<P>This empowering workbook will help children and young people to develop a positive understanding of their autistic identity. </P><P>Highly structured and visual, the workbook is broken down into key sections such as ''Interests and focus'', ''Masking'', ''Emotions and energy levels'' and ''My autistic identity statement'' to create a personal passport and to develop a deeper understanding of what autism means to the young person as an individual. Content has been shaped by autistic advisors and contributors, with first-hand experiences of young people woven throughout. The workbook aims to encourage and build:</P><UL><LI>An understanding of what autism is</LI><LI>An understanding of what autism means to them (their autistic identity)</LI><LI>A positive sense of self</LI><LI>An acknowledgement of things that may be trickier</LI><LI>A pride in being autistic.</LI></UL><P>Having a positive understanding of your autistic identity is an indicator of higher self-esteem and wellbeing as an