It Was Supposed to Be Sunny
  • Published: 16 June 2021
  • ISBN: 9780525553472
  • Imprint: Dial
  • Format: Hardback
  • Pages: 32
  • RRP: $39.99

It Was Supposed to Be Sunny

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A perfectly planned birthday party goes awry in this gentle story about adapting to the unexpected, written for kids on the autism spectrum and called “brilliant” and “engaging” by autism specialist Tony Attwood

A perfectly planned birthday party goes awry in this gentle story about adapting to the unexpected, written for kids on the autism spectrum and called “brilliant” and “engaging” by autism specialist Tony Attwood

Laila feels like her sparkly sunshine birthday celebration is on the brink of ruin when it starts to storm. Then, just as she starts feeling okay with moving her party indoors, an accident with her cake makes her want to call the whole thing off. But with the help of her mom and a little alone time with her service dog, she knows she can handle this.

Changes in routine can be hard for any kid, but especially for kids on the autism spectrum. Samantha Cotterill's fourth book in the Little Senses series provides gentle guidance along with adorable illustrations to help every kid navigate schedule changes and overwhelming social situations.
  • Published: 16 June 2021
  • ISBN: 9780525553472
  • Imprint: Dial
  • Format: Hardback
  • Pages: 32
  • RRP: $39.99
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About the author

SAMANTHA COTTERILL

Samantha Cotterill is an illustrator and textile designer from New York. Her first picture book was No More Bows.

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Praise for It Was Supposed to Be Sunny

Praise for This Beach Is Loud!

* "This charismatic and essential read-aloud will fill a hole that has been too long ignored in library and storytime collections." --School Library Journal, starred review

"Especially designed for kids with sensory-processing issues, the book has broad applicability beyond that audience . . . this book will reassure children that they can overcome their anxieties." --Kirkus Reviews

Praise for Nope. Never. Not for Me!

"A delightful book that reminds us all to try something new, even if it's 'yacky!'" --Kirkus Reviews

"A good choice for children who have sensory issues or are simply picky eaters." --School Library Journal

"A limited ink-and-pencil color palette of green, black, and orange on generous white backgrounds shows the determined little one in many humorous poses as her face and posture act out all the stages." --Booklist