Disabilities & Special Needs - Kids Fiction

Emma is worried about her dentist appointment. What if she has a cavity? What if she didn't floss enough? Thankfully Emma has a good team of people to help her feel better. Emma is Deaf and often uses sign language to communicate, and this...

Sara is excited to take on her first day of school... but she's also a little nervous. What if the other kids don't like her? What if they think she's too different?With her princess wand guide cane in hand, Sara will get to know...

Olivia couldn't wait to go to school to learn to read and to meet new friends. Only to realize that reading is not so easy for everyone. Join Olivia on her journey to learning how to read, the friends she meets, and the unexpected...

Bo really wants to take piano lessons like his older brother Jason. But there are two problems--his mom says he's not ready, and his feet can't reach the foot pedals because of his achondroplasia. But Bo knows that where there's a problem, there's a...

Charley invites you to enter the world of autism. Being Charley: Embracing Differences is a story about a Canada goose who is unlike his siblings. Charley has autism. The words and illustrations tell the story with awareness, understanding, and acceptance of individual differences.Learning how...

Molly was different from the pack, but she didn't let that hold her back. Molly the fun-loving, three-legged dog will have all kids dreaming big and saying "yes, I can!"This children's book uses dogs to teach valuable life lessons, and encourage kids with disabilities...

Super Yaseen may seem ordinary, but his exceptional supersonic brain sets him apart! Dive into a day in Yaseen's life, filled with extraordinary moments. This book advocates for acceptance and love towards all children with neurodiversity. Author: Nora MohtadiISBN-13: 9798330245062Publisher: SimplelightdesignsLanguage: EnglishPublished: 06/22/2024Pages: 48Format:...

When My Angry Gets Too Big is a children's book designed for young children on the autism spectrum. Acceptance and self-confidence is hugely important for children's development and self-esteem, and thankfully this is reflected in children literature, with many books about accepting ourselves no...

Bo is starting a band! He is super excited and knows exactly what kind of band he wants. But when Bo invites his friends to audition, no one quite lives up to his high expectations. Bo has a choice to make--a band with friends...

Ba-dah-dum! Ba-dah-dum! Oops! Bo is drumming on his desk at school again, and his teacher is not happy. But Bo loves to drum! And sometimes, he doesn't even know he's doing it. It's tricky to find the time and place for his drumming passion....

Bo is starting a band! He is super excited and knows exactly what kind of band he wants. But when Bo invites his friends to audition, no one quite lives up to his high expectations. Bo has a choice to make--a band with friends...

What could possibly be better than One Polar Bear? Two Polar Bears! Join this charming polar bear couple as they try to have a peaceful soak in the tub only to be interrupted by four very dirty cubs! This delightful rhyming story chronicles a...

Bo really wants to take piano lessons like his older brother Jason. But there are two problems--his mom says he's not ready, and his feet can't reach the foot pedals because of his achondroplasia. But Bo knows that where there's a problem, there's a...

The first time Bo sees the shiny black clarinet, he knows that is the instrument for him! But when he gets a chance to try it out, he discovers that his short arms, due to his achondroplasia, don't reach all the keys properly. Bo...

Ralph is a working dog. See all the ways he helps Sky. This book focuses on the consonant digraphs wh and ph.Author: Taryn PainterISBN-13: 9798765640845Publisher: Lerner Publications (Tm)Language: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2024Pages: 16Format: Paperback

A dachshund loses a leg and finds his life's calling--as a therapy dog Scrappy dachshund Rolf von Noodle may be missing a hind leg, but he's got attitude and can-do spirit to spare If anything, his tripod status gives him something special: real empathy...

This unique book about the life of an autistic boy is not just for kids, but for adults as well. If you're interested in finding a book to start the conversation about neurodivergence with a child in your life, there are helpful tips included...

BETRAYED AND ABANDONED, TRIN MOONRISE STRUGGLES TO DISTINGUISH FRIEND FROM FOE.The Interstellar Alliance is crumbling. The Exostar is still missing, the robots have disappeared with the Star Squadron, leaving the Alliance unprotected, and the remaining planets are bickering amongst themselves, accusing each other of...

Step into a world where the magic of listening unfolds through the pages of this enchanting children's book of poems. Each chapter introduces a new friend, each with their own unique relationship with sound. From the gentle whisper of a cochlear implant to the...

A beautiful tale about a tickly tail, with important lessons to embrace our sensory differences and big feelings, practice empathy toward others, and recharge when life feels overwhelming.Picky the Panda is relatable for any child, and especially so for children with tactile or clothing...

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

Ba-dah-dum! Ba-dah-dum! Oops! Bo is drumming on his desk at school again, and his teacher is not happy. But Bo loves to drum! And sometimes, he doesn't even know he's doing it. It's tricky to find the time and place for his drumming passion....

The first time Bo sees the shiny black clarinet, he knows that is the instrument for him! But when he gets a chance to try it out, he discovers that his short arms, due to his achondroplasia, don't reach all the keys properly. Bo...

Charley invites you to enter the world of autism. Being Charley: Embracing Differences is a story about a Canada goose who is unlike his siblings. Charley has autism. The words and illustrations tell the story with awareness, understanding, and acceptance of individual differences.Learning how...

A smart young boy with a prosthetic arm makes a few magical new friends and learns a thing or two about leadership after he is bullied by his classmates in this inspirational story about courage as well as being different. For Parents: Maple Crowe...

How to Defeat Bully Brain: OCD Detectives follows Scarlett, the founder and lead detective of the Defeating Bully Brain Organization, as she recruits candidates to fight back against their Bully Brains and then pay it forward. She works with Alice, Noah, and Ava, who...

A smart young boy with a prosthetic arm makes a few magical new friends and learns a thing or two about leadership after he is bullied by his classmates in this inspirational story about courage as well as being different. For Parents: Maple Crowe...

Carmelli is the fastest dog in class, and everyone loves to challenge him to races to see if they can come out on top. So, what happens when one day a dog in a wheelchair decides to challenge Carmelli to a race? What will...

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.Book two of the children‛s series Different, Yet Like Me,...

BETRAYED AND ABANDONED, TRIN MOONRISE STRUGGLES TO DISTINGUISH FRIEND FROM FOE.The Interstellar Alliance is crumbling. The Exostar is still missing, the robots have disappeared with the Star Squadron, leaving the Alliance unprotected, and the remaining planets are bickering amongst themselves, accusing each other of...

When Milton is born, his legs are deformed and like wobbly noodles, and he can barely stand up on his own. But this horse is determined to see the world-and with the help of some magic legs, he might just get there! Milton has...

Tenderly illustrated by Alleanna Harris, Adiba Nelson's debut picture book Osh?n and Me is a heartwarming ode to family, identity, and the beauty of braided hair. Also available in Spanish!It's Sunday, and that means it's Hair Day! As Mami weaves gold and cowrie shells...

New York Times bestselling author Kami Garcia has returned with a middle grade graphic novel about the struggles of a game-loving girl who gets diagnosed with dyslexia and her loving support network that help her along in the journey. Stella knows fifth grade will...

Glistening with winter charm, this is an exhilarating, tender story of pushing past your comfort zone and finding inspiration in art and natural beauty. Our young narrator doesn't like itchy hats or cold wind, and she especially doesn't like going places she's never been...

Ralph is a working dog. See all the ways he helps Sky. This book focuses on the consonant digraphs wh and ph.Author: Taryn PainterISBN-13: 9798765640289Publisher: Lerner Publications (Tm)Language: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2024Pages: 16Format: Library Binding

Some floofs' shake hands and other's fetch sticks, but can an old floof really learn new tricks!?This beautiful true story goes to show, that anything can happen if you give it a go!A story about a blind dog, her humans and anadventure at Pride...

"Your brain it works different, different you see. Different than others, neurotypically."Millie suspects she is different than others. On the outside she appears to be fine but what's really going on in her head is a completely different story.Unmasking Millie is a much needed...

Roy has a lot going on in his life: A new school. A grumpy blob. A new neighbor. A bald mouse. Some water balloons. Two kid zombies. And a few embarrassing noises. Sounds like the perfect list for the perfect adventure--right? Wrong. Just as...

Celebrate every difference that makes us Super! This story will melt your heart!With affectionate language and engaging illustrations, What makes you Super? is inspired by the real-life experiences of a lovely little girl. This inclusive and empowering children's book promotes the visibility and representation...

3-in-1 OMNIBUS EDITION!A trilogy of social stories starring the eight Bear Buddies, one of whom is deaf and wears cochlear implants, teaching children how to get help when someone else needs it as well as how to self-advocate and help themselves, all while on...

My Big Sister Has Diabetes is a children's book where an African-American young girl explains her big sister's condition, otherwise known as Type 1 Diabetes. Her big sister shows how brave and strong she is when she plays basketball and takes her insulin, the...

Max lay under the abandoned car in the litter-strewn, weed-infested backyard of the strangers, thinking about the events that led to his present situation. He was hungry, tired, and sore. These people and the yard were nothing like his home with his Pet Boy...

Author: Donna Carol KoffmanISBN-10: 1554838975ISBN-13: 9781554838974Publisher: Ardith PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/25/2011Pages: 36Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.24lbsSize: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.09d

An endearing and empowering story that demonstrates that a learning difference like dyslexia doesn't define who you are. Despite her struggles with reading and writing, Beatrice is a natural and brilliant storyteller. With the help of a kind-hearted teacher, Beatrice uses an old-fashioned tape...

As a parent, receiving the diagnosis of Down syndrome for your child can certainly be scary. There are so many unknowns and questions with so few answers readily available. Discover the joy and uniqueness of Down syndrome in the early stages of infancy by...

"Listen to the Music, Dustin!" is the true story of a little boy on the autism spectrum whose uncanny connection to music is often his primary means of communication. Follow along and see the world through Dustin's eyes. A world where all that is...

"Listen to the Music, Dustin!" is the true story of a little boy on the autism spectrum whose uncanny connection to music is often his primary means of communication. Follow along and see the world through Dustin's eyes. A world where all that is...

What to do on a rainy day? Why not learn some signs? How about the signs for colours? Jack, Caitlin and Mummy set out to find the most colourful things in their house and garden, learning the sign for each colour as they go...

Brooke's sister, Lee Ada, is one picky eater Not even her mother knows what to feed her. She refuses all foods, says "No " to each one. What will Lee Ada eat when the day is all done? Read and find out. Rhyming is...

Best Buddies introduces a boy-and-dog duo who are BEST FRIENDS and who do EVERYTHING together So how will they manage being apart when the boy heads to school for the first time? Find out how a clever boy with Down syndrome and his loyal...