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The Birth of Our First Book: Tamitos, Tale of Understanding

Tamitos, Tale of Understanding is a touching story about two sisters who discover the power of empathy, patience, and unconditional love.

Nina BakalováNina Bakalová22 October 2025 · 1 min read
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A Book for Everyone

This book is dedicated to everyone...not only to children, but also to parents, teachers, and anyone who believes that kindness and empathy can truly change the world. We believe that empathy begins in childhood. It’s the time when we can most naturally talk about diversity, acceptance, and love.

A Gentle Whisper, Not a Shout

Tamitos, Tale of Understanding doesn’t shout the word autism. Instead, it gently whispers about understanding, love, and acceptance - values that we should all carry into our daily lives. It’s a magical story, filled with emotion, colors, and wonder.

Inspired by Real-Life Sisters

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The story is inspired by our two daughters...by the way they perceive each other, communicate, and grow together. It’s also about that sibling whose life changes too - learning patience, compassion, and a deeper kind of love.

The Tamitos: Companions of the Heart

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The Tamitos play an important role in this universe. They represent the emotional spectrum of autism - the feelings, the fears, the ways of experiencing the world. They are helpers and companions who walk the journey together with the girls. They are friends without whom the spectrum would not exist.

A Book with a Purpose

All proceeds from the book will go to the Tamitos Foundation, supporting autism awareness, family programs, and community centers. This book carries a deep message, one that we hope will touch your heart. Because understanding begins with a story.

Coming Soon

Tamitos, Tale of Understanding will see the light of day at the end of November.

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Nina Bakalová
Written byNina Bakalová

Mom of two and co-founder of TAMITOS. For several years I have walked alongside our daughter on the autism spectrum, sharing real experiences from everyday life to bring more understanding and practical information to parents and everyone around them.

On sale now

The book and the merch are out

The first TAMITOS book is on sale, and hoodies, beanies and caps are in stock. Part of every purchase goes straight to families raising autistic children.