Tom Needs to Go : A book about how to use public toilets safely for boys and young men with autism and related conditions

Author: Reynolds, Kate E., Powell, Jonathon

Society & social sciences

Published on 21 August 2014 by Jessica Kingsley Publishers as part of 'the Sexuality and Safety with Tom and Ellie' series.

Hardback | 36 pages, 14 colour illustrations
185 x 164 x 8 | 184g

When Tom is out shopping, he needs to go to the toilet. Tom knows that public toilets are different to his toilet at home. There are urinals and cubicles and he has to decide which to use.

This visual resource helps parents and carers teach boys and young men with autism or other special needs about how to use public toilets safely. It covers the subtleties of social etiquette including where to stand and look, as well as practicalities such as remembering to lock the cubicle door. With simple and effective illustrations throughout, the book is the perfect starting point for teaching independence when using public toilets.