World Autism Awareness Day

World Autism Awareness Day is April 2, 2019. Why do we have a day to learn about autism?

White House lit blue for Autism Awareness Day

Here you see the White House lit blue. Blue is a color for autism awareness. Autism affects how a person’s brain develops. It is something people are born with.

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World Autism Awareness Day is April 2, 2019. Why do we have a day to learn about autism?

Autism affects the human brain

People with autism may have trouble learning. They might also have trouble talking or making friends. They may not like loud noises and bright lights. Some people with autism may not like changes.

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World Autism Awareness Day is April 2, 2019. Why do we have a day to learn about autism?

Children raising their hands to answer a question in art class

On World Autism Day, we learn about people with autism. We can spread understanding and acceptance of people with autism.

What Do You Think? Why do you think it is important to learn about people with autism?

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