I know y’all are truly “shocked” that I did another scones recipe but we love scones! My youngest daughter told me to stick to the scones recipe that we like; however, I decided to try this one. I should have listened to her. The scones tasted ok; something just didn’t work. I converted all measurements but there seemed to be too much liquid. I had to add a lot more flour in order to get it somewhat “doable” to cut. I couldn’t even roll out the dough like I normally do. I just patted it down (with lots more flour) then cut out.
The book…
This past year, I heard my students talking about this book and how much they liked it. I saved it on my Wish List. This past week, I was looking for something to read and decided to try it out. I loved this book! As one reviewer said, it is funny but in a sensitive way (not mocking).
The book is written through the perspective of an autistic boy who is trying to find out who killed his neighbor’s dog. I know you are probably thinking how can you love a book with that story line. Well, first, you get a glimpse into the mind of an autistic child. Granted, there is a huge range of autism, but this book enables you to understand how the world is viewed and understood through the eyes of someone with autism. Second, you empathize with families who struggle emotionally as they navigate the uncertainties and challenges of autism. There is some language in the book; however, the words are normally spoken through frustration and arguments. The language isn’t every other word or sentence (which is usually what bothers me) but sporadic.
I think this would be an excellent book for educators to read. It is sometimes difficult to relate to certain situations, and I think this book is excellent in helping you understand the mind of someone on this range of autism. I also think it helps you empathize with the challenges families face.
Although this book has some language, I would have no problem with my 14 year old reading it. I think she is mature enough to handle the language. The boy is an atheist which will probably bother some parents; however, I think if you child is mature enough in his/her faith, reading someone else’s viewpoint questioning the existence of God shouldn’t be an issue. So…happy reading!
Here are some cute pictures of one baby chick that has recently hatched!
