The Waiting Song
The Waiting Song by Natasha Barber is a children’s book published by Future Horizons, Incorporated in November 2017. This 30-page edition is written in English and features a story centered around Nigel, a four-year-old hedgehog who enjoys trains and cookies but faces challenges due to his autism. Through his journey, Nigel learns to navigate social situations, particularly the concept of waiting, by creating his own Waiting Song.
Readers will find that The Waiting Song addresses themes relevant to education and special education, particularly for children with special needs. The narrative focuses on social topics and family relationships, providing insights into the experiences of children who may struggle with communication and patience. This book is designed for young readers aged 3-7, offering a gentle approach to understanding differences and promoting kindness and patience in social interactions.
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Nigel is a hedgehog. He’s four years old, likes trains, cookies, and is a lot like other kids in class. Nigel is a little different too. Nigel is autistic. He doesn’t talk or say many words. Nigel is not very good at taking turns, or being polite and he really does not like to wait. Nigel thought and thought and came up with the Waiting Song… Now he is able to be polite and wait when he sings his Waiting Song! The Waiting Song is for kids like Nigel. Ages 3-7.
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