1. BIBLIOGRAPHY
Montgomery, Sy. 2012. TEMPLE GRANDIN: HOW THE GIRL WHO LOVED COWS EMBRACED AUTISM AND CHANGED THE WORLD. New York: Houghton Mifflin Books for Children, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt. ISBN 978-0-547-44325-7.
2. PLOT SUMMARY
Temple Grandin’s parents knew she was different from the beginning of her life. Her mom did everything she could to give Temple the best education and opportunities. Like many kids with autism, Temple struggled to understand social situations and to control her emotions. However, she quickly learned to cope by taking advantage of her strengths and interests. Temple Grandin succeeded at earning a PhD and changing the cattle industry all over the world.
3. CRITICAL ANALYSIS
Temple Grandin is a fascinating person, and I really enjoyed this book! The tone and syntax of the work fit the subject matter and intended audience. From the sources listed and the amount of material that are direct quotes from Ms. Grandin, the accuracy of the information presented seems very astute. The organization of the book is primarily chronological, with subtext inserted about relevant topics. The authenticity of the text is augmented by the quotes and contributions of Ms. Grandin’s relatives and friends.
Montgomery does a nice job of including explanations and pronunciations for the pertinent, but particular terminology with which some readers may be unfamiliar. The design of the book is a great mixture of text, photographs and illustrations. Some of the illustrations are Grandin’s designs of her interesting inventions or systems.
Some of the more minor details of the book that still have a positive impact on the reading experience are the colorful pages and the bigger font. My favorite aspect of the book is the Appendix, “Temple’s Advice for Kids on the Spectrum.” What a beautiful and meaningful addition, meant to help and encourage readers that may have the same neurological difference as her! I will be buying a copy of this book for our school library!
4. AWARDS & REVIEW EXCERPT(S)
ALA Notable Children's Books, 2013
Horn Book Magazine, March 2012: “One of Grandin's greatest gifts is her ability to describe what it is like inside her mind and how her mind and nervous system are similar to those of animals. Because of this, Montgomery's book not only tells the powerful story of one amazing woman's life journey, but also has potential to help readers understand autistic people and animals.”
Kirkus Reviews, February 2012: “A well written, admiring and thought-provoking portrait.”
Library Media Connection starred, November 2012
School Library Journal starred, April 2012
Science Books & Films (AAAS), November 2012
Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA), February 2012
5. CONNECTIONS
*This book about Temple Grandin would be a great addition to a collection of nonfiction books about neurodiversity, along with other books like A different kind of normal : my real-life completely true story about being unique by Abigail Balfe, or Funny, you don't look autistic : a comedian's guide to life on the spectrum by Michael McCreary.
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