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By: Dr Abide Zenenga

The Gift

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This is a fascinating story full of hope and passion for a worthy cause. The author has managed to capture a sad story and give it hope, humor, and humility. It is an entertaining and interesting memoir which is strengthened by the author’s personable and engaging authorial voice. There is a striking honesty to the work that allows the reader to elate in the joys and challenges of the author. It is a true case of finding hope in a seemingly hopeless situation. It is written in an accessible and immersive manner with detailed context that transports the reader into the author’s personal journey as well as his career. The book evokes a sense of empathy in the reader. It is enjoyable, thought-provoking, educational and inspirational. This is a lesson for all of us that there is faith, hope and love in some of the darkest moments we go through in our lives. 

Dr Abide Zenenga is an experienced educationalist with over 25 years of working with young people with autism (14–19). He is a father to a young person with autism himself and has interest in advancing the educational opportunities of young people with SEN. After obtaining a PhD at the University of Northampton in Special Educational Needs, Dr Zenenga founded Riverside Education in 2015, with the aim of supporting parents with autistic children. Dr Zenenga believes that as a Christian, he is called upon by God to share his story and to help families who have children with autism.

Customer Reviews
5.0
21 reviews
21 reviews
  • Jan Fish

    I bought this for my four-year-old granddaughter. She loves it and often asks me to read it to her at bedtime. She looks a bit like the character and I love the message of kindness and warmth it portrays.

  • Jen Bray

    The Gift is a gift you must share. The story is so beautifully laid out and keeps you guessing to the end. I shared this story with my own children who loved it; a lovely way to express how special we all are.

  • Lynn Aguilar

    Wow! What a precious book with a great leading character and beautiful illustrations. Will be a nice addition to any children's book collection. I recommend it.

  • Andy Boxall

    I love the way the author weaves his story with how the ‘gift’ of his son and his faith in God has enabled him to fulfil His dream. This is truly an inspiring story giving insight into the challenges and heartache that parents experience when they have a child with special needs. But you can’t help but be encouraged when you discover how God can work in all things for our good. A book that is real, acknowledges the pain and struggles, yet invites us to find hope and inspiration. Regardless of who you are and the challenges you face, you were created for purpose!

  • Marina Vasileiadou

    A very heartbreaking and insightful book. The author takes us along on the journey, he and his wife took since the birth of their son Kupa (the gift) up to this date. He talks about their thoughts and their feelings, about how everyday life is with a child with disability. This book, though, has also a deep spiritual essence since the author makes explicitly clear from the early beginning that it was his God and his faith that guided him through this difficult and challenging yet exciting journey. As far as I am concerned, this is a book about role models and heroes (the author and his wife, even if I don't think they know it) who not only made it through, but also used the knowledge they gained from raising their son and the author's expertise in SEN to help others through the special school they established and manage.

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