About the Book — Lily’s Adventures in Sparklewood Forest
Lily’s Adventures in Sparklewood Forest is a gentle, sensory-considerate children’s story created with autistic children in mind.
Lily is a thoughtful, observant little girl who experiences the world deeply. When she wanders into Sparklewood Forest, she discovers a place where quiet thinking, careful noticing, and feeling things strongly are not weaknesses — they are strengths. The forest moves at her pace. The creatures listen. The challenges are soft, not overwhelming.
Through Lily’s journey, young readers see:
that it’s okay to need space
that big feelings are valid
that different ways of thinking are powerful
that kindness and curiosity matter more than fitting in
The story avoids loud conflict or fast, chaotic plot shifts. Instead, it offers calm progression, predictable rhythm, and reassuring resolution — making it suitable for children who prefer structure and emotional safety in storytelling.
Parents, carers, and educators will find this book opens doors to gentle conversations about emotions, sensory experiences, boundaries, and self-acceptance — without ever labelling Lily or turning her into a “lesson.”
At its heart, this story tells autistic children:
You are not too much.
You are not too quiet.
You are not too different.
You are exactly enough.
Who This Book Is Perfect For
Children aged 4–8
Parents seeking meaningful bedtime stories
Teachers introducing emotional learning themes
Gift-givers looking for thoughtful children’s books
Core Message
A gentle story that helps children understand that kindness, imagination, and self-belief are their greatest superpowers.
