Superheroes for a Day

“Goes to the heart of autism and offers an inclusive and authentic story that brings the reader into the experience of autism and the lives of these children..” * Reading Time - Children’s Book Council of Australia *“We want autistic kids who read the book to be validated and see themselves in the story, and for non-autistic kids to perhaps understand the experience of being autistic a little better.” * ABC Canberra Mornings Radio *“This is a great way to raise awareness for young students. They may be more considerate when realising many issues can be difficult for other kids. Not all children are alike and while most kids understand this, they may not realise what a burden it is for the affected child..” * Blue Wolf Reviews *“This book seeks to normalize the experience of autistic children. In making them heroes, there is insight into their perspectives and personal experiences which is fun and engaging. This is a story which is sure to resonate with many young readers in the 8-12 age group.” * Buzz Words Magazine *“The information about children on the autism spectrum never dominates what is an engaging, sometimes suspenseful, character-driven story. Highly recommended for the story, the realistic representation of a significant group and potential to increase understanding, tact and tolerance in schools and wider communities.” * Magpies Magazine *“Unable to find books with kids like himself in it, Dr Craig Cormick wrote Superheroes for a Day for his autistic son.Readers will find a large clear font, black & white illustrations throughout and a easy to read, fun story. They will also learn from the characters themselves, what it is like being different from their peers, seen as uncool etc, when they really do have skills that are like super powers. A photographic memory and the ability to rapidly piece puzzles together, seem like super powers to me! “ * What Book Next? *“A great story that explains autism to kids and gives some insight into their experiences and perspectives” * Kapiti News *“Superheroes for a Day provides important insights into what it is like to be a student with autism, how it differs, and how understanding can overcome unrealistic expectations and problems.” – StoryLinks“Superheroes for a Day is a gem of a book, one that sparkles especially brightly for autistic readers.” * Goodreads *“Where are the books for younger readers that openly celebrate neurodiversity?There are none, right? Wrong.Craig Cormick has started to fill this gap in the market with ‘Superheroes for a Day’ as he tells the story of three Autistic friends who use their ‘quirky’ capabilities to save the school from endless maths instead of PE. Co-written with his son Caelen (‘the best ASD son a dad could want’), Craig has crafted a tight quest, full of funny and relatable moments… should be in every classroom library across Australia. * Just Right Words *“The story is helpful for others to try and understand why their fellow students with autism react the way they do. Readers could hopefully use this knowledge to help them to have more empathy and consideration in a classroom or social situation” * School Days Magazine *“Superheroes for a Day is a story everyone should read. It’s an immersive reading experience, one that helps build understanding and empathy..” * Kids’ Book Review *“Some Families Change tenderly guides children through various evolving family models with gentle verse and inclusive imagery. This book reassures children that family changes are natural and they’re not alone, helping them navigate their emotions with sensitivity and sincerity.” * City Parent Magazine (Toronto, Canada) *

Dr Craig Cormick OAM is the author of over 30 books for adults and children, several of them winning awards. He is a member of the Children’s Book Council of Australia. Dr Cormick has a son on the autism spectrum.

Lauren Mullinder is an Adelaide-based illustrator and art educator with a degree in Visual Communication.