How do I fit in? How come I feel this way? What’s going to happen to me? Am I the only one?
According to the Sensory Processing Disorder Foundation, “1 in every 20 children experiences the symptoms of Sensory Processing Disorder that are significant enough to affect their ability to participate fully in everyday life.” Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) can leave children unable to sit in class, much less sit within their own clothes. Imagine 1 child of every 20 facing not only the natural turmoil of peer relationships and fitting in, but having a significantly difficult time fitting in within themselves. All your attempts at reassurance are comforting, but they don’t relieve the feelings of isolation because they don’t “see” anyone else like them.
Sensitive Sam is a book written for children, from a child’s perspective, highlighting the different ways that children can experience SPD, how it affect’s them, their family and school relationships, the struggles of every day activities, and the process of managing SPD through therapeutic programs. Most importantly, it leaves the child reader with the feeling that they are not alone.
Marla Roth-Fisch, the author of Sensitive Sam, presents a well written and vibrantly illustrated children’s book full of rhyme and every day SPD related scenarios that connect with the child and the adult reader alike. She is thoughtful in her depiction of the thought processes of a child with SPD, lending to renewed perspectives for parents, caregivers, teachers and therapists as to what their children may be experiencing, and just how difficult it may be to cope. Additionally, siblings and other children may also benefit in understanding what their peer is going through. This truly is a children’s book for everyone.
Sensitive Sam is a book that I highly recommend and am personally excited to be reading to my son with SPD and his siblings. Be sure to order your copy to read and enjoy with your children, and share with others. Available on-line at www.SensoryResources.com. A portion of the proceeds from the sales of this book supports advocacy and research of Sensory Processing Disorder.
What the Experts say about Sensitive Sam:
This delightful book will put a “special twinkle” in the eyes of special kids with Sensory Processing Disorder, as Sam expresses recognizable feelings before, during and after therapy! – Carol Kranowitz, MA, author of The Out-of-Sync Child and The Goodenoughs Get in Sync.
Sensitive Sam is a whimsical but authentic book about sensory processing disorder, a genuine, caring story told in rhymed couplets. Appropriate for children, families, and professionals. Learn what it is to be a Sensational Kid! I highly recommend this book, creatively written and beautifully illustrated by the author, Marla Roth-Fisch! - Dr. Lucy Jane Miller, author of Sensational Kids: Help and Hope for Children with Sensory Processing Disorder.
Want more information? Contact Marla Roth-Fisch at rothfisch AT comcast DOT net. She also welcomes your child’s feedback about Sensitive Sam!
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You’ve probably read my stuff on sensory issues…whatever works sums-up my opinion. For more, JoyMama at Elvis Sightings as a complimentary post today on sensory issues and diagnosis.
Barbara
Barbara~ Thanks. It’s a good book for kids to try to understand what they may be feeling.
Thank you for this, a great find. I really appreciate hearing about other resources from parents.
2 out of 3 of my children have SPD. 1 out of 3 has an auditory processing disorder as well, and 1 out of 3 has overly sensitive hearing. The inner ear is so convoluted it is a wonder how any baby comes out normal.
Ellen~ Glad I could introduce you to it. It seems like a good book for kiddos.
Elle~ Yea. I’ve been wondering that for some time!