Description: Sam and Chester: How a Mischievous Pig Transformed the Life of My Autistic So... Product Overview When Sam Bailey-Merritt was just two years old, almost overnight he lost the ability to communicate or function. His mother, Jo, was at a loss as to what to do as she saw her son grow increasingly isolated and begin to suffer from uncontrollable meltdowns. Eventually, Sam was diagnosed with autism. Sam's condition continued to worsen and, just when Jo had all but given up hope of being able to help him, the family went on a day trip to a nearby miniature pig farm. Sam immediately bonded with a tiny ginger piglet called Chester, who stood sad and alone, apart from the rest of the litter. The connection between the boy and the animal was immediate and their unusual friendship blossomed from the moment the family brought Chester home. The tiny pig refused to leave Sam's side - it was as if he knew that Sam needed a friend. And, for the first time in five years, Jo saw her son really laugh. While Sam's confidence grew, Chester grew in a different way: the micro pig that was supposed to become the size of a Cocker Spaniel in fact ballooned to three times that size - with hilarious consequences for the family! Chester has turned Sam's life around. He now has the ability to communicate his feelings, make friends and is caring and kind towards others. _Sam and Chester_ is the heart-warming story of how a teacup-sized ginger pig helped to transform the life of a boy with autism. It is the emotional story of a mother's fight to win back her son. Details Publisher : Transworld Publishers; Reprint edition (April 6, 2017) Language : English Paperback : 336 pages ISBN-10 : 0552173266 ISBN-13 : 61 Item Weight : 8.5 ounces Dimensions : 5 x 0.83 x 7.75 inches Best Sellers Rank: #2,317,333 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #984 in Pet Mice, Hamster & Guinea Pig Pet Care #1,104 in Rabbit Pet Care #1,143 in Disabled People Demographic Studies (Books) #984 in Pet Mice, Hamster & Guinea Pig Pet Care #1,104 in Rabbit Pet Care Quality Products Have peace of mind knowing that your order will arrive original factory sealed packaging. That means that you'll have the full force of the manufacturer's warranty to protect your purchase. Fast and Free Shipping You're already purchasing the item. Why pay additional for shipping, especially slow shipping? We get your order shipped out and delivered to your doorstep as quickly as possible. Commitment We are committed to making sure that you leave this transaction satisfied. That means having access to real people that get your questions and concerns answered quickly. Give us a shot and we will make sure that you will look to us again!
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ISBN: 0552173266
ISBN10: 0552173266
ISBN13: 9780552173261
Book Title: Sam and Chester : How a Mischievous Pig Transformed the Life of My Autistic Son
Item Length: 7.8in.
Item Height: 0.9in.
Item Width: 5in.
Author: Jo Bailey
Format: United Kingdom-B Format Paperback
Language: English
Topic: Rabbits, Mice, Hamsters, Guinea Pigs, Etc., Autism Spectrum Disorders, Sociology / General, Personal Memoirs, Parenting / Motherhood, Animals / General
Publisher: Transworld The Limited
Publication Year: 2017
Genre: Family & Relationships, Biography & Autobiography, Nature, Pets, Social Science
Item Weight: 8.7 Oz
Number of Pages: 336 Pages
