Temple Grandin: How the Girl Who Loved Cows Embraced Autism and Changed the World

When Temple Grandin was born, her parents knew that she was different. Years later she was diagnosed with autism.

While Temple's doctor recommended a hospital, her mother believed in her. Temple went to school instead.

Today, Dr. Temple Grandin is a scientist and professor of animal science at Colorado State University. Her world-changing career revolutionized the livestock industry. As an advocate for autism, Temple uses her experience as an example of the unique contributions that autistic people can make.

This compelling biography complete with Temple's personal photos takes us inside her extraordinary mind and opens the door to a broader understanding of autism.

Author: Sy Montgomery, Temple Grandin
Publisher: Clarion Books
Published: 04/03/2012
Pages: 160
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.45lbs
Size: 10.10h x 7.30w x 0.60d
ISBN: 9780547443157
Audience: Ages 9-12

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 7
Point Value: 4
Interest Level: Middle Grade
Quiz #/Name: 149986 / Temple Grandin: How the Girl Who Loved Cows Embraced Autism and Changed the World


Award: Cybils - Finalist
Award: Dorothy Canfield Fisher Children's Book Award - Nominee
Award: Capitol Choices: Noteworthy Books for Children and Teens - Recommended
Award: Jane Addams Children's Book Award - Honor Book
Award: Flicker Tale Children's Book Award - Nominee
Award: Grand Canyon Reader Award - Recommended
Award: Charlie May Simon Children's Book Award - Nominee
Award: William Allen White Childens Book Award - Nominee
Award: Young Hoosier Book Award - Nominee
Award: Land of Enchantment Book Award - Nominee


Review Citation(s):
Voice of Youth Advocates 02/01/2012 pg. 619 - Recommended - Hard To Beat
Kirkus Reviews 02/15/2012
Horn Book Magazine 03/01/2012 pg. 132
Booklist 03/15/2012 pg. 55
School Library Journal 04/01/2012 pg. 187
Shelf Awareness 04/20/2012
Hornbook Guide to Children 07/01/2012 pg. 177 - Superior,Well Above Average

About the Author

The Sibert medalist Sy Montgomery writes for adult and children about animals all over the world. From tarantulas in French Guiana, to pink dolphins in the Amazon, Sy explores the shared connections between humans and nature. Like Temple, Sy counts cows among her favorite animals. Sy lives in Hancock, New Hampshire. Visit her at www.symontgomery.com .