Tuning in to Alex: Understanding Auditory Processing Disorder (APD) for Children and their Champions - Softcover

Edwards, Cliff

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1923265784 ISBN 13: 9781923265783

Publisher: Green Hill Publishing, 2025

Synopsis

Follow Alex’s journey with Auditory Processing Disorder (APD) and learn how he thrives with the right support using simple, effective strategies.

This heart-warming, beautifully illustrated children’s book—created in collaboration with Dr. Angela Alexander and illustrated by Bridget Acreman—introduces young readers to APD, a neurological condition where the brain has difficulty interpreting sounds, especially speech.

Through Alex’s experiences, children learn that everyday challenges can be overcome with support and creativity.

Written in clear, child-friendly language, Tuning in to Alex helps children with auditory or sensory processing difficulty feel understood and empowered.

It also guides parents, caregivers, educators, and peers in creating a calm and more inclusive, empathetic environment.

Filled with practical examples and conversation starters, this book is ideal for:

• families navigating an APD diagnosis

• teachers supporting diverse learners

• audiologists, speech pathologists, occupational therapists and allied health professionals

• classrooms and friendship groups, encouraging empathy and inclusion.

Tuning in to Alex promotes neurodiversity, emotional literacy, resilience and the importance of the right support making a world of difference—making it an essential resource for anyone supporting children with invisible disability, learning or neurological condition.

A beautifully layered children’s story that speaks to both kids and adults, offering a fresh and affirming take on identity, inclusion, and self-understanding. Perfect for children aged 5–10 and the grown-ups in their lives.

Next up

• Audio book (in development, ETA June 2025)
• eBook (in development, ETA to be confirmed 2025)
• Digital cutout animation video (in development, ETA to be confirmed 2025)

About this title

About the Author

Cliff Edwards is a passionate advocate for accessibility and inclusion. In 2019, he delivered the South Australian Government's pioneering community co-design approach to online accessibility, earning global recognition for his work. Cliff's writing bridges personal insight and public impact-from exploring regional heritage in Then and Now: A Local Guide to Hunstanton, King's Lynn & West Norfolk, to empowering young readers and their families through Tuning into Alex: Understanding Auditory Processing Disorder (APD) for Children and Their Champions. His work champions neurodiversity, resilience, and the right to be heard.

Edition details

• Publisher: Green Hill Publishing
• Publication date: 2025
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1923265784
• ISBN 13: 9781923265783
• Binding: Paperback
• Illustrator: Acreman Bridget
• Number of pages: 38