A detailed, interesting and fun read about what it's like to be a 13-year-old boy with Asperger's. One warms to Luke and his family - they come across as a happy, loving and mutually supportive. The book is filled with information, including some which is contentious (the possibility/likelihood that vaccinations have caused Asperger's.) I was also concerned at one stage when he said he thought schizophrenia might come under the Asperger's umbrella....it made me rather wonder about the rest of wh...

I had a lot of hesitation about allowing my son to be labeled, for the most part we did it for legal purposes when he was 7 so the school couldn't force him into 'special' classes and it's been a good choice. We ended up having him fully evaluated by a medical team of psychologists, pediatricians, etc and not through the school. My son is now entering the 7th grade in the gifted program, him being a student all those years ago they just wanted to push out because while his IQ was far above avera...

This should be on every educator's reading list. We don't all think alike, and this book, written by a 13-year old AS (Asperger Syndrome) boy helped me understand how he is "wired" differently. Excerpt:Luke Jackson, author, narrator describes a scene wherein he is daydreaming in math class... "I glance up and see the formidable form of the teacher. He towers over me, arms folded, the pungent mixture of sweat and after-shave filling my nostrils [extra sensitivity to sensory input is common amon...

What an interesting look at Asperger Syndrome, or AS....The author, Luke Jackson, is 13, and has AS...he writes with humor, logic, and sensitivity about lots of issues that affect all teens and children, but have special challenges for AS youngsters.He puts us in his shoes, explaining what the 'symptoms' feel like...he describes the sensory sensitivities and his strategies for living with these sensitivities.I appreciated the way he would stop and give tips for other AS kids, as well as teachers...

Public library book. Written by a 13-year old, which is awesome, meaning it is understandable and practical.This book is amazing! If you want to know what it's like inside a 13-year old with Asperger Syndrome (AS), living in a family with both AS kids and non-AS kids (five total), going to school, socializing (or not) .. this is the book for you. Luke covers a myriad of topics in a conversational tone, which is amazing for some on the autism spectrum --amazing because non-AS people have stereoty...

A non-fiction, own voices book about kids and adolescences with Asperger's syndrome, a syndrome that is a form of Autism. Luke Jackson wrote and had this book published when he was only 13, and this is about his experience with having AS. He gives tips to both those that have it, and the parents and teachers that are part of the their lives. He also shares stories, pictures, and photographs about his experience. This is a great starter read to understanding Asperger's and how to handle it. Havin...

This is really useful to help get a bit more insight into Autism/Asperger's from the perspective of a young person living with it. Luke is articulate and writes well. I would give a health warning though, Luke gives his own view of the role of diet in autism and this is quite a controversial area. I would advise anyone considering acting on his advice to read more widely than he suggests, his 'further reading' very much assumes a particular approach and he gives no indication that it isn't unive...

Some interesting insights but slightly disappointed (and in places annoyed.) Could have done with better editing. My advice would be read before you give it to your autistic child/ teenager. However am now seriously considering taekwondo classes (maybe for all of us!)

In my memory this book helped me a lot in understanding my own struggles with AS. Full of wit and self-mockery keeping things light and informative.

This is a great book and I recommend it for anyone to read. It is different from your usual non-fiction books. He specifically does not fill the book with facts but writes it more like a biography. It more about "this is what it is like living with autism spectrum disorder and here's how you can make things easier for us". He doesn't claim to know it all and frequently reminds you that he is only 13 so has a lot more to learn but he writes it so well. It is quite humourous too, with a list of id...

Annoying writing - preachy at best whiney at worst. Advocated the opinion that the person with the issue is the only one that can tell what ways one should deal with this issue. I know the book will be used to say various methods (diet, martial arts, pressure therapy) worked(?) for him so everyone has to jump on the bandwagon (take that Luke!) Seemed very shallow(!) and hardly worth the time to read.

It isn't as informative as those big list and study books out there--but this book is a must read for so many other reasons.Jackson wrote the book at the age of 13 and he actually has Aspergers. You can get a really good look at what goes on in their world, not only by his frank stories and admonitions, but just by his writing style.He's a one of a kind kid too. I'm very glad I got to read the book and get to know a little bit about what it's like to live that life.

This book was written as a kind of a self-help manual from one teen with Asperger's Syndrome to other kids who have it. It was charming and well-written. It gave me new insights into the mind of someone with Asperger's. You must read this if you have a child or teen with Asperger's. Also see his mother's story. It's amazing as well.

I LOVED this book. I gave it to my son to read too. He loved it as well. In it, Jackson reveals what it is like to be a 13 yr old boy w/Asperger Syndrome. An endearing boy, he writes as though he's talking to you directly, which makes it a fast read. I highly recommend this for parents, teachers and teens who have AS.

I like it and mostly I like that it gives you 13 year old asperger perspective

I absolutely adored this book, every single time I picked it up I text my very good friend, Monika and recommended the book to her for her son. It gives an insight into the mind of an adolescence with Asperger Syndrome. The book is brimmed to the top with tips, brilliant illustrations, an excellent insight into the brain of a young man with Asperger Syndrome, loves, laughs and a bit of tears.I wanted to read more on Autism so I was delighted when I picked this up, Luke seems wise beyond his year...

Well... I don't know why many people think about asperger syndrome as a disease. Really, I think that people with asperger are the normal ones in comparison with the majority. But... for most of the people I'm an extravagant and eccentric weirdo, with a peculiar sense of humor, and very logical, so maybe my opinion is not representative, or maybe I share some of the characteristics and that's the reason 🤷‍♀️

For a 13 year old author, this book is filled with insight, wisdom, self awareness and humour. Luke has managed to convey a great deal of understanding and knowledge on life as a teenager with autism. Freaks, Geeks and Asperger Syndrome is full of useful tips and guides to coping with the adolescent years, whether on the spectrum or not. Luke is clearly very clever and also writes in a natural way so that you get a feel of the person and the relevance of the information.

A really important book (especially because it was written by a kid on the Autism Spectrum). Written for parents and kids alike whose lives are impacted by Aspergers, now called Autism Level 1 or High Functioning Autism. I didn't finish it as my teen's experience with Autism is so different than the author's.

I am not one to write reviews though ill post just a short thought. I just want to say in the vast literature on Aspergers and ASD it is very refreshing to read something that is written from the perspective of someone that is actually afflicted rather than an outside observing. I also quite like that the reading experience was more stream of consciousness or even a monologue that I think is a lot like autistic thinking itself.

I didn't get anything out of it. This is meant for kids to read and maybe it would help Aspie kids feel a little more "normal" but as a parent of an Aspie kid, it gave me no more insight than I already had.

Just found out Luke Jackson wrote a sequel to this, which reminded me how great it was in 2002. The first own voices book about Aspergers I ever read, and right on time since I was working with lots of kids on autism spectrum in the public library back then. Seminal!

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Fantastic book giving a much needed first hand view of life with AS. Worth a read to anyone who is related to or works with children/teenagers who are on the spectrum. Wonderful.

Outstanding explanation of autism from a young boy's own experience.

This book would appeal to kids on the autism spectrum ages 11-14. It's written by a thirteen year old boy, and kids in this age range are likely to find it relatable.

It was great that a 13year old would write this book. It wasn't really what I was after. I knew much of the information already and found it repetitive. Easy reading style for teenagers though.

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I would thoroughly recommend this book to not only parents but older children who are maybe finding it hard to understand their differences. Luke's account of what it is like to have Asperger's Syndrome is not only informative but has a lovely sense of light heartedness in a way that others of a similar age would relate to. An absolutely fantastic read.