Disabilities & Special Needs - Kids

Isiah and Marco share their love of baseball. Who's going to hit the ball farther? Who's going to hit the ball higher? Whose ball will hit the barn? Cousins like to tease and play when Grandpa is pitching. By sharing his story, we celebrate...

"Traveling Our Road" was originally written by Dylan Weiss (also known as Gail Neustadt) as a private hand-collated piece to explain to her grandchildren what was happening to their grandfather, Dylan's husband, Dave. At first it was the slightest of symptoms--a near-fall, stumbling over...

"Wow! Such beautiful photography and a sweet story."- Lori Eigenman, Ed.S. In Onika Wants to Help, four friends share how their lives changed when an inclusive school was built in their small African village. When they were young, their families had to keep them...

"Stories are magic. Good stories change lives and culture. "Finding My Way Books" are spectacular resources that feature youth and adults, living inclusive lives.... -Jack Pearpoint, Executive Director Inclusion Press; Marsha Forest Centre In Cooper Wants to Do Chores, a young boy with physical...

"A beautiful book which has the potential to touch, inspire, and educate everyone." - MS, Verified Purchaser In Matteo Wants to See What's Next, two boys spend the day with an adult friend with disabilities and explore the Royal Ontario Museum. Beautiful photography gives...

Becky Drews, MS.Ed Special Education In MyaGrace Wants to Get Ready, a young girl with disabilities delights us with her enthusiasm as she gets ready to attend her school dance. MyaGrace bubbles over with joy every step of the way as she crosses items...

"What a wonderful introduction to the Finding My World Series! Children will love to see their interests reflected in this story and the photos from other parts of the world."- Becky Drews, MS.Ed Special Education In Neema Wants to Learn, a girl with learning...

James Goes to Preschool follows a child with autism through a day at preschool. In addition to looking at help received in speech therapy, physical therapy, and occupational therapy it looks at skills almost every preschool age child is working on such as zipping...

Author: Star Bright BooksISBN-10: 1595727264ISBN-13: 9781595727268Publisher: Star Bright BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/15/2015Format: Board BookWeight: 0.15lbsSize: 4.90h x 4.90w x 0.30d

★★★ "Yes, We Can!" ★★★The world is such a big place full of different interests, talents and abilities. No matter who you are or where you come from, you can be whatever you want to be.About the AuthorJessica Bennett has had a passion for...

Around the world, people living with disabilities face barriers in the built environment, in employment and education, and in social attitudes and policies that can make it hard to live a full and satisfying life.The ten women we meet in this book face physical...

Through the eyes of 10-year-old Benjamin Giroux, being odd is different, and different is a good thing. This is what the then fifth-grader hoped to convey in his poem, beginning every few sentences with "I am," about what it is like to live with...

Experience day-to-day life for a dyslexic kid, including school life, bullying and coping with tests and homework, in this frank and funny diary. Co-authored with a teenage boy with dyslexia and illustrated with cartoons, this is a positive yet honest look at the difficulties...

Freckles... Curly hair... Glasses... Wouldn't things be boring if we were all the same?It's the first day of school and Jessica is very excited. She can't wait to meet her new teacher and make friends but the day moves in an unexpected direction when...

Meet an eight-year-old girl who tells her story about how she has worked through some of life's challenges and overcome these barriers, while working towards reaching her goals and creating positive outcomes. The story recognises the important role each person plays in this journey....

When Jack Horner was a child, nothing fascinated him more than fossils. Dinosaur fossils to be exact. He hunted for them at every chance he got and dreamed of being a great paleontologist. But school was hard, reading was even harder, and he struggled...

At age two, Helen Keller became deaf and blind. She lived in a world of silence and darkness and she spent the rest of her life struggling to break through it. But with the help of teacher Annie Sullivan, Helen learned to read, write,...

Gear up for this high-powered picture book biography about Kitty O'Neil, the stuntwoman and racecar driver who broke the women's land speed record! Kitty O'Neil was a force to be reckoned with. She became deaf as a child, and grew up loving sports and...

Dylan has an awesome friend. His friend, Poppin' Joe pops and sells popcorn. Poppin' Joe has a very fun job. It's noisy fun! Dylan learns from Poppin' Joe how to do a job you love.By sharing their story, we celebrate Dylan's and Joe's many...

A memoir-driven realistic graphic novel about Tyler, a child who is diagnosed with ADHD and has to discover for himself how to best manage it. Tyler's brain is different. Unlike his friends, he has a hard time paying attention in class. He acts out...

Hiya! Meet Moriah! She is spunky and silly... and she also has CHARGE syndrome. In this book, Moriah takes you on her journey to explain medical terminology and devices in a way that's engaging and easy to understand. This is a beautiful story that...

2021 Schneider Family Book Award Young Children's Honor Book (American Library Association)Experience the true story of lifelong activist Jennifer Keelan-Chaffins and her participation in the Capitol Crawl in this inspiring autobiographical picture book. This beautifully illustrated story includes a foreword from Jennifer and backmatter...

Emmanuel Ofosu Yeboah's inspiring true story--which was turned into a film, Emmanuel's Gift, narrated by Oprah Winfrey--is nothing short of remarkable. Born in Ghana, West Africa, with one deformed leg, he was dismissed by most people--but not by his mother, who taught him to...

"It's a great book about believing in yourself and never losing sight of your dreams. Great book for read aloud with your students. You'll be rooting for Waylen from beginning to end." -Dr. Marquis GrantPlaying the drum is so much fun. Waylen could do...

RENEE: I was ten years old then, and my sister was eight. The responsibility was on me to warn everyone when the soldiers were coming because my sister and both my parents were deaf.I was my family's ears.Meet Renee and Herta, two sisters who...

It seems like all boys want a puppy. But not Ethan! He's happy playing with his cars. His older brothers have a different idea. They talk Mom and Dad into getting them a puppy. It's a good thing that Ethan is around when they...

Kate is friendly and loves to laugh. She's also a little competitive. Kate explains how she uses a communication device to help her express herself. The Something to Say Collection promotes self-advocacy, understanding of speech and language differences, and conversation about embracing diversity. Written...

A Junior Library Guild Selection February 2022 The true story of the people who helped make every public school a more inclusive place.There was a time in the United States when millions of children with disabilities weren't allowed to go to public school. But...

This beginner's guide to fingerspelling and sign language contains the sign for each letter of the alphabet along with signs for words that begin with each letter.This beginner's guide to fingerspelling and sign language contains the sign for each letter of the alphabet along...

* 2021 EUREKA Nonfiction Children's Honor Book "An inclusive and upbeat collection ideal for classrooms and libraries." - School Library Journal In this stylishly illustrated biography anthology, meet 34 artists, thinkers, athletes, and activists with disabilities, from past and present. From Frida Kahlo to...

Meet an eight-year-old girl who tells her story about how she has worked through some of life's challenges and overcome these barriers, while working towards reaching her goals and creating positive outcomes. The story recognises the important role each person plays in this journey....

Wonderfully Different, Wonderfully Me features a diverse group of children and focuses on the positive characteristics which makes each one of them wonderfully unique.Author: Becky ZingaleISBN-10: 1631956965ISBN-13: 9781631956966Publisher: Morgan James KidsLanguage: EnglishPublished: 06/07/2022Pages: 32Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.21lbsSize: 8.50h x 8.50w x 0.09d

People with disabilities have faced and still face great struggle and inequality. This volume explores the ways in which people with disabilities have fought for their right to equal access, equal opportunities, and equal treatment. Key figures and events are highlighted to give readers...

Rita: Do we have any boxes? Mom: Sure, Why do you need a box? Rita: My teacher says I have to think outside the box! Approaching her daily life with enthusiasm and humour, Rita rides public transit to her job working at a university...

This delightful revised edition of All Dogs Have ADHD takes an inspiring and affectionate look at Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). With all-new images from the canine world, it explores a variety of traits that will be instantly recognisable to those who are familiar...

When a childhood illness leaves her blind and deaf, Helen Keller's life seems hopeless indeed. But her indomitable will and the help of a devoted teacher empower Helen to triumph over incredible adversity. This amazing true story is finally brought to the beginner reader...

A six-year-old girl gets a new baby brother. She marvels at his tiny fingers and notices the palm of his hand has different lines than hers. She looks into his sparkling eyes and notices they are a different shape than hers. She is delighted...

Alex loves dirt biking, soccer, and helping his mom with his little sister. He also happens to stutter. Alex shares what it is like for him when he stutters, as well as ways to help make communication a little easier.The Something to Say Collection...

Help kids with ASD thrive with interactive activities for building confidence and skills Games and exercises are fun ways for kids with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) to learn and grow. This standout among autism books for kids features 50 activities to help children regulate...

What does respect look like? With help from their Sesame Street friends, young readers learn how to show respect to parents, their teachers, and themselves. About the Sesame Street (R) Character Guides series: Elmo, Abby, Big Bird, and their Sesame Street friends join this...

A little girl works through strong feelings and learns how to calm down."Sometimes things seem hard, and my feelings are really big." Strong emotions can be overwhelming for young children, and at times they need help identifying and coping with what they're feeling. "I...

Fuzzy's Feelings - A Book for Kids about Understanding EmotionsJoin this adorable Fuzzy as he learns to identify, understand, and respond to various emotions that he experiences throughout the day. Fuzzy finds himself changing colors and experiencing 8 different emotions of feeling happy, scared,...

Life as a bird can be stressful From worrying about airplanes, windows, and getting enough worms to eat, it is clear that birds can be anxious beings. Through a light-touch, quizzical depiction of bird behaviour, All Birds Have Anxiety uses colourful images and astute...

* Schneider Family Book Award Winner * A gorgeous and empowering picture book biography about Evelyn Glennie, a deaf woman, who became the first full-time solo percussionist in the world. (Cover may vary) "No. You can't," people said.But Evelyn knew she could. She had...

Not every child communicates in spoken words; however, that hardly means they have nothing to say.Join us on a journey that showcases the power of friendship, connection, and imagination.Beyond Words is a valuable social-emotional teaching tool. This must-have resource will compliment any home library,...

The Autism Acceptance Book: Being A Friend to Someone with Autism is an interactive, educational and character-building book that introduces children to the challenges faced by people with autism while also supporting their personal journey toward appreciating and respecting people's differences. The book offers...

Lis Hartel became paralyzed after contracting polio in 1944. Her dreams of riding horses and competing in the sport of dressage were shattered. After months in the hospital, doctors told her she'd never ride again. Lis tried anyway. How do you stay on a...

Help children understand their autism and thrive with this positive guide for kids ages 8 to 12 We all think differently. This notion is celebrated in Autism and Me, a guide that helps children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) gain a better understanding of...

A six-year-old girl gets a new baby brother. She marvels at his tiny fingers and notices the palm of his hand has different lines than hers. She looks into his sparkling eyes and notices they are a different shape than hers. She is delighted...

The Something to Say Collection promotes self-advocacy, understanding of speech and language differences, and conversation about embracing diversity. Written by a speech-language pathologist, each book features a character with a communication difference. Characters' strengths and interests are highlighted, while the reader gains an increased...