Disabilities & Special Needs - Kids Fiction

Squeeze in some kindness and stir up a recipe for inclusion!Take out your favorite cup and get ready for a refreshing adventure! Follow along this sweet recipe for Kindness Lemonade while counting each ingredient and discovering that the best recipes are made with kindness,...

Meet Milo the Mime, the lovable silent hero who demonstrates that being different is your greatest strength. Bursting with expressive illustrations, physical comedy, and the warmhearted spirit of classic '90s cartoons, this charming children's book follows Milo as he uses empathy, courage, and quick...

Mae and her service dog Malibu make a great team. Malibu keeps Mae safe when seizures approach, and Mae knows all of Malibu's favorite snacks. In the third book of the Mae and Malibu series, Mae and Malibu go on a field trip to...

Daisy and Luke are off to the playground for Children's Day, where Daisy meets Luke's friends. They're all different, but they're excited to play together! Your purchase of this book supports Library For All in its mission to make knowledge available to all, equally....

Join Zoe in an exploration of angles and shapes, because STEAM is everywhere and for everyone! Part of STEAMWORKS, a series of fiction picture books for ages 4-7 that relate science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM) to kids' everyday lives. Time to party!...

Otta the Otter: Time for a Friend is a heartwarming story of a North American river otter learning to be patient as he waits for a special friend. Otta has a dragonfly that follows him. See if you can find the dragonfly on each...

When Aimee visits her Aunt Jo in the city, the world feels too loud, too bright, and too busy-until she discovers a special place made just for kids like her: a sensory park. There, surrounded by soft sounds, gentle breezes, and the quiet company...

School Adventures Of Mrs. Jones And The Special Ed. Stars is an inspirational, dramatic, and funny collection of stories inspired by the author's own teaching experiences. The stories describe the adventures of teachers and students as Mrs. Jones creates learning environments and teaching methods...

Is your child struggling with focus, feeling "different," or facing challenges with ADHD? This award-worthy story transforms everything.Meet Maya Chen, a brilliant 9-year-old inventor whose mind races faster than she can keep up. When she's finally diagnosed with ADHD, Maya doesn't just learn to...

The ever-playful Ling Ling Bird returns with a boldly illustrated story encouraging early learners to practice new speech sounds and the 'serve and return' of conversation. Ling Ling Bird knows he's a bird, but what kind of bird is he? He is determined to...

Though legally blind, Paul Fisher can see what others cannot. He can see that his parents' constant praise of his brother, Erik, the football star, is to cover up something that is terribly wrong. But no one listens to Paul--until his family moves to...

"Superhero who? Superhero you, you're a superhero and superheroes do!"Thomas has been diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder and is anxious about his first day of preschool. With the help of some wonderful people, Thomas uses a range of strategies to help make his day...

A young girl learns how to cope with her noise sensitivity and step outside of her comfort zone in this "thoughtful" (Beth Turley, author of If This Were a Story and The Last Tree Town), heartwarming middle grade novel that's perfect for fans of...

Author: Erin Dolan RussellISBN-13: 9798185780725Publisher: Independently PublishedLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/10/2026Pages: 40Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.26lbsSize: 8.50h x 8.50w x 0.10d

"An important story that celebrates diversity and promotes awareness about a rare condition." - Kirkus ReviewsJoin Rose the owl as she learns about kindness, friendship, and self-love in 'Everyone's Invited!', the first installment of the multiple award winning 'A World of Difference' series. As...

Author: Katherine LockwoodISBN-10: 1964836131ISBN-13: 9781964836133Publisher: Acorn Cottage PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/09/2026Pages: 32Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.69lbsSize: 8.50h x 8.50w x 0.25d

Author: Francine A. LettieriISBN-13: 9798951390936Publisher: Francine A. LettieriLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/02/2026Pages: 48Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.77lbsSize: 8.50h x 8.50w x 0.25d

Author: Francine A. LettieriISBN-13: 9798951390929Publisher: Francine A. LettieriLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/02/2026Pages: 48Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.30lbsSize: 8.50h x 8.50w x 0.12d

Author: Kristina VanattaISBN-13: 9798234122315Publisher: Kristina VanattaLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/04/2026Pages: 28Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.67lbsSize: 8.50h x 8.50w x 0.25d

Author: Lasonia SeayISBN-13: 9798185585863Publisher: Independently PublishedLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/04/2026Pages: 44Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.28lbsSize: 8.50h x 8.50w x 0.11d

Author: Katherine LockwoodISBN-10: 1964836115ISBN-13: 9781964836119Publisher: Acorn Cottage PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/09/2026Pages: 32Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.22lbsSize: 8.50h x 8.50w x 0.08d

Author: Christie Elam EddISBN-10: 1634104129ISBN-13: 9781634104128Publisher: Strategic Book PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/09/2026Pages: 30Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.20lbsSize: 8.50h x 8.50w x 0.08d

When the lights are too bright, the noises are too loud, and the world feels like toomuch, Liam struggles to keep up. School hallways buzz, bells ring, and everythingaround him seems overwhelming.With the help of a caring teacher and a calming sensory space, Liam...

Bat tries to train an untrainable dog--and fix an unfixable friendship--in the sixth installment of the Schneider Award Honor-winning young middle grade series starring an unforgettable boy on the autism spectrum from National Book Award finalist Elana K. Arnold.For Bixby Alexander Tam (nicknamed "Bat"),...

Mae and her service dog Malibu make a great team. Malibu keeps Mae safe when seizures approach, and Mae knows all of Malibu's favorite snacks. In the second book of the Mae and Malibu series, Mae and Malibu start third grade! Mae is ready...

Grace is excited for the neighbourhood Halloween party until a spark from the bonfire turns her night upside down, sending her to hospital and leaving her with scars that change how she sees herself.Later, back at school, Grace struggles with the stares and unkind...

A 2021 Scott O'Dell Award WinnerA Society of Midland Authors Winner in Children's FictionA Bank Street Best Book of the Year 2021 A novel in verse about a young deaf boy during World War II, the sister who loves him, and the conscientious objector...

Sometimes our differences are what make us special. A story of ability, empathy, and the power of confidence. Kamil is a child like any other. He is cheerful, lively, and loves to make stupid jokes. He has also been blind since birth. Growing up...

Hobie the bear is different from the other cubs. He moves differently; he plays differently; he even eats differently. And when his friends want to try new things, he does too, but he wonders: can he do them? There is only one way to...

Luke is a smart and funny boy who is missing just one thing...arms! Luckily, he has a great big brother, Ricky, to help him learn to navigate life without them-and have fun along the way.Different, Yet Like Me: LUKE is Book Two of a...

Rediscover a timeless adventure with "The Boy Scouts' Badge of Courage" by John Henry Goldfrap, a captivating tale that has been out of print for decades and is now beautifully restored by Alpha Editions. This collector's item is not just a reprint; it's a...

Author: Taylor ClarksonISBN-13: 9798995610007Publisher: Called to CreateLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/15/2026Pages: 44Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.28lbsSize: 8.50h x 8.50w x 0.11d

A thirteen-year-old boy holds the fate of his family, his neighborhood, and the world in his hands when he discovers that his cat is from a secret realm of warrior cats facing a dangerous enemy. Tito Rodríguez loves his family, his comics, and his...

I Have ADHD and I Love Being Me! is a heart-warming and empowering exploration of life with ADHD, written from the perspective of a spirited child and their family. Through lyrical storytelling and vibrant illustrations, Sibel Algon, MD, celebrates the unique traits, challenges, and...

When Abbie and Jack keep getting in trouble at school and home, everyone thinks they are "bad dogs." Why? Is it really true? Thankfully the kind and wise Mama Bulldog sees something others do not - the Terrier family is struggling, they are not...

Love Kept Showing Up is a heartwarming picture book inspired by the true story of a remarkable dog named Val.When Val's paws stop moving the way they once did, life changes in an instant. But even in the hardest moments, love keeps appearing-in helping...

A joyful and empowering new book by author Jordi Lou and illustrator Dawna Rubihid Mangeart!My Brain is a Wonder: A Story About ADHD is a vibrant and heartfelt story that celebrates busy minds, big feelings, and the magic of thinking differently. Perfect for children...

Ready for picture day? It's picture day at Hillbrook Elementary, and Starlin--a multimodal communicator and wheelchair user--is ready to shine. Last year's school picture was an epic disaster, but she's determined to take a dazzling one this time around. As she boards the bus,...

The holiday stage is only big enough for one concert queen--not two. The holiday concert is right around the corner, and Starlin--a multimodal communicator and wheelchair user--can't wait to show off her star power. Inspired by the Queen of Jazz, Starlin practices her bells...

Now that third-grader Aven Green has retired from sleuthing, it's time to conquer a whole new world: baking! Aven knows she's an expert baker of cakes and cookies since she's been baking with her mom for a really long time. Plus no one bakes...

Aven Green, the remarkable heroine of Dusti Bowling's Life of a Cactus series, marches to her own beat in this hilarious, upbeat, and unforgettable chapter book. Third-grader Aven Green is an expert soccer player. She even has her own top secret moves! But when...

On a hot summer day in the deep South, a nanny goat gives birth to a blind kid. Initially, the helper suggests to the farmer they put the kid out of its misery since it couldn't see to nurse and would be easy prey...

Who would you confide in if the person you most wanted to talk to was dead?Professor Basil Collingwood of Pendywick Place, London, has never disclosed his inner thoughts--or dangerous double life in Victorian Shoreditch--to anyone.At least, not anyone alive.However, he's shared everything with his...

Author: Chiara Valentina SegreISBN-10: 1554553636ISBN-13: 9781554553631Publisher: Fitzhenry & WhitesideLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/02/2015Pages: 32Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.85lbsSize: 11.10h x 8.70w x 0.40dAccelerated Reader:Reading Level: 4.1Point Value: 0.5Interest Level: Lower GradeQuiz #/Name: 182165 / Lola and IReview Citation(s): Kirkus Reviews 11/01/2015

Rosie and Her Robot Leg is a children's book about disability that follows Rosie, a spirited young woman who loves God and fun adventures, and the three children she babysits from her church. When Rosie suddenly becomes an amputee, she must learn to navigate...

Liam has Down Syndrome, and his scruffy dog Milo is his best-and only-friend.When the neighborhood kids don't want Liam to play ball with them, he spots his catcher's mitt under the bed-and gets a bright idea. Can you guess what it is?Peek inside to...

Mahdi sees the world in a way that is all his own. It is a world filled with his favorite things, but sometimes the big, busy world outside; even the places he loves most; can feel a little too loud and much too bright.While...

Gustavo the Shy Ghost meets I Talk Like a River in this sweet and spooky picture book about the many ways we communicate with each other. Leroy the ghost loves his garden at Rosebud Manor. Every time a new family moves in, he greets...

When Lily, a six-year-old girl with cerebral palsy, doesn't receive an invitation to her best friend Zoe's birthday party, she feels confused, left out and disappointed. She has experienced the unfairness of not being included because of her disability before, but this was different...

Robin's New Song: A Story of Finding Your Voice Robin loves to fly, but ever since her accident, things have been different. She's not just relearning how to soar-she's also learning how to communicate in new ways. Sometimes, her words don't come out right,...