One-Eyed Teddy Bear

This story takes the reader back to the 1950's in mid-Iowa. Two young siblings differ on their perception of accepting a one-eyed Teddy Bear into their lives. Kathie always told the Teddy Bear how much she loved him and that made them both feel good. As years unfold, and motherhood arrives with the birth of a son, autism becomes a part of Kathie's life. The One-Eyed Teddy Bear is a symbol for acceptance, patience, guidance, knowledge, and love.Kathie Harrington, M.A.,Speech/Language Pathologist, has distinguished herself in the area of autism spectrum disorders. She has taught her grown son well, but it is nothing compared to what he has taught her.This story includes signs of autism that all parents will want to know and watch for in young children.