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You Can Say Hi with Only a Smile

by Merriam Sarcia Saunders

A hello can take many forms

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AlbakiReads Editorial

A hello can take many forms

A smile, a wave, spoken words, signing, or an assistive device can each be part of saying hello. This picture book centers on the idea that communication varies from person to person and that different ways of expressing oneself deserve acceptance. Its focus on everyday greetings gives young children a concrete entry point to conversations about inclusion, empathy, and neurodiversity.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Children ages 4–8 exploring different ways people communicate
  • Families and educators introducing inclusion and neurodiversity
  • Classroom or therapy settings discussing social-emotional learning

Themes

Communication diversityInclusion and acceptanceEmpathyNeurodiversity

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Book overview

Can a smile say just as much as words? Absolutely--and it might be someone's favorite way to say hello.

You Can Say Hi with Only a Smile is a warm and inclusive picture book that celebrates all the different ways people communicate. Whether it's speaking, signing, waving, using a device, or simply smiling, every style is valid and beautiful. This gentle story helps children understand that communication looks different for everyone--and that's perfectly okay.

Key Features:

  • Encourages kids to embrace different communication styles with empathy and confidence
  • Supports social-emotional learning and neurodiversity awareness
  • Perfect for ages 4-8--great for classrooms, therapists, and family reading
  • Created by Magination Press, the children's imprint of the American Psychological Association--trusted experts in children's emotional development
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