Tic Talk: Living with Tourette Syndrome: A 9-Year-Old Boy's Story in His Own Words (Hardcover)

by Dylan Peters (Author) "My name is Dylan, and I am going to be in third grade in a couple of weeks..." (more)
Key Phrases: Tourette Syndrome

Editorial Reviews

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"...an insightful, entertaining, and educational look at a young child with Tourette Syndrome. This story will open the reader's eyes and heart to what living with this syndrome is like for children and adults. ... Dylan shifts the reader's focus from emphasizing Tourette Syndrome toward the broader focus of coping with a major challenge. ...Bravo, Dylan Peters!" -- Susan Newman, Second Grade Teacher, Brougham Elementary School, Olathe, Kansas

"Dylan Peters has created a marvelous book which tells his story about having Tourette Syndrome and dealing with its challenges. ... Dylan's firsthand account of his experiences conveys information that is meaningful to young students and builds a foundation for understanding and sensitivity." -- Brian Lowe, Principal, Brougham Elementary School, Olathe, Kansas

"Dylan has given kids something to talk about. He has done an amazing job of putting the words into kid language. After children read this book, they will better understand Tourette's and what it is like to be a little different. Nice work Dylan, you hit it on the money!" -- Brad Cohen, Author of Front of the Class: How Tourette Syndrome Made Me the Teacher I Never Had

"Tic Talk by third grade student Dylan Peters is a wonderful book that can teach people of all ages about the challenges that go along with Tourette Syndrome. This book is not only a reflection of a gifted student writer, but also a deeply personal account of his experiences with the disorder. Dylan mixes humor with reality to create an inspirational story for all." -- Laura Orscheln-Smith, Counselor, Brougham Elementary School, Olathe, Kansas

"What a wonderful inspiration for children and parents. This should read by all parents and children who receive the diagnosis of Tourette Syndrome. I will share with everyone who walks in the door!" -- Becky Ottinger, Executive Director, Joshua Child and Family Development Center

Product Description
Dylan Peters has lived with Tourette Syndrome more than half of his young life. Only four years old when he was first diagnosed with TS, Dylan is now nine and ready to enter the fourth grade. What he's learned about tolerance and acceptance during those five years, most of us fail to learn in an entire lifetime. In his own words--often humorous, always insightful--Dylan helps others, young and old, understand Tourette Syndrome and the enormous pressures this little, mysterious affliction places on those who have it and on those who love them. Illustrated by Dylan's friend, Zachary Wendland.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 50 pages
• Publisher: Little Five Star; 1 edition (January 1, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1589850513
• ISBN-13: 978-1589850514
• Product Dimensions: 8.1 x 7.7 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #237,311 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Cedar Creek Elementary Review, January 24, 2007

A Kid's Review

I had a great time listening to your story it was fascinating.
I really recommend this book to anyone! I learned alot about TS.
I thought he was brave to go to school.
I learned a lot about teasing and kindness.
I liked your book, it teaches a very important lesson about acceptance.
I think it is a good thing to share your problems with your friends and teachers. True friends like you for who you are.
Mrs. Cochran's second class
Mrs Giebler-Counselor

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A book any child with TS can relate to, January 29, 2008

By	C. Baker "skye" - See all my reviews

This is a really excellent book. My 7 year old daughter has TS and for the first time is understanding she is not alone. She is starting to become worried what others will think of her Tourette's and I know that Dylan's story will help her tremendously. I am going to share it with her teacher and maybe share it with the classroom, as Dylan did in the story showing his amazing courage. This book will help children accept the differences in others.

Thank you Dylan and God Bless!!

5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Highly recommended picturebook for school libraries and for teaching young people everywhere about Tourette Syndrome., February 3, 2007

By	Midwest Book Review (Oregon, WI USA) - See all my reviews

Written by a 9-year-old boy who was diagnosed with Tourette Syndrome at age 4, Tic Talk: Living with Tourette Syndrome tells young Dylan Peters' story about day-to-day life with Tourette Syndrome in his own words. Simple, colorful illustrations by Dylan's best friend Zachary Wendland drive home this straightforward, tell-it-like-it-is story. "TS causes uncontrollable body movements or sometimes repeating words, sounds, or phrases over and over. These are called tics. The biggest bummer about having tics is that you can't make them stop no matter how hard you try, and believe me I have tried! It's like your brain has a mission to annoy you and make everyone around you notice these bizarre actions." A set of ten successful strategies for working with children with Tourette Syndrome and a list of additional resources round out this highly recommended picturebook for school libraries and for teaching young people everywhere about Tourette Syndrome.