine15mm
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- 05 Nov, 2018
Anyone with any interest/involvement with autism should read this - and form their own opinion.
This is difficult to review - because it is about a world of experience that most people have no access to - including family and carers. However - it is a perspective from inside that different world. This is a good thing. We may begin to have some comprehension - at least of one person's experience. This is far, far better than "outsiders'" theorising - and way better than outsiders' opinionating. Add to the above - the introduction is extremely helpful in its own right. Key measure of how good I think this is - I give copies to people interested in autism - especially health workers.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 06 Sep, 2017
A great read
This book is very interesting and worth a read. It's written in Q&A style and didn't take me long to read at all. If you're interested in learning about Autism you should definitely get this book. Written by a 13 year old with ASD; it answers some of the most popular questions about Autism.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 12 Jun, 2017
Excellent insight into an autistic child's world and thoughts
I have two autistic children an 8 year old girl and a 14 year old boy who is also selective mute , I found this book an interesting insight into an autistic child's world and thoughts and helped me relate to my own autistic children highly recomended reading.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 01 Aug, 2018
A must read for anyone who wants to understand autism
A rare insight into autism from the perspective of an autistic boy. Very well written, a frank but positive explanation of the processes he must go through in order to carry out every day tasks. I couldn't put it down and recommend anyone who knows or cares for someone with autism read it.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 22 Feb, 2017
insightful
Insightful revelations about the mind of an autistic person, great if you know someone like this. As a mother, it can make sad reading in parts, but good to have the knowledge in order to help and understand.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 10 Aug, 2018
a must read
This book is amazing it’s become a bible for my autistic son it’s opened my eyes to a lot of his behaviours such a great read for anyone who has autistic children XVerified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 31 May, 2024
Brilliant book with an amazing insight into autism. Well worth a read for any parent, guardian, teacher etc
Brilliant book with an amazing insight into autism. Well worth a read for any parent, guardian, teacher etcVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 29 Jul, 2016
The Reason I Jump
Excellent book. I work with individuals on the autistic spectrum and this book gives a real insight into the challenges that people with autism face. It also has made me more aware of how best to support individuals and shift my way of thinking, I. e. I need to think outside the box more and be less "neurotypical" in my approach. This book is a must for everyone who knows/has contact with people on the autistic spectrum.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 31 Aug, 2017
The reason i jump
This was a brilliant and easy read,highly recommend to anyone that would like a better understanding of autism,truly inspiring book!Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 28 Feb, 2025
Very unusual book. Glad I have read it. ...
Very unusual book. Glad I have read it. Very informative and moving.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
