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How should I explain my son's autism to his 3-5 year old friends?

Kina

Hello

I took my 4 year old son with autism to an NT birthday party today, and it was clear to me that the kids did not understand his behaviour (i.e. not conforming and problems transitioning). Some laughed at him and some were nasty.  Does anybody know of a youtube video or short animated story teaching young NT kids about autism?  I believe the kids and parents could benefit from some information. I'd be so grateful for some recommendations.

Thanks

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  • kina no problem i try to read and watch anything to help educate me on it so i can fight my sons corner, you may have to keep battleing for understanding i have very few friends who dont have sen kids as may nt parents dont get it they try but after witnessing a major meltdown caused by something trivial (in thete opinion) they seem to distance themselves. thank god for my fellow sen parent friends. 

    dont want to scare you but thats what happens to most of us but the friends you make due to been an sen parent will help you through 

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  • kina no problem i try to read and watch anything to help educate me on it so i can fight my sons corner, you may have to keep battleing for understanding i have very few friends who dont have sen kids as may nt parents dont get it they try but after witnessing a major meltdown caused by something trivial (in thete opinion) they seem to distance themselves. thank god for my fellow sen parent friends. 

    dont want to scare you but thats what happens to most of us but the friends you make due to been an sen parent will help you through 

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