S.E.N.D. In The Clowns

S.E.N.D. In The Clowns started as a collection of diary entries and a way for author and mother, Suzy Rowland, to write through tears of injustice. But Suzy's aim isn't just to tell a personal story, it's to help parents untangle red tape, stay engaged and feel empowered as they march, with their autism or ADHD child, through a system that struggles to educate children who are different.

Packed with guidance and support, S.E.N.D In The Clowns is a surprisingly positive and uplifting read. A unique handbook of self-care and practical advice for parents who find themselves on the autism merry-go-round. S.E.N.D in the Clowns is a play on the acronym Special Educational Needs and Disability hinting that these children's behaviour may look like they are either the sad clown sitting quietly in the corner or the zany clown performing slap stick tricks to make everyone in the classroom laugh. The reality is more poignant, these neurodiverse children are highly sensitive individuals who mask the pain and confusion of their neurodiversity in a school environment that is often frightening and confusing.

S.E.N.D. in the Clowns takes you on two journeys:

* Personal story from parent and child - from babe to pre-teen and...

* Professional guidance for parents and professionals who work with, teach or support autistic or ADHD children.

"We were delighted to support Suzy's pilot #happyinschool workshops; she has a natural empathy with parents which comes across in this book. Our guess is that S.E.N.D. in the Clowns will be a great help to many parents in those early pre-post diagnosis days."

Tracey & Annette, Founders, Express CIC

"You've embraced life to come out strong - I look up to that- to know yourself, know your strengths and your purpose. In the process to reach out and share your story, your discoveries, your challenges, your obstacles, your delights, observations and tools with others you've potentially opened your heart too. All children must reach their true potential, this book I trust will be worth sharing among us all parents/teachers/carers/educators....to empower everyone for a bright future. Thank you for this gift."

Sophia Kouame Yoga Teacher, Yoga for All

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