Neurodiversity

Neurodiversity

Resources and events for the neurodiverse community, including people with ADHD, Autism, Dyspraxia, Dyslexia, Dyscalculia and more.

Neurodiversity resources at the library

Neurodiversity resources at the library

Booklists

Autism for Adults

This booklist includes biographies, fiction and non-fiction titles that help demystify and celebrate autistic minds.

ADHD Smart

Books for adults with ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) and parents/carers helping children to navigate life with ADHD.

Neurodiversity - Our Voices - Teens

First crushes & budding romances; solving mysteries alongside friends; and navigating the stresses of high school & daily life.

Picture Books about Neurodiversity, Autism & Sensory Issues

Positive picture books featuring neurodiverse characters that help readers better understand or relate to children with sensory issues.

Autism

Autism New Zealand defines autism as a neurodevelopmental condition that affects cognitive, sensory, and social processing, changing the way people see the world and interact with others. They provide services and support, education and information on autism for autistic people and family / whānau, caregivers, and professionals who engage with them. The Autism New Zealand website has information on autism and resources for navigating it.

In April, Autism New Zealand runs Autism Acceptance Month.

He Karu, He Taringa Film Screening, part of a series

Drop in and watch the short film, He Karu, He Taringa, a story about how a takiwātanga (autistic) child sees and hears the world.

Sensory Hour at Redwood Library, part of a series

Aimed specifically at children and adults with sensory sensitivities, who may experience difficulties using a large, busy library.

Sensory Hour at Tūranga, part of a series

Sensory Hour is an oopportunity for people with sensory sensitivities to relax and enjoy the library.

Supporting Social Skills Workshop

Apr 29th | 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Are you a parent or teacher of a neurodivergent child (0-18 years)? Learn how you can support their social skills with Talk Together.

Booklists

Sensory Experiences: Picture Books for Tamariki and Whānau

Picture books about tamariki with diverse sensory needs.

Autism for Adults

This booklist includes biographies, fiction and non-fiction titles that help demystify and celebrate autistic minds.

Autism

Dyslexia

Dyslexia resources

Dyslexia

Learn about dyslexia, explore useful resources for dyslexic people, and find dyslexia-friendly books to read.

Dyslexia and eBook settings

Do you struggle to read because of dyslexia? Our eBook providers have many options for people with dyslexia.

Confessions of a dyslexic librarian

Find out how Katie has rediscovered the joy of reading through accessible formats, namely eBooks and eAudiobooks.

Resources about Dyslexia

Neurodiversity - Our Voices - Teens

First crushes & budding romances; solving mysteries alongside friends; and navigating the stresses of high school & daily life.

Picture Books about Neurodiversity, Autism & Sensory Issues

Positive picture books featuring neurodiverse characters that help readers better understand or relate to children with sensory issues.

Podcast - Discussing Autism

Podcast episode from human rights radio show Speak up - Kōrerotia, with suggested reading and resources on the topic of Autism.

Sensory Experiences: Picture Books for Tamariki and Whānau

Picture books about tamariki with diverse sensory needs.

Listen: Katie talks about dyslexia

Librarian Katie talks to Amy about dyslexia. Read the blog post Confessions of a dyslexic librarian.

Confessions of a dyslexic librarian

Find out how Katie has rediscovered the joy of reading through accessible formats, namely eBooks and eAudiobooks.

Listen: Interview with Dr Annick Janson

Clinical psychologist Dr Annick Janson (mother of Yaniv Janson) spoke to us from her home in Raglan about her personal and professional experience of the challenges and beautiful opportunities that neurodiversity can bring for whānau.

Neurodiversity Celebration Week

Neurodiversity Celebration Week in 2025 was on from 17-23 March and its purpose is "...to help the world to understand, value and celebrate the talents of neurodiverse minds".

The neurodiverse community includes people with ADHD, Autism, Dyspraxia, Dyslexia, Dyscalculia and more.

Back to Top