In this engaging and informative biography, we learn about Dr. Temple Grandin, a scientist who has worked for years in the livestock industry developing cruelty-free methods for handling animals. When Grandin was younger her parents felt that something wasn't quite "right" with their child; she didn't laugh, she didn't hug her parents and she didn't speak. In 1950, when Temple was three, she was diagnosed with autism. Grandin's mother refused to send Temple to an institution, which was common at the time. Grandin went on to attend school and eventually earn a doctorate degree. Due to her autism, loud noises were extremely uncomfortable and words were often unclear. While Temple had some significant struggles as a child, she also had many gifts. Grandin uses her gifts to improve the treatment and experiences of livestock. Montgomery writes about both Grandin's life and achievements and autism with clarity, sensitivity and respect.
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Baskin, Nora Raleigh. Anything But Typical. S & S, 2009.
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