Cherie Shifflett

Dandelions for Sasha Cherie Shifflett

"Dandelions for Sasha" puts autism into perspective for school-age children, from the point-of-view of a fifth-grader named Sasha, who has autism. This story helps others understand the unique challenges and shared similarities common with people with autism. Authored by Cherie Shifflett, a paraprofessional with experience working with children with autism, and illustrated by Courtney Wacker, a woman who overcame a traumatic brain injury and went on to earn a Bachelor's degree in visual arts and become an illustrator.