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Big Truck Playdate

Laurie Carmody

Corey went everywhere with his trucks. But when it came to other kids, he rode solo.

When Corey's school hosts a semi-truck extravaganza, his tires squeal and his heart revs. He can't believe it! But the crowd of classmates quickly leaves him feeling overwhelmed. Corey must find the courage to be his unique, enthusiastic self before missing the opportunity to have his very own big truck playdate.

With insight and imagination, this heartwarming story from the perspective of a boy on the autism spectrum demonstrates how the power of play can connect us with new friends.

Book Details

  • Publisher: Beaming Books
  • Publish Date: Mar 7th, 2023
  • Pages: 32
  • Language: English
  • Edition: undefined - undefined
  • Dimensions: 12.14in - 7.73in - 0.36in - 0.89lb
  • EAN: 9781506484846
  • Recommended age: 03-08
  • Categories: Social Themes - Emotions & FeelingsImagination & PlayTransportation - Cars, Trucks & Buses

About the Author

Carmody, Laurie: -

Laurie Carmody is a picture-book author from a little town in Maryland, where she lives with her husband and two children. Before becoming a writer, she created training programs for adults and taught preservice teachers how to use technology in their classrooms. Laurie is also a homeschool teacher, pianist, and SCBWI member.

Lounsbury, Jennica: -

Jennica Lounsbury is passionate about illustrating picture books. She likes drawing funny and serious and thoughtful ideas, about animals and people and love. She lives in Ontario, Canada, with her family and her very old cat, Greta.

Praise for this book

"This story will help children learn about others on the spectrum while those who are on the spectrum will be able to see themselves in a book." --Manhattan Book Review