Description: My Words Have Meaning: A Kid's Look at Gestalt Language is a heartwarming story that celebrates communication in all its forms - perfect for families, educators, and anyone who supports neurodivergent children.
Anna has her own way of communicating. She learns language in whole phrases - songs, scripts, and playful sentences that she saves until the moment she needs them. At home, at school, and everywhere in between, Anna shows that her words have meaning... even when they may sound different from everyone else's.
Through Anna's school day full of friends, routines, and big feelings, readers learn how children who use gestalt language processing communicate with creativity, emotion, and intention.
Told with warmth and understanding, My Words Have Meaning helps children recognize that every communication style deserves respect. This story gently models how peers and adults can respond with empathy, curiosity, and connection.
This book is perfect for:
- Parents and caregivers of gestalt language processors
- Speech-language pathologists and educators
- Neurodiversity-affirming classrooms
- Social-emotional learning lessons
- Families seeking stories about communication differences, echolalia, or autism-friendly themes
Kids will learn:
- That language can develop in phrases, songs, and scripts
- That their words matter - even when others don't understand right away
- How listening with kindness helps everyone feel seen and valued
Includes a Note to Parents & Educators
A clear, accessible guide explains gestalt language processing, how children acquire gestalts, and practical ways to support communication at home and school.
A beautiful celebration of communication, understanding, and the power of every child's voice!
Brief description: Nabila Khan is a lifelong educator passionate about helping children feel seen, understood, and valued. With a background in language assessment, educational statistics, and teaching, she creates stories to uplift neurodivergent voices. Nabila received a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and Sociology from the University of Michigan-Dearborn and a Master's degree in Education from the University of Illinois-Chicago.