{"product_id":"dancing-through-my-day-in-my-own-way-a-story-of-friendship-resilience-and-autism-9798999129215","title":"Dancing Through My Day, In My Own Way: A story of friendship, resilience, and autism","description":"\u003cp\u003eAbigail is bright, bold, and beautifully unique. She loves gymnastics, makeup, Taylor Swift, and Stranger Things-but sometimes, life feels trickier for her than it does for other kids. Loud classrooms overwhelm her, friendships can be confusing, and she often feels out of sync with the world around her.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen Abigail learns she's autistic, things finally start to make sense. With courage and heart, she begins to understand herself more deeply-and finds new ways to connect, cope, and shine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTold with warmth, honesty, and heart, Dancing Through My Day, In My Own Way is a story for girls on the autism spectrum-and for their classmates, teachers, and friends. It gently opens a window into the autistic experience while encouraging empathy, friendship, and kindness toward everyone, no matter their differences.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerfect for ages 8-14, and for anyone who's ever felt misunderstood, left out, or just a little bit different.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSmith, Laura Kate:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - Laura Kate Smith is an 11-year-old co-author, artist, and animal lover. She enjoys gymnastics, Stranger Things, and creating stylish makeup looks. Diagnosed with autism at age 10, Laura Kate hopes to help other kids understand what it feels like to be different-and to feel proud of who they are. Dancing Through My Day, In My Own Way is her first book.\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSmith, Katharine:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - Katharine Smith is a self-published author, autistic adult, and mother of three. She is passionate about writing inclusive, emotionally honest stories that reflect the experiences of neurodivergent children and families. Diagnosed later in life, Katharine brings lived experience, compassion, and clarity to her storytelling. She lives in Shreveport, Louisiana, where she writes and creates alongside her family.","brand":"Family Book Project","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51475186057490,"sku":"9798999129215","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_f5613d66-65ee-4068-8778-7397cc644b29.jpg?v=1752589576","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/dancing-through-my-day-in-my-own-way-a-story-of-friendship-resilience-and-autism-9798999129215","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}