The Space We're In
School year: Year 4, Year 5, Year 6, Year 7, Year 8
No. of pages 176
Published: 2021
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In "The Space We're In" by Katya Balen, the story follows Frank, a young boy grappling with his family's complex dynamics, particularly as they pertain to his younger brother, who has autism. As Frank navigates the challenges of family life, friendships, and self-identity, he finds solace in his imagination and the natural world around him. The narrative beautifully explores themes of love, understanding, and the different ways people experience the world, making it a heartfelt journey of acceptance and growth. Through Frank's eyes, readers are invited to witness the beauty and struggles of living in a family touched by disability. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is aimed at children at US 3rd grade-7th grade.
This book has been graded for interest at 8-12 years.
There are 176 pages in this book. This book was published in 2021 by Margaret Ferguson Books .
Katya Balen read English at university and then completed an MPhil researching the impact of stories on autistic children's behaviour. She has worked in a variety of special-needs schools and is the co-founder of Mainspring Arts - a not-for-profit organisation that provides creative opportunities for neurodivergent adults. Laura Carlin is an illustrator and ceramicist based in London. She has won numerous awards for her children's books, including a BolognaRagazzi Award and a V&A Book Illustration Award. Her favourite things to draw are dogs and sad people.