Can't Not Won't

Knowing many young people who couldn’t, not wouldn’t, I turned every page of this with a nod. Sadly, a totally true-to-life experience for us and many other families. Such an important book for families but also education and social care professionals - an insight into a slice of life they never imagined. – Cathy Wassell, CEO of Autistic Girls Network charityI cannot imagine any family in this situation, who cannot recognise this painful and often harmful, journey. Beautifully conveyed in so few words. The time for change is now! – Lisa Cherry, Researcher & Consultant in Trauma Informed System ChangeEliza’s words and thoughts deeply resonate with me as a parent. Each afterword beautifully articulates what a good school that values autistic pupils would do and importantly addresses how the issue can be carelessly avoided. Any family struggling similarly will undoubtedly draw strength from the shared story and feel less alone. – Dr. Ruth Moyse, Director AT Autism

Eliza Fricker is an illustrator, author, and mother of a PDA child. Eliza is the writer and illustrator for her blog, Missing the Mark, and is always looking for new ways to help PDA parents feel seen and heard.