This book is absolutely needed by my students on the spectrum.  So much of what's available is geared at younger students, and the older ones are just forgotten, but they need these basic instructions.  The book presents each topic in bite-sized pieces, and introduces them in the context of a conversation.  It's a real person who is walking through life and helping them to understand what needs to be done and why (such as washing clothes or going to the doctor).  The book has good graphics, easy-to-read text, and is easy to reference, should they need to go back and re-read something.  Students can get answers to the questions that they didn't even know they had!

Excellent! A must read for young people on the spectrum.
A little suggestion the examples are very American, needs adaptation for Europe.
Review is scheduled for publication date.

This is a very informative book. I read for both personal and professional reasons. If you are a parent of an autistic child or even an adult who wishes to learn more, I’m sure many of these things you have discovered already. That being said, if you have just received a diagnosis or are not familiar with autism this is a great book to read.
This book also includes a how-to guide on life basics such as health, cooking, laundry, and emergencies for those on the Autism Spectrum. 


Autism is a complex syndrome that varies from person to person. No two people have the exact same profile. But, as the author reminds us, every person shares the same dreams, wants, and need for understanding. Evan as adults they are often reduced to their deficits because each day is a struggle to find a way to fit in. 
However, family members and friends often forget that the person with autism still deserves and needs to be loved and respected for what they CAN do because ultimately what they can do is going to carry them through life. 

Thank you netgalley and the publishers for giving me the chance to read this book in exchange for my honest review.

This book will become a necessary part of our educational program, not only for students on the spectrum, but other students with special needs, as well.. The layout with a personal and human introductory paragraph in each chapter is both simple and engaging, drawing the young adult reader in and giving them an opportunity to identify with others. If the title didn't include the word "autism," I would be tempted to distribute this to every high school freshman because they all could use help in understanding "what they need to know." We, as teachers, and other adults in their lives don't do enough to help young people learn about the basic life skills they need to survive in a complex world.