Thematic Photobooks System: A Strategy for Autistic Personal Growth

This article presents the Thematic Photobooks system as an innovative approach to fostering the development of special children. Drawing on the theories of L.S. Vygotsky and the Activity Theory by A. Leontiev and S. Rubinstein, it emphasizes the crucial role of mediating agents in a child's intellectual and personality development and the importance of a social medium in this process. Thematic Photobooks, created through a collaborative effort between an adult and a child, act as a bridge between the child and their environment. The article explores how photography and photo stories contribute to a child's development, offering both a goal and a process that helps cultivate essential life skills and knowledge. The structure, application, and benefits of this system are discussed, illustrated by a real-life case study of a special child.