A year of firsts

Sorry I haven't been here for a while. Have been busy with workshops and writing. Here is my year so far.

2025 has been a year of firsts for me. I have done so much already this year that I haven’t done before.

I have travelled to different libraries within London and outside my local area.

I have done my first school visit.

I have worked with SEN children.

I attended my first industry conference as an exhibitor.

I have done virtual networking.

I have been to a workshop with Ashley Kirkwood and finally met her.

On Thursday I did something that autistic people find hard to do and that is go to social gatherings for general chat. I joined a few others in the craft club I go to for tea and chat at one of the members house. And sat out in the garden in the sun (now have a slight tan. I had a nice time.

In a couple of weeks I will be doing my first podcast interview.

If you are within London and are interested in my workshops with SEN children, please let your local library know and ask them to contact me. There is a charge.

Find out about my children's autism books next Saturday

 This time next week I will have done my first talk and workshop to a SEN group at Dulwich library. My server can't upload the poster I have so I will post the details here.

Saturday 8 June 2024 from 2pm - 3.30pm

Sensory session at Dulwich library

A relaxed session for families with neurodivergent children this includes children with autistic spectrum disorder, adhd and anyone with SEND who would particularly benefit from a tailored sensory environment 

Play with sensory toys, meet other parents and carers and find out about books and resources for supporting your child. siblings welcome. 

Join local author Julie Day who will be talking about her books including Rainbow School, a series following a group of children with autism as they navigate school life and friendships. Julie will also be selling her books for £5, please bring cash only.

Her books are also available to borrow from the library.

www.julieaday.co.uk

For more information please contact emilie - emilie.lewis@southwark.gov.uk

Places are limited to 25 for space. If you know of anyone who might be interested, please let them know.