Teenagers and older children on the autism spectrum are, like everyone else, surrounded by complex social codes and rules that govern daily interaction, but they have much more difficulty interpreting them. Reading cues such as sarcasm, idioms, and body language is often an impossible challenge. This book with realistic and thought-provoking stories provides the necessary help.

Written with both parents and teenagers in mind, each story describes a real situation that young people on the autism spectrum are likely to encounter. Each story is accompanied by questions such as 'what else could they have done?', 'how do you think they felt?' and 'why do you think they were upset?', as well as practical advice for parents on how to start constructive discussions.

As teenagers consider these questions with adults, they will begin to be able to put themselves in someone else's shoes and think about how their actions and behavior may affect those around them. This process will equip them to carry this valuable understanding and confidence into other everyday situations. The book contains 60 stories that explore real situations and will be an essential tool for parents, caregivers, teachers, and anyone else who wishes to help young people on the autism spectrum acquire excellent social skills.