My Name Is Jacob and I Am Autistic

About the Book

This is a story about a family that has a two year-old little boy who is autistic and struggles to talk, scribble with a crayon and take off his socks. After visiting Ms. Mary, his healthcare provider, his family begins the long journey of speech and occupational therapy to help Jacob accomplish his goals. By the time Jacob graduates from Pre-K, he has learned to talk, work puzzles, cut with scissors and even write his name. This book describes Jacob’s early struggles and how he conquered those struggles to catch up with his peers. This is a story about encouragement, hope, and patience and was written for autistic children and their families, as well as the many children interacting with autistic children.

About the Author

Mary B. Hammock is a graduate of Emory University and a practicing Pediatric Nurse Practitioner. After working for many years, she opened her own pediatric practice in Marietta, Georgia. Ms. Mary loves her career, watching her patients grow and making a difference in families’ lives. She lives in Kennesaw with her loving husband and four young children. Her favorite time is in the evening when all the children cuddle in the bed with her to read bedtime stories – sometimes it is one book, sometimes it is four.