Hey there, friends!
You all know my son, right? He’s the one who often shouts out answers instead of raising his hand. The one who makes you laugh with his spinning and running around in circles. You might have felt confused when he doesn’t respond to your questions or scared when his happy smile turns into an intense snarl. Yes, he’s the one who sometimes hits the teacher or throws chairs when he gets upset.
I want to share something important: my son has autism. I know that might not mean much to you now, but it might in the future. What matters most is that he genuinely wants to be your friend. I’ve seen him try to connect with you. He asks you to play, but sometimes you’re too far away to hear him. Occasionally, he might knock over your block tower and then immediately ask to play a game. He even talks about you at home and calls you his friends. It’s a bit confusing, but he believes you understand him, even when he doesn’t express it clearly.
I really appreciate your kindness and forgiveness. Even when he gets frustrated and yells or pushes, I see you right there playing with him the next day, sometimes giving him a hug. You all have such big hearts!
But what worries me is the day you might start to judge him. When you feel overwhelmed by his outbursts or tired of talking to someone who can’t make eye contact. I fear the moment when teasing begins because he says things that don’t quite make sense or you don’t know how to react to his unusual way of speaking.
Please remember, beneath that tough exterior, my son truly cares about you. He wants to be your buddy.
Did you know that 1 in 68 kids are diagnosed with autism? That means there might be a couple of you in class who face similar challenges. For those of you who struggle with social interactions, it may be even harder to understand each other.
Just keep in mind that while the bruises and scratches my son might give you will fade with time and love from your family, the invisible scars he may carry from unkind words and stares could last much longer.
You have the power to choose kindness and set a great example for others. Though I worry for my son, I still hold onto hope that you will show him the respect he deserves, even when it’s not always returned.
With love,
A Fellow Parent
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Summary: This letter to a preschool class highlights the importance of understanding and compassion towards children with autism. It emphasizes the need for kindness and connection while reminding classmates that everyone has their own struggles.