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Picture books with neurodivergent characters

This fantastic list of children’s books with neurodivergent characters in leading roles promotes early awareness and understanding of neurodivergence through the accessible picture book format.

As each book directly or indirectly explores autism, dyslexia, ADHD, stammering or co-occurring sensory-processing differences, neurodivergent readers may find the characters’ experiences particularly relatable. 

Take a look at these wonderfully engaging stories with neurodivergent characters, and enjoy the best children’s books about neurodiversity available for readers aged 3 and above.

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