Autism is not a limitation but a different way of seeing the world. Every child with autism has their own rhythm, dreams, and talents. As teachers, we have the responsibility and privilege to support them, provide a safe environment, and help them discover their potential.

     This digital book brings together the thoughts, messages, and support of the teachers involved in our project. Every word on these pages is a step toward greater understanding, empathy, and inclusion.

         Together, we light up blue for autism awareness!

Nu toți copiii comunică prin cuvinte, dar toți simt și înțeleg iubirea. Fiecare îmbrățișare, fiecare privire caldă, fiecare gest blând îi ajută să se simtă în siguranță. Să fim acea siguranță pentru ei!

Teacher Rodica Araiman, Centrul Școlar de Educație Incluzivă ”ORIZONT”, Oradea, Romanania

Not all children communicate with words, but they all feel and understand love. Every hug, every warm glance, and every gentle gesture helps them feel safe. Let’s be that safe for them!

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Teacher Joanna Zalewska-Coldron, Zespół Szkół Nr 16 w

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Są ludzie, organizacje i społeczności niosące wsparcie osobom z autyzmem. Każdy ma prawo do akceptacji, zrozumienia i możliwości rozwijania swojego potencjału. Niech Światowy Dzień Świadomości autyzmu przypomina, że wytrwałość i miłość Rodziców Osób z Autyzmem ma ogromne znaczenie! To oni zmieniają świat na lepsze!

There are people, organizations and communities that provide support. Everyone has the right to acceptance, understanding and the opportunity to develop their potential. Let World Autism Awareness Day remind us that the power and love of Parents of People with Autism is of great importance! They are the ones who change the world for the better!

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Teacher Mădălina Diana Ardelean Centrul Școlar de Educație Incluzivă ”ORIZONT”, Oradea, Romanania

Autism is not a barrier, but another way of perceiving the world. With acceptance and empathy, we can build bridges towards inclusive education. Every small step a child takes is a great victory for all of us!

Autismul nu este o barieră, ci o altă manieră de a percepe lumea. Prin acceptare și empatie, putem construi punți către o educație incluzivă. Fiecare mic pas pe care îl face un copil este o mare victorie pentru noi toți!

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A different way of perceiving the world, of socializing can be understood through kindness and openness to inclusion. If you understand, you can help! 

Un mod diferit de a percepe lumea, de a socializa poate fi înțeles prin bunătate și deschidere spre incluziune. Dacă înțelegi, poți ajuta! 

Teacher Florica Crișan, Colegiul Național „Octavian Goga”, Marghita, România

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Teacher Odeta Budraitė, Kelme special school, Lithuania

They communicate differently, they behave differently. But only with our and others' help, understanding, and patience can we always support them.

Jie bendrauja kitaip, jie elgiasi kitaip. Bet tik mūsų ir kitų pagalba, supratimas ir kantrybė visada jiems gali padėti.

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Teacher Songül Palandöken, Fevzi Çakmak İlkokulu, Türkiye 

Autism is a difference, not a deficiency. The world of individuals with autism may be different from ours, but that doesn't mean their world is less valuable. They need love, respect, and understanding just like we do. 

Otizm bir eksiklik değil, bir farklılıktır. Otizmli bireylerin dünyası bizimkinden farklı olabilir, ancak bu onların dünyasının daha az değerli olduğu anlamına gelmez. Tıpkı bizim gibi sevgiye, saygıya ve anlayışa ihtiyaçları vardır. 

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Teacher Fatma Nazli Ayvaz, Fevzi Çakmak İlkokulu, Türkiye

Children with autism can develop effective social skills with appropriate support. As their speaking and communication skills improve, they can express their feelings and thoughts more easily. 

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Otizm bir eksiklik değil, bir farklılıktır. Otizmli bireylerin dünyası bizimkinden farklı olabilir, ancak bu onların dünyasının daha az değerli olduğu anlamına gelmez. Tıpkı bizim gibi sevgiye, saygıya ve anlayışa ihtiyaçları vardır. 

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Ο αυτισμός δεν είναι ασθένεια. Κάθε αυτιστικό άτομο είναι μοναδικό, με τις δικές του ικανότητες, προκλήσεις και κατανόηση του κόσμου. Δεν πρέπει να εστιάζουμε στις δυσκολίες, αλλά στη δημιουργικότητα, την ευφυΐα και την ιδιαίτερη αντίληψη που συχνά έχουν τα άτομα με αυτισμό.

Teacher Sofia Nikolaidi/ Zoi Agorou, EEEEK Ioanninon, Ioannina, Greece

Autism is not a disease. Each autistic person is unique, with their own abilities, challenges, and understanding of the world. We should not focus on the difficulties but on the creativity, intelligence, and unique perception that autistic individuals often have.

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Sizin kendinizi ifade etme şeklinize herkesten ayrı açan bir çiçek gibi parlak ve özgün olmanıza hayranım.Yaşadığınız tüm zorlukların yanında el verince ilerleyen gücünüz ve toplumda var olma çabanız için elimden geleni yapmaya hazırım.Sevgi verdikçe büyüyen ve iyileştiren bir ilaçtır

Teacher Semiha Kılıç,Uzunmehmet Özel Eğitim ve Uygulama Okulu,Türkiye

I admire the way you express yourself—bright and unique, like a flower that blooms differently from all others. Despite all the challenges you face, your strength grows when given support, and I am ready to do whatever I can to help in your effort to exist in society. Love is a remedy that grows and heals as it is given.

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Priviți dincolo de ceea ce pare o limitare și observați darurile pe care mi le-a oferit autismul. Poate nu mă pricep la contact vizual sau conversație, dar nu mint, nu trișez, nu batjocoresc și nu judec. Sunt atent la detalii și am o capacitate extraordinară de concentrare. Doar ai răbdare cu mine.

Teacher Aruști Florentina-Crenguta, Liceul Ștefan D. Luchian, Ștefănești-Botoșani-România

Look beyond what seems like a limitation and see the gifts autism has given me. I may not be good at eye contact or conversation, but I don’t lie, cheat, mock, or judge. I notice details and have an extraordinary ability to focus. Just be patient with me.

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Teacher Eser Akkın,Fevzi Çakmak İlkokulu, Türkiye

Autism is not a problem to solve, but a reality to accept. Let’s help these children find their place in the world, without forcing them to be anyone other than who they are.

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Otizm bir çözülmesi gereken sorun değil, kabul edilmesi gereken bir gerçektir. Bu çocukların dünyada kendilerine bir yer bulmalarına yardımcı olalım, onları olduklarından başka biri olmaya zorlamadan.

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