Disabilities & Special Needs - Kids Fiction

Duke the Deaf Dog discovers that basketball is more than just a game. It's about teamwork, resilience, and finding your unique strengths.Meet Duke, a fun-loving second grader who loves to draw, play sports, and explore the world around him. With his hearing aid and...

"This story was everything I wanted it to be. Heartfelt, thoughtful, and most of all . . . full of hope. I loved it!" --Lindsay Currie, New York Times bestselling author of The Mystery of Locked Rooms Connor, beloved best friend of Aven Green...

Mikey could be a kid anywhere. He understands kids can be different but chooses to make friends based on experiences, not perception. Join Mikey as he learns just how fun and rewarding making a friend through sign language can be.Author: Mikal PhillipsISBN-10: 1638140278ISBN-13: 9781638140276Publisher:...

Author: Marylin LeinenbachISBN-10: 1649798016ISBN-13: 9781649798015Publisher: Austin MacauleyLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/21/2025Pages: 30Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.26lbsSize: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.08d

Ever wonder what service dogs do? Maggie visits Alison's classroom where Miss Thomson teaches how service animals help people. Classmates also get the opportunity to improve their literacy skills by reading a book to Maggie.Author: Diane Lee LadouceurISBN-13: 9798218362096Publisher: Shine Bright BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/11/2024Pages:...

Author: Rebecca dePaolaISBN-13: 9798890613660Publisher: Newman SpringsLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/20/2024Pages: 36Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.26lbsSize: 10.00h x 8.00w x 0.10d

Author: Abigail G. ArndtISBN-10: 1954809301ISBN-13: 9781954809307Publisher: Abigail ArndtLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/04/2025Pages: 24Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.65lbsSize: 8.50h x 8.50w x 0.25d

Daisy White was not crazy. Clumsy maybe, but definitely not crazy. In this exciting adventure story, Daisy, who has autism, defeats her bullies and overcomes her fears with the help of Buster, a very special rabbit. All is going well until a terrible fate...

Where monkeys swing in groves of treesand parrots soar across the sky, there lives a tiny ladybugwho has a single wing to fly.Can her friends help her out?Will she give it a try?With a small single wing, will she finally fly?Ladybug has wanted nothing...

Teach children about the difference in others, especially those with different ables and needs, through the heartwarming story of Fox and the friends and family who help her thrive.Meet Fox, an adorable creature in a beautiful forest with incredible friends and family.Fox was born...

Embark on a heartwarming journey of love, generosity, and the magic of Christmas with Isabella. Through touching stories and reflections, Isabella uncovers the timeless spirit of the holiday season, exploring themes of faith, giving, and the true meaning of joy. Guided by cherished traditions...

Barry the Brontosaurus just wants to fit in at his new school. But something about him is going to make him stand out! Barry is very excited about starting at the finest school in the Jurassic world -- the Brontosaurus Academy. Best of all,...

In a dark forest, a gentle giant named Mukki lives alone underground, unable to see the world around him. Thankfully, his best friend Lallo tells him about the fantastic nature above, including the rainbow after the rain. Through their strong friendship and Lallo's dedication,...

In a dark forest, a gentle giant named Mukki lives alone underground, unable to see the world around him. Thankfully, his best friend Lallo tells him about the fantastic nature above, including the rainbow after the rain. Through their strong friendship and Lallo's dedication,...

Author: Amber PartisanoISBN-13: 9798822958944Publisher: Palmetto PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/07/2025Pages: 42Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.66lbsSize: 8.00h x 8.00w x 0.25d

In the tradition of Out of My Mind and Rules, and inspired by the co-author's own life, this is a heartfelt, candid, and illuminating story of a girl learning to live fully with a rare genetic disorder. Kate's life in Baton Rouge, full of...

What would you do when one moment you're flying sky high, living your best life but the next moment, you're flat on the ground not able to move anymore.Skylar, the flying squirrel loves her life in the forest. But that all comes brutely to...

Every big dream starts with a little hope.In Wishes & Whinnies: Tyler's Dream, a young boy with cerebral palsy discovers a horseback riding center that welcomes children with disabilities. Filled with determination, Tyler dreams of becoming an exceptional rider despite the challenges he faces....

What is typical for Thomas and his younger brother might not be typical for other families.Thomas needs special equipment that helps him move, play, and communicate. His younger brother loves spending the day with Thomas. They play outside together. They create art together. They...

Be True to Your Blue!It can be your superpower!This is the story of True, a little blue lobster whose differences became his greatest strength. His is a story of resilience, bravery, and acceptance in the face of a challenging and sometimes unfriendly world. We...

Jacob is a very special owlet. He has special needs and requires unique approaches in learning how to live. He has no interest in flying. He is content with just watching the water gently flow by in the stream under his nest. His sister...

Duke the Deaf Dog discovers that being deaf is not something to "fix" and makes him special.Meet Duke, a fun-loving second grader who loves to draw, play baseball, and explore the world around him. With his hearing aid and American Sign Language, Duke communicates...

Today, Jack is in for a big surprise! He's not going to Nursery...he's off to THE FARM! Accompanied by Mummy, sister Caitlin and Pink Pig, his favourite toy, Jack has fun learning the signs for all the animals as they explore the farm, then...

Marcel was born with webbed toes and an extra chromosome in this tender exploration of a child's life with Down syndrome. When Marcel is born, the first thing the midwife notices is his webbed toes. Otherwise, he eats, he sleeps, he eats again, just...

Mama and Papa Bear are waiting for a special delivery, which finally arrives from the heavens above, but the bear cub they receive is not quite what they--and the rest of the forest animals--were expecting Inspired by parents who adopted a child with a...

On the first day of school the Katt family kittens meet Freddy who is in a wheelchair and cannot join in their games. Is Freddy no fun or does he have talents of his own?FREDDY'S NO FUN? is the third in a series of...

"I cannot see anything because I'm blind," says Oliver. "I feel anxiety often," says Hannah who has autism. "Sometimes I wish I wasn't disabled," says Lewis who needs other people's help with most everyday tasks. "Most of the times I can only feel sounds,"...

Hanna is a happy little girl who loves her pom-pom, her blankie, and her singing teddy, and she really loves her twin sister, Joanna. So anytime Hanna gets sick and goes away to the hospital to "sleep like a polar bear," it can be...

Be True to Your Blue!It can be your superpower!This is the story of True, a little blue lobster whose differences became his greatest strength. His is a story of resilience, bravery, and acceptance in the face of a challenging and sometimes unfriendly world. We...

Hanna is a happy little girl who loves her pom-pom, her blankie, and her singing teddy, and she really loves her twin sister, Joanna. So anytime Hanna gets sick and goes away to the hospital to "sleep like a polar bear," it can be...

When Sable and her human, Lizzie-Bee, meet a new dog named Rosie, their fun-filled day takes an interesting turn. A curious boy notices that Rosie is missing part of her leg and begins asking questions. With Lizzie-Bee's gentle guidance, young readers discover that-like Rosie-everyone...

Mia, a blind girl who enjoys identifying birds by their distinct calls and songs, leads her aunt through the park on a bird-listening adventure!Mia and her t?a are spending a sunny afternoon at the park bird-listening! Some people enjoy bird-watching but as a blind...

A boy with Mosaic Down syndrome navigates entering a mainstream classroom, making new friends, and standing up to bullies all while trying to catch a thief and save his home in this thrilling middle grade mystery from New York Times bestselling and award-winning author...

Meet Tiffany Epiphany, our first friend in The Spectrum Series; books full of love featuring characters who celebrate the gifts, challenges and achievements of children with autism.Tiffany is very lucky because she gets to see the world in a unique way. Through her adventures...

This Bestseller is co-authored by Jack Chamberlain, who has been navigating life with type 1 diabetes since the age of 1.When Jack receives the news from his doctor that he's type 1 diabetic, he's filled with questions: "Can I still eat ice cream?" "What...

Princess is a high-spirited pony who befriends a young boy confined to a wheelchair but who has his own way of expressing his enchantment with horses, which he can no longer ride. Through their adventures on a guest-ranch in British Columbia Princess adds another...

Children on the autism spectrum often face significant challenges in making friends, as author Cheryl Toomey has experienced while raising her wonderful daughter. However, who says friends must be human? By forming friendships with pets, we can learn important lessons about life and, most...

A very little, very fragile hamster named Fragile Stanley (FS) accidentally gets taken to school and learns to be brave during a wild day of mischief and adventure! Follow Stanley as he meets new and exciting animals, explores new environments, and takes on his...

A very little, very fragile hamster named Fragile Stanley (FS) accidentally gets taken to school and learns to be brave during a wild day of mischief and adventure! Follow Stanley as he meets new and exciting animals, explores new environments, and takes on his...

A poignant novel in verse in which, after a life-changing accident, one girl finds her way back to her life's passion. From the Newbery Honor-winning author of Iveliz Explains It All. All these months of staring at the wall?All these months of feeling weak?It's...

When Sable and her human, Lizzie-Bee, meet a new dog named Rosie, their fun-filled day takes an interesting turn. A curious boy notices that Rosie is missing part of her leg and begins asking questions. With Lizzie-Bee's gentle guidance, young readers discover that-like Rosie-everyone...

The BIG Deal Birthday - Every birthday is special, but as a child with special needs, every birthday is a BIG deal. Abel doesn't understand what all the fuss is about - but his family does! Illustrations feature real children who get to see...

From the creators of This Is How We Play is a new jubilant, inclusive, luminously illustrated picture book that celebrates all the ways we communicate with each other We sign, write, clap! We tap, stim, scream! So many ways to talk and joke, play...

"We're all made in God's image with different gifts and different challenges. Some people need more help than others. But when God's people work together, we make up the Body of Christ." When Carson wakes up one Saturday morning, his mom reminds him it's...

An eye-opener for everyone to recognize and celebrate the remarkable strengths and unique abilities of children with autism. Tailored for siblings, family members, and readers of all ages, this book encourages to foster a culture of compassion, acceptance and understanding. Brian's yearly birthday wish...

Author: Brian WildsmithISBN-10: 1595720421ISBN-13: 9781595720429Publisher: Star Bright BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/01/2007Pages: 32Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.14lbsSize: 12.13h x 9.53w x 0.43dAccelerated Reader:Reading Level: 3.2Point Value: 0.5Interest Level: Lower GradeQuiz #/Name: 519850 / Little Wood DuckReview Citation(s): Hornbook Guide to Children 07/01/2007 pg. 324 - Recommended, Satisfactory

Author: Linda ManciISBN-10: 1039176682ISBN-13: 9781039176683Publisher: FriesenPressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/03/2024Pages: 44Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.74lbsSize: 8.50h x 8.50w x 0.25d

Author: Sarah PalmerISBN-10: 0645076651ISBN-13: 9780645076653Publisher: Sarah PalmerLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/22/2024Pages: 36Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.79lbsSize: 10.00h x 8.00w x 0.25d

Join Colton as he journeys through the Nautical Neighborhood where he teaches the other sea creatures that being different isn't a negative but when embraced and appreciated, everyone becomes better.Author: Katelyn ScottISBN-10: 1998243974ISBN-13: 9781998243976Publisher: Ahelia Publishing LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/08/2024Pages: 24Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.15lbsSize: 8.00h x...

Harry the horse may be hard of hearing, but that won't stop him from doing what he loves. Will his friends understand his new challenge?There's nothing that Harry loves more than running in the prairie with his friends. It's a freeing feeling of the...