My Friend Bernard - Paperback

by Marcelle Oconnor (Author)

My Friend Bernard is a story about neurodiversity, acceptance, and friendship. This story is not told in a traditional way; instead, it is a series of windows into the friendship between the two main characters. This story is narrated by a young boy, telling the reader about his new friend. This book aims to showcase neurodiverse characters in a manner that is non-judgmental, realistic, positive, and possibly informative.

Bernard is new at school and is befriended by another child in his class. The reader is provided with glimpses into their friendship, social struggles, communication differences, and compassion towards one another. This is an important story as it is one many children can relate to themselves or others in their lives. This type of story is not one commonly told, and hopefully, many can find meaning in the words and artwork.