Holly loves doing experiments and learning new things in science class! But when she finds out the next experiment is making slime, she’s worried. Slime is made with glue, and glue is sticky. Holly has sensory issues because of her autism and doesn’t like anything sticky! With help from family and her teacher, Holly receives the accommodations and encouragement she needs to give slime a try.
Reviews
“Charming, inclusive, and grounded in real-life experiences.” –Kirkus Reviews
“Malia, writing from an #OwnVoices perspective, illustrates how an autistic child can coexist with neurotypical children, address her personal difficulties, and–thanks to a supportive environment–thrive.” –Booklist
Nick and the Brick Builder Challenge
Due out from Beaming Books on September 26, 2023
10-year-old Nick is an autistic boy who wants to brick build by himself using his own set routines to create his designs. When the Infinity Rainbow Club participates in the Brick Builders Challenge, he’s stuck paired up with Ruby, a new girl with dyslexia, who he doesn’t think could possibly have the same brick building skills that he does. But Ruby comes up with a design idea for an amusement park that Nick really likes. She shows him that with her creativity and his attention to detail, they could design even better brick builder projects. Will Nick learn to be more flexible and work as a team with Ruby so they can win the competition?
Violet and the Jurassic Land Exhibit
Due out from Beaming Books on October 24, 2023
10-year-old Violet is a girl with OCD who volunteers at the local natural history museum with her friends from the Infinity Rainbow Club. When testing the augmented reality for the Jurassic Land exhibit with Nick, an autistic boy, Violet worries that something will go wrong on opening night. But Nick helps Violet realize that she doesn’t always have to check everything seven times and make lists of seven. Will Violet stop repeatedly checking for problems so she can enjoy the exhibit that she helped to create?
Connor and the Taekwondo Tournament
Due out from Beaming Books in Spring 2024
10-year-old Connor is a boy with ADHD who loves the sensory gym where the Infinity Rainbow Club meets after school. But at Taekwondo practice, he gets easily distracted with his poomsae, sparring, and board breaks. He also rushes through his homework for school. Connor learns how to focus his mind and body from Violet, a girl with OCD, who is a perfectionist with her homework and is determined to master the martial arts. Will Connor be able to stay focused at school and compete in the Taekwondo tournament with Violet?