The Royal Borough of Greenwich is celebrating trailblazing women in business this International Women’s Day 2025, and among the inspiring entrepreneurs featured is Brooklyn Banjoko, an award-winning author, autism advocate, and mother dedicated to creating inclusion books for children.
Through her sensory-friendly books for kids, Brooklyn ensures that autistic and neurodivergent children see themselves reflected in the stories they read.
Championing Neurodiversity Through Children’s Books
Brooklyn Banjoko is the founder of Inclusive Stories, the world’s first subscription box of inclusive children's books and fidget toys. This groundbreaking service provides families with a curated selection of autism, ADHD children’s books, sensory-friendly activities, and inclusive resources and fidget toys curated to support, empower, and celebrate neurodivergence.
As a Black mother raising two autistic boys, she knows the struggles parents face in finding authentic, neurodiversity-affirming stories—especially for non-speaking autistic children.
Her books serve as a lifeline for families searching for:
✅ Non-speaking autistic child books that honor diverse communication styles.
✅ Understanding autism for kids through engaging, relatable stories.
✅ Books about different ways of thinking to foster self-acceptance.
✅ Autism-friendly bedtime stories that cater to sensory processing needs.
Her work isn’t just about storytelling—it’s about creating a world where neurodivergent children feel seen, valued, and celebrated.
Parents seeking understanding autism for kids, books about different ways of thinking, and social stories for kids with autism now have access to a monthly box filled with engaging, affirming content, fidget toys tailored to their child’s unique needs.
Beyond writing, Brooklyn Banjoko is a fierce advocate for autistic-led representation in children’s books.
Her Inclusive Stories podcast provides parents, carers, and educators with practical guidance on topics like:
Navigating EHCP and SEND law, finding books for siblings of autistic children—helping families navigate differences with empathy.
Speech delay books for toddlers, supporting early communication.
Neurodiversity books for classrooms, tools for inclusive education.
Her feature in the Royal Greenwich International Women's Day 2025 celebration highlights how inclusive storytelling can break barriers, challenge outdated stereotypes, and empower children with diverse ways of thinking.
To explore Brooklyn Banjojo’s full feature and learn more about the incredible women recognised is year, visit the Royal Greenwich International Women's Day 2025 article.
Through Inclusive Stories children’s books, special needs children’s books, and representation in children’s books, Brooklyn continues to make a difference—one story at a time.
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