Everyone is different and that’s what makes you So special! Lets learn about our differences and celebrate them

What do the following people have in common?

Albert Einstein was a theoretical physicist and among the most profound thinkers of the 20th century. After winning the Nobel prize in 1921, Einstein was clearly thought to be one of the most influential people ever. “The important thing is not to stop questioning; curiosity has its own reason for existing."

Sir Anthony Hopkins Anthony Hopkins, is a Welsh actor, widely considered to be one of the world's greatest living actors. He won the Academy Award for Best Actor in 1992, and was nominated another three times. Along with his Academy Award, Hopkins has won three BAFTA Awards, two Emmys, and the Cecil B. DeMille Award. In 1993, he was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II for services to the arts. Hopkins received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2003, and in 2008 he received the BAFTA Fellowship for lifetime achievement from the British Academy of Film and Television Arts.

Alix Generous is a professional speaker, author, artist, consultant, comedian, and media producer. She works in media production and is currently writing and illustrating her first book.

Satoshi Tajiri, Creator and developer of Pokemon

Chris Packham Extraordinarily creative and prolific, Chris Packham has led a remarkable life. He’s gained recognition as a naturalist, television presenter, writer, photographer, conservationist, campaigner and filmmaker.

So what links these famous and talented people?

They are on the Autistic Spectrum ASD

More than 1 in 100 people in the UK have some form of autism What is Autism? More than 1 in 100 people in the UK have some form of autism Autism is a lifelong condition that affects social and communication skills. People with Autism may view the world in a different way to us You may know people who are Autistic We have children in our school who have ASD

Here are some myths about Autism Autism Myth All autistic children go to special needs schools. Autism Myth Every autistic person is good at maths, art and music. Autism Myth Autistic people don’t feel emotions.

Autism The Facts Autism Fact Many autistic people feel emotions intensely and can be overwhelmed by the emotions of others. Autism Fact Fascinations and routines can be important for people on the autistic spectrum. Autism The Facts Autism Fact Repetitive behaviour like flapping or rocking can help some autistic people deal with stress and feel better. Autism Fact Most autistic children go to mainstream school, while others require support at special schools. Autism Fact Autistic people may learn a lot about a topic they like, which could be anything!

What is life like when you have autism? All children may make the wrong choices sometimes. People with Autism may not realise they are making the wrong choice.

People with Autism may find it difficult to understand faces

People with autism may find it hard to know if someone is joking

Children with Autism may need your help to show them how to play. You may need to explain the rules more than once!

People with Autism often don’t like things including loud noises, some smells or bright lights

They also don’t like things to change.

Children with Autism want friends who understand them!

Here is a short video to help us find out more about life with autism https://youtu.be/RbwRrVw-CRo

At LHPSN we will be sensitive and tolerant to everyone’s differences