Tappy Tom's New Haircut

By Daniel Sanderson and Dawni Teneycke

Tappy Tom's Haircut - A TappyTales Story

From the creators of Tappy Tom's First Day and Tappy Tia's Too-Loud Day comes another heartfelt story from the TappyTots Awareness Foundation, helping children everywhere feel seen, heard, and supported.

A Sensory-Friendly Adventure Through a Common Fear

Meet Tappy Tom, a non-verbal autistic boy who communicates with his AAC tablet. In this story, Tom faces something many neurodivergent children fear: getting a haircut. The sounds, the clippers, the cape-it's all new, and it's all overwhelming.

When Mom suggests a visit to the barber, Tom's tummy does a flip. But with the help of a gentle, understanding barber, headphones, and patience, Tom learns that small steps and kind voices can help scary things feel safer.

What's Inside:

Gentle storytelling to support children with sensory sensitivities

A non-verbal autistic main character modeled after real AAC users

Consistent visuals using realistic communication tools

Perfect for classroom discussions, therapists, parents, and EAs

Bright, inclusive illustrations using the beloved TappyTales art style

Why Parents & Educators Love TappyTales:

This series was created by parents, for families-especially those navigating autism, communication delays, or neurodivergence. Every book is:

Designed to reflect the experiences of non-verbal children

Grounded in emotional regulation, understanding, and inclusion

Approved by educators, support workers, and speech-language professionals

What Kids Say:

"He's just like me "

"That's what I do when I'm scared "

"He uses a tablet like mine "

For Ages 3-8

Ideal for bedtime reading, classroom social stories, or sensory-friendly spaces. A great gift for autistic children, siblings, inclusive classrooms, and awareness advocates.

Moral of the Story:

It's okay to be scared of new things.

TappyTip:

"Gentle voices and slow steps make big things smaller."

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0FDG3V65G
• ISBN13: 9798288311642
• Release Date: June 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.16 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"