ABOUTWHO IS TEMPLE GRANDIN?

A girl who understood animals better than people
A scientist who has changed Americas livestock industry
A world-famous champion for others with autism

Autism did not stop herin fact, it helped Temple Grandin become a brilliant scientist and inventor.

Temple Grandin wasnt officially diagnosed with autism until she was in her 40s, but she knew at an early age that she was different from her family and classmates. She couldnt show affection, she acted out when noises or other stimuli overwhelmed her, and she only felt comfortable when spending time with the animals on her aunts ranch. But instead of seeing her differences as limitations, Temple used them to guide her education and career in animal science. She has become a leading advocate for the autistic as well as for the humane treatment of animals at meat packing companies. This inspiring biography by Patricia Brennan Demuth shines a light on Temple Grandins intellect, creativity, and unique spirit.