04/21/2026
π Book Rec #4 for Autism Acceptance Month!
Ever watched a child shut down in a crowded, noisy room and wondered what was happening inside their mind? When Things Get Too Loud by Anne Alcott gives us a window into exactly that.
Bo's "Feel-O-Meter" climbs from 1 to 10 as the world around him gets to be too much β the sounds, the smells, the overwhelming rush of it all. But when he meets an unexpected little friend, something shifts.
This one is special because it doesn't just tell the story β it gives kids and caregivers a visual tool to navigate big feelings together. The Feel-O-Meter makes emotions concrete and approachable, which is exactly what kids who experience sensory overload need. π
Whether your child is neurodivergent or neurotypical, this is a book that builds empathy from the inside out.
Perfect for home, classrooms, and therapy settings alike.
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