Disabilities & Special Needs - Kids

"Aunt Mary's Pottery" is a true story about a woman named Mary who was stricken with a disease called polio at an early age yet made her life creating stunning pottery to sell. Mary saw the happy side - the side of moving ahead,...

An accessible way into talking about mental and physical difference.Full of life-affirming, positive stories about famous people who overcame barriers to success.Features original art of recognisable stars from films, TV, politics, art, and more.Author: Alicia WilliamsonISBN-10: 1839352973ISBN-13: 9781839352973Publisher: Mortimer Children'sLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/09/2024Pages: 112Format: Hardcover

Can Dylan create his own science fair project without accepting too much help from his enthusiastic parents?The Adventures of Everyday Geniuses is meant to demonstrate various forms of learning, creativity, and intelligence. Each book introduces a realistic example of triumph over difficulty in a...

In today's adventure, Dahlia and her friends learn about American Sign Language. The friends learn that signing is just another way of communicating, helping those who can't hear feel included and cared for. This story teaches young readers the importance of understanding and embracing...

This book serves as a toddler-friendly introduction to assistive communication devices, specifically physical cards. Using upbeat language and easily recognizable scenarios, it demonstrates how they can be used in a variety of settings. Author: Skadi CookeISBN-10: 8988606302ISBN-13: 9798988606307Publisher: Vulture and CroneLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/11/2023Pages: 26Format:...

A child-friendly guide that strips away the stigmas, myths, and misconceptions associated with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Different Thinkers: ADHD uses simple language and complementary illustrations to explain how the human brain develops, what it means to have ADHD, how the condition affects...

Little Panda is an extraordinary superhero on a quest to discover her incredible powers! Join her in the heartwarming and empowering picture book, "Little Panda and Her Super Heart: a heart surgery story" Designed for children aged 2 to 7 years old, this captivating...

This workbook is for children 8+ and their parents, carers, teachers, or therapists to inspire open-ended dialogue about what it means to be smart, how intelligence looks different to everyone and build empathy and understanding for some of the challenges neurodivergent people face and...

Ableism judges and excludes people who live with disabilities based simply on their disability. Education and awareness are key to understanding disability. Learn how to recognize ableism, and figure out what you can do to be more inclusive.Level 3 readers are aimed at children...

Meet Max! He likes riding his scooter and playing with his dog. He also has epilepsy. Max is real and so are his experiences. Learn about his life in this illustrated narrative nonfiction picture book for elementary students.Author: Mari C. SchuhISBN-10: 1645494918ISBN-13: 9781645494911Publisher: Amicus...

Jordan's World continues as Jordan faces some challenges with his apraxia journey. Things take an interesting turn. He goes to speech therapy during the summer, which is typically no fun, but he found his summer speech therapist might not be so bad after all....

Ever since Precious Perez was a child, she has loved to sing. Born and raised outside Boston, her family joked that she'd eventually study at Berklee College of Music. But when a high school music teacher advocated for Precious's talent, her dream became a...

Foreword Magazine Book of the Year Finalist, Juvenile Non-Fiction Moonbeam Children's Book Award for Health Issues (Gold) An Honors NAPPA (National Parenting Publications Awards) winner Washington Book Publishers' 2010 Book Design & Effectiveness Award, First Place for Illustrated TextEmpowering, practical, and straightforward, this book...

A heartwarming portrait of an unforgettable woman by the critically acclaimed author of Abe's Honest Words and Martin's Big Words. This picture book biography is an excellent and accessible introduction for young readers to learn about one of the world's most influential luminaries. With...

Rare Is Everywhere takes readers on a journey through the animal kingdom, revealing that grasshoppers can be pink, tigers can be white, and lobsters can be blue. Showcasing eleven incredible animals through vibrant illustrations and playful poetry, the book skillfully blends science with art...

A story of a pirate and his crew, who were different than the rest and never given the same benefit as the other pirates. Join Captain Jay and his crew as they prove that just because you are different, it doesn't mean you can't...

Beautiful, full-color photos of kids with disabilities celebrate all types of movement and mobility aids (like wheelchairs, walkers, crutches, prosthetics, and service dogs), while simple, poetic text builds both vocabulary and empathy. New expanded picture book edition includes: information on each mobility aid pictured,...

In this unique introduction to orthotic helmets, a young boy imagines his favorite characters and the helmets they wear. Through creativity, rhymes, and colorful images, this book is intriguing for the entire family. This story provides solidarity, inclusivity, and education for those in the...

In this unique introduction to orthotic helmets, a young boy imagines his favorite characters and the helmets they wear. Through creativity, rhymes, and colorful images, this book is intriguing for the entire family. This story provides solidarity, inclusivity, and education for those in the...

Special Kids are Special Friends!Meet a kind, compassionate, and tenderhearted little girl named Harper. She attends an inclusive school that welcomes children with a variety of special needs. Harper shows her friends love and compassion in spite of them being different. This book is...

Andrew is a big brother to three little siblings who have autism. He helps his parents take care of them while working two jobs and getting good grades in school. He thinks nobody sees all his hard work until his cool dance moves make...

This positive math story teaches kids that everyone learns differently, and that's ok! Max is convinced he will never succeed at memorizing his multiplication facts. When it's time for a test, one by one, Max's classmates turn in their finished papers before the timer...

Author: Jennifer Marino WaltersISBN-10: 1643712543ISBN-13: 9781643712543Publisher: Red Chair PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2024Pages: 24Format: Paperback

This upbeat picture book offers an encouraging insight into the struggles and triumphs of someone with dyslexia. The perfect dyslexia resource for parents and teachers!Katie always thought her dad was smart--he is one of the busiest attorneys in town! People are always asking him...

Carolyn loves second grade...until her difficulty with handwriting shakes her confidence! Perfect for teachers searching for anxiety resources for their classrooms! Stacey Coolidge is the best at handwriting. She hardly ever uses her eraser. But Carolyn isn't doing as well. Carolyn has been practicing...

A student's positive journey with a learning difference that offers an encouraging example of triumph over difficulty. A must-have ADHD book for kids of all ages.David gets scolded a lot by his teacher, Mrs. Gorski, for not paying attention in class. He wants to...

An award-winning, beloved growth mindset book for kids that explores the mind of a gifted child with ADHDHave you ever started to think about one thing and ended up thinking about something completely different? Emily does it all the time. For example, today her...

Humans start learning from the moment they're born and continue to learn for their whole lives. That's a LOT of learning! And here's something special-not everyone learns the same way. This book will get you thinking about how you most like to learn and...

A "No hitting, no biting" book for Toddlers This book about no hitting is a short bedtime story for toddlers to entertain and promote positive behavior. "Do Princesses throw tantrums when they go to the sea? Throwing rocks and splashing water as angry as...

In the continuing story of Jake the Service Dog, Shay is eagerly awaiting Jake's advice on what to expect on the ins and outs of a typical day. Jake patiently answers all of her questions with examples of how things would be for him...

Abby is a little girl who was born with a happy spirit, a curious mind, and a love of the outdoors. She was also born with Down syndrome. There are some things in her life that challenge Abby, and it may take her a...

This is a book about dyslexia, and it's also about the importance of creating a learning experience that works best for you and your brain's needs. Dyslexia is a learning disability that can affect how people read, write, and spell. This author shares her...

I Am Different and That's OK Tristan is a little boy that is learning that his mind is different from that of others. Walk his journey as he embraces neurodiversity.Author: Isabel NtekimISBN-10: 8867504215ISBN-13: 9798867504212Publisher: Independently PublishedLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/24/2023Pages: 28Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.20lbsSize: 8.50h x 8.50w...

In today's adventure, Dahlia and her friends learn about American Sign Language. The friends learn that signing is just another way of communicating, helping those who can't hear feel included and cared for. This story teaches young readers the importance of understanding and embracing...

Open the pages and be prepared to share the loving experience of how a father connects with his daughter, who learns differently. You can feel the love between them as he calls her Princess and is gentle in all his ways. This is a...

Open the pages and be prepared to share the loving experience of how a father connects with his daughter, who learns differently. You can feel the love between them as he calls her Princess and is gentle in all his ways. This is a...

Step into Ylanna's enchanting world, where a beautiful butterfly embodies her extra chromosome. Follow her inspiring journey as she receives the support she needs to embrace life's wonders, from school adventures to cheerleading. Ylanna's story teaches us to celebrate differences and discover the extraordinary...

An engaging way for children to explore their own unique sensory profiles, SENSE fosters awareness, empowerment, and self-advocacy. Explore and discuss preferences across all sensory systems. Begin to understand what makes us who we are!Author: Katelyn J. BergerISBN-10: 1088253156ISBN-13: 9781088253151Publisher: Katelyn J BergerLanguage: EnglishPublished:...

Mindfulness workbook for kids ages 9+ Help improve student focus, organization, mindfulness, and more in the classroom and beyond with the Mark Twain Focus for Success ADHD Workbook for Kids! Health and Wellness Workbooks for Kids are a great way for children to have...

Guess what? I have a little secret!We all have a pair of magic glasses to wear each day! But do we always choose to wear them?Everybody has differences. Some big and some small. How do you react when you see somebody who is different?...

The groundbreaking physicist and disability advocate is the 34th hero in this New York Times bestselling biography series for ages 5 to 9. From a young age, Stephen Hawking had a strong sense of wonder and was full of questions about the world around...

A funny and empowering memoir from a girl with a severe form of cerebral palsy, for fans of Wonder and Out of My Mind. Includes 30 full color photos and a discussion guide, in print for the first time! When she was just a...

What do you know about long-term care? The truth is, it's something that will affect everyone in their lifetime, so it's important we all know about it. Learn about what long-term care is, what it can look like, and be introduced to different types...

This book aims to teach children with disability about body safety and consent and provide them with essential skills to recognize unsafe situations. Using age-appropriate language and illustrations, this book addresses the needs and challenges often faced by children with disability, helping them to...

This book aims to teach children with disability about body safety and consent and provide them with essential skills to recognize unsafe situations. Using age-appropriate language and illustrations, this book addresses the needs and challenges often faced by children with disability, helping them to...

Celebrate all that makes you...you! My Extraordinary Face is a groundbreaking picture book that celebrates what makes us unique! Whether a child is living with a facial difference or struggling with bullying, this heartwarming story explores the ups and downs of growing up with...

Before legendary actor James Earl Jones was recognized for his memorable, smooth voice, he was just James--a stutterer who stopped speaking for eight years as a child...and ultimately found his voice through poetry. Before there was Mufasa...Before there was Darth Vader... There was a...

Now that her first season of wheelchair basketball is over, Sophie's ready for summer! She's a little nervous as she heads to basketball camp for the first time, but seeing her teammates and getting to play basketball again makes her feel much better. Sophie...

Autism Describes me alphabet is a book dedicated in allowing children with autism to understand how important they are. Also included is an activity page and coping skills listing to help children. Author: Ezra Monte HarperISBN-10: 1087876559ISBN-13: 9781087876559Publisher: Truly PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/19/2022Pages: 66Format: PaperbackWeight:...

The science of bionics helps extend and save lives. Explore how people get inspired by animals and plants to improve human lives. Then learn about the technology used in modern bionics and its future.Author: Ainsley NicholsISBN-10: 8765624718ISBN-13: 9798765624715Publisher: Lerner Publications (Tm)Language: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2024Pages: 32Format:...