Autism and sensory processing - this Warwickshire Young Poet Laureate engagement was very close to my heart.
I was asked to read at Stratford- Upon-Avon Library at the launch of their sensory offer - basically measures to make the library more accessible to neurodivergent children.
I was pleased to read my poem Synaesthesia, based on how my brother experiences the senses differently, as well as a few other poems.
This was followed by cake and a demonstration of the library's interactive robot. We also looked at some of the features of the sensory room, including a sensory mat / projector which was quite interesting.
Overall, it is brilliant to see that libraries in Warwickshire are implementing features like this. It was great to meet everyone and have the opportunity to read some of my poetry!