I am me… because I am Autistic you see. 

I am me… 

A smiling Amelia discovering a black cat with bright eyes in a backyard with flowers and trees

Amelia was a little girl who loved exploring. One day, she found a black cat in her backyard. The cat had bright eyes and a gentle purr. Amelia decided to name her new friend Cat. They quickly became inseparable.

A New Friend

Amelia watching leaves dance in the wind, with her Mummy standing nearby with a loving expression

Amelia was different from other kids. She was autistic, which made her see the world in a special way. Sometimes, loud noises bothered her. But she loved the way the leaves danced in the wind. Her mummy always told her she was unique.

Amelia's World

Amelia sitting peacefully in a garden full of blooming flowers and butterflies, with the black Cat curled up beside her

Amelia loved spending time in the garden. She would watch the flowers bloom and the butterflies flutter. Cat would sit beside her, purring softly. The garden was a place where Amelia felt calm and happy. It was her little paradise.

The Colorful Garden

Amelia on a swing in a sunny park, with the black Cat playing with fallen leaves nearby

One sunny day, Amelia and her mummy went to the park. Amelia was excited to see the swings and slides. She played with Cat, who chased the falling leaves. Other children played nearby, but Amelia was happy in her own world. She knew she was special just as she was.

A Day at the Park

Amelia and her Mummy sitting together on a couch, with the black Cat curled up in Amelia's lap

Amelia's mummy always explained things to her. She told Amelia that being different was okay. Amelia learned that everyone has their own way of seeing the world. Cat seemed to understand her too. Together, they made a perfect team.

Understanding Amelia

Amelia wearing a makeshift pirate hat in the backyard, with the black Cat wearing a tiny captain's hat

One day, Amelia and Cat went on an adventure. They imagined they were pirates searching for hidden treasure. The backyard became a vast ocean. Amelia giggled as Cat pretended to be the captain. It was the best adventure ever.

The Big Adventure

Amelia in her garden showing flowers to two smiling children, with the black Cat watching from nearby

Amelia decided to invite her friends over. She wanted to show them her garden and introduce them to Cat. Her friends loved playing pretend games. They all learned about each other's uniqueness. Amelia felt proud to be herself.

Sharing with Friends

Amelia hugging the black Cat tightly with a content smile on her face, with her Mummy watching proudly from nearby

Amelia realized something important. She was happy being who she was. Her mummy always reminded her, 'I am me, because I am autistic, you see.' Amelia smiled and hugged Cat tightly. Together, they knew they could conquer the world.