Khahari Discovers the Brilliance of Janae (Book) - 10/16/2025 3:36:58 PM
We meet up with Khahari at the beginning of the story. He got a plant he was to take care of over spring break.
He finds out that his cousin is coming to visit. Will she help Khahari learn about plants? Will Khahari change his mind about plants being boring to being fun?
This book is done well. Children can learn about plants and their importance, as well as how they help us and the planet. Children are introduced to various black scientists.
Though you get to learn about plants, although it is too plant-based and lacks much scientific evidence, there is a little bit of that.
Khahari Discovers the Meaning of Autism (Book) - 6/15/2024 7:47:55 PM
Khahari Discovering the Meaning of Autism is an excellent educational book for children. It is simple and explains the emotions of Khahari, his friend Omari, and Omari's cousin Jayden.
The boys decide they want to play. Kharhari goes out to play basketball with his friend Omari. When they do, Omari introduces Jayden to Khahari, and they start playing. However, a misunderstood happens when Jayden goes after the ball and takes it inside. Will Khahari and Omari play again, or will a misunderstanding get in the way?
When playing, misunderstandings happen. Things go awry. Will learning about something you do not know and trying to have fun help Khahari and Omari come to an understanding? Can they help teach Jayden how to share by taking turns and playing a game?
As the story unfolds, the children learn and understand each other. This book is about Khahari, Omari, and Jayden. It shows that children with autism are not so different in their desire to play. They just have a unique way of understanding. By asking questions and learning about themselves, your child can help educate all children. Khahari is learning about autism, and Jayden is learning about sharing and taking turns. And together, we're all learning about empathy and inclusivity.
Omari and Khahari, through their understanding of the challenges and struggles of autism, strengthen their friendship and help each other out. This is a lesson all children can benefit from. The author has made it simple and easy to understand and read, ensuring that the journey of learning is enjoyable for children. And the best part? The fun and learning don't end with the book. They continue in real life, where understanding and empathy can make a world of difference.
Khahari Discovers the Meaning of Autism (Book) - 7/27/2020 1:24:41 PM
In the PDF given to me to review for “Khahari Discovers the Meaning of Autism”, all the illustrations except for the cover page was left out. The message was still displayed wonderfully. The book has an adorable story about a boy learning how to play with his friend’s cousin who has autism. It explains to kids about teaching their peers with autism, about being patient and understanding, as well as what autism is and how it affects a child’s life. Within the story there are questions that engage kids to think, “Why?” and, “How come he reacted this way?’. This is a beautiful story that is appropriate for all kids, I highly recommend it for everyone.
Khahari Discovers the Meaning of Autism (Book) - 4/9/2018 8:23:05 AM
I am a former teacher and after reading the book I automatically thought, the book would be great for group reading and teacher-to-class reading.
The teaching aspect is right on. The out loud questions you placed made you think the why and whats.
I hope to get the book in case I would need it for a lesson.
Thank you for the work you put into the book.
