Through the Eyes of Me: questions to ask and activities to try
Kya is four and autistic, and she shows us her world: what she loves and what she doesn't. Through the Eyes of Me is a warm, sensitive picture book about autism.
What age is it for? Through the Eyes of Me is best for ages 3–7. Good for: Life as a young autistic child.
Through the Eyes of Me (Jon Roberts and Hannah Rounding)
- Age
- 3-7
- Best for
- Life as a young autistic child
Read it with any child, autistic or not. Talk about what Kya likes and dislikes, and what your child likes and dislikes.
What it helps with
- Understanding autism
- Different likes and dislikes
- Sensory experiences
- Acceptance
Comprehension and discussion questions
Pick two or three, not all of them. “I don’t know” is a fine answer, and you can always come back to it another day.
- “What does Kya love?”
- “What doesn’t she like?”
- “How does she show her feelings?”
- “How is she like you?”
- “How is she different?”
- “How can we be a good friend to Kya?”
5-minute activities to try together
Likes and dislikes
Make two lists about your child: loves and doesn't-loves.
Sensory explore
Try different textures and sounds and talk about how each feels.
Free printables: Through the Eyes of Me worksheet and activity pack
This book’s one-page worksheet with the questions and activities above, plus our activity pack: printable scenario cards, three 5-minute activities and a “What could I try?” page for practising everyday skills together. Enter your email and download them straight away.
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- Best for
- A confident autistic heroine, and fixing a fairy tale
- Age
- 3-7
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- Best for
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- Age
- 3-6
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- Best for
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- Age
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By the Growing Wise team · Last reviewed: 10 October 2026
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