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Tuning in to Alex

Understanding Auditory Processing Disorder (APD)
for Children and their Champions

Cover of the children's book "Tuning In to Alex: Understanding Auditory Processing Disorder (APD) for Children and their Champions" written by Cliff Edwards in collaboration with Dr. Angela Loucks Alexander. A joyful curly-haired boy in a red-and-white striped shirt and blue pants dances with eyes closed and a big smile while colourful musical notes and wavy sound lines swirl around Alex on a blue-purple background.

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About

Follow Alex’s journey with Auditory Processing Disorder (APD) and learn how he thrives with the right support using simple, effective strategies. This heart-warming, beautifully illustrated children’s book—created in collaboration with Dr. Angela Alexander and illustrated by Bridget Acreman—introduces young readers to APD, a neurological condition where the brain has difficulty interpreting sounds, especially speech. Through Alex’s experiences, children learn that everyday challenges can be overcome with support and creativity. Written in clear, child-friendly language, Tuning in to Alex helps children with auditory or sensory processing difficulty feel understood and empowered. It also guides parents, caregivers, educators, and peers in creating a calm and more inclusive, empathetic environment. Filled with practical examples and conversation starters, this book is ideal for: - families navigating an APD diagnosis - teachers supporting diverse learners - audiologists, speech pathologists, occupational therapists and allied health professionals - classrooms and friendship groups, encouraging empathy and inclusion. Tuning in to Alex promotes neurodiversity, emotional literacy, resilience and the importance of the right support making a world of difference—making it an essential resource for anyone supporting children with invisible disability, learning or neurological condition. A beautifully layered children’s story that speaks to both kids and adults, offering a fresh and affirming take on identity, inclusion, and self-understanding. Perfect for children aged 5–10 and the grown-ups in their lives.

Beautifully illustrated 

This cheeky elephant plush toy makes 5. Description: Beautiful illustration of four happy children playing outdoors on a grassy field under a clear sky with green topped trees. In the foreground, Alex (a curly-haired boy in a striped red and white shirt) excitedly holds up the small light-grey plush elephant, while a girl beside him smiles and holds a plush monkey. Another girl kicks a yellow soccer ball in the background, and a boy waves happily ready to catch .. or miss (GOAL!). Illustrated by Bridget Acreman.

Empowers children

A child-friendly story that explains Auditory Processing Disorder (APD) in simple, fun ways young kids can truly understand, helping them feel seen and strong.

No cuddly elephants here. Wait up!. This cheeky ‘elephant’ is sneaking in as a swirling word makes 6. Description: Cozy bedtime illustration of a curly-haired boy (Alex) in red pyjamas, tucked under a green blanket and pointing excitedly at colourful swirling thought trails rising from an open purple book. Alex’s mum with brown hair in a yellow striped top reads aloud beside them. The playful swirling words above read 'elephant', 'monkey', and 'giraffe' in bright colours against a soft blue wall, with a bedside clock showing 7:56. Illustrated by Bridget Acreman.

Guides adults

Practical APD strategies and easy conversation starters for parents, educators, and pros. Empowering you to confidently support children with Auditory Processing Disorder every day.

This cheeky elephant sitting quietly makes number 7. Description: Gentle illustration of a curly-haired child (Alex) in a striped red and white shirt sitting thoughtfully on a beige couch, the small light-grey plush elephant is placed next to Alex. In the foreground, Alex’s sister with blonde curls in a pink dress dances with a small labrador dog (Bobby) on its hind legs, while the larger golden labrador Marley peeks over the couch back. Swirling musical notes and symbols float through the room, with a wall clock showing around 20 minutes past 5 o’clock (5:20), a family photo on the wall, and purple curtains framing a bright window. Illustrated by Bridget Acreman.

Promotes empathy

Builds empathy and true inclusion for kids facing auditory or sensory processing difficulties, like APD, creating kinder classrooms and families where every child thrives.

What people are saying ...

Love this!

It is so important for individuals to see themselves in literature!!!

Yesterday, when I finished therapy with a teen, her mom was reading it with tears in her eyes and said how much she wished she'd had the book when her daughter was younger.

It's really so great!

 A wonderful picture book about a young boy with an auditory processing disorder.

Hi! I am Alex ... 

Credits


Published by Green Hill Publishing.

Written by Cliff Edwards in collaboration with 
Dr. Angela Loucks Alexander (www.APD.support.com).

 

Illustrated by Bridget Acreman.

With contributions by ...

Lyla-Mae Edwards,
Briana Espirito Santo Adelaide Hills Therapy Hub, Vanda Mutton, Rebecca Fletcher (www.wordsonwords.com.au).

Two Amazon Best Seller badges in gold ribbon style for the Audiology & Speech Pathology category: one from amazon.ca and one from amazon.com.au - Link to the book on Amazon.com.

Let's try ... celebrating every win!

 

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