Mori's story
Zachary M. Gartenberg
A boy discusses his autistic brother, including his home life, foster home, schooling, and how the disease affects the whole family.
Read Time: ~0.4 hr
Don't forget Tom
by Hanne Larsen (1978)
About this book
Text and photographs chronicle the daily struggles, accomplishments, and pleasures of a six-year-old mentally handicapped boy.
Setting / LocationGlobal
Story EraModern Era
Protagonist / CoreDon't forget Tom Lead Character
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