Ability: the quality or state of being able. Source
Ableism: discrimination or prejudice against individuals with disabilities. Source
Disability: a physical, mental, cognitive, or developmental condition that impairs, interferes with, or limits a person's ability to engage in certain tasks or actions or participate in typical daily activities and interactions. Source
Baptiste, autiste et optimiste by
Collection de tout carton dans lesquels un enfant présentant une différence prend la parole pour expliquer en quoi consiste cette dernière et pour démontrer comment elle rend ses goûts, son comportement et ses habitudes uniques. Si ceux-ci s'accompagnent de quelques inconvénients, ils entraînent aussi beaucoup d'avantages, comme le détaille ici Baptiste, qui est autiste fonctionnel. Ceci signifie qu'il a parfois de la difficulté à interagir avec les autres. Par contre, il peut compter sur Milo, son chien d'assistance, afin de résoudre des énigmes et se rapprocher des enfants à qui il aimerait parler.
Rosamonde, citoyenne du monde by
Collection de tout carton dans lesquels un enfant présentant une différence prend la parole pour expliquer en quoi consiste cette dernière et pour démontrer comment elle rend ses goûts, son comportement et ses habitudes uniques. Si ceux-ci s'accompagnent de quelques inconvénients, ils entraînent aussi beaucoup d'avantages, comme le détaille ici Rosamonde de 4 ans, qui est une Québécoise, d'origine germano-vietnamienne. Ceci signifie qu'elle parle trois langues: le français, l'allemand et le vietnamien. Et aussi, elle voyage beaucoup pour visiter ses grand-parents en Allemagne et au Viêtnam.
Ash a un TDAH by
Collection de tout carton dans lesquels un enfant présentant une différence prend la parole pour expliquer en quoi consiste cette dernière et pour démontrer comment elle rend ses goûts, son comportement et ses habitudes uniques. Si ceux-ci s'accompagnent de quelques inconvénients, ils entraînent aussi beaucoup d'avantages, comme le détaille ici Ashley, qui a un trouble du déficit de l'attention avec hyperactivité. Ceci signifie qu'elle aime quand les choses vont vite et qu'elle a très tôt développé une habileté pour le sprint. Après avoir essayé quelques sports, elle se consacre entièrement à la course puisque si son TDAH peut devenir un ennui en classe, sur la piste, il devient son meilleur allié.
Rachid sans arachides by
Collection de tout carton dans lesquels un enfant présentant une différence prend la parole pour expliquer en quoi consiste cette dernière et pour démontrer comment elle rend ses goûts, son comportement et ses habitudes uniques. Si ceux-ci s'accompagnent de quelques inconvénients, ils entraînent aussi beaucoup d'avantages, comme le détaille ici Rachid, qui est allergique aux arachides. Ceci signifie qu'il ne peut pas parfois manger des gâteaux qui contiennent des arachides. Par contre, il peut faire des expériences et inventer de nouvelles recettes des gâteaux sans arachides.
Pareils... ou presque by
Aux yeux d'Olivier, son cousin Julien et lui sont très semblables! Ils ont le même âge, vont à l'école, aiment tous les deux l'éducation physique. Ils vivent à bonne distance l'un de l'autre, mais se retrouvent chaque Noël. Pourtant, leurs deux réalités sont bien différentes...
Florence & Léon by
Florence souffre d'un problème aux poumons qui lui donne l'impression de respirer dans une paille dès qu'elle fait de l'exercice. Léon, lui, a des problèmes de vision qui lui donnent l'impression d'observer le monde à travers un petit cylindre. Lorsqu'un accident de parcours les réunit par le plus grand des hasards, une connexion s'instaure tout naturellement entre ces deux êtres extraordinaires, qui prennent la vie avec un grain de sel et qui ont su, avec le temps, exploiter leurs handicaps respectifs afin de développer de nouveaux talents. Les confidences fusent autour des boissons glacées commandées au café du coin, permettant à chacun de s'immerger dans l'univers de l'autre en s'émerveillant de sa force et de ses capacités. Des capacités qui se révèlent complémentaires et que chacun propose de mettre au service de l'autre pour le reste de l'après-midi. Et pourquoi pas pour le reste de leur vie?,Un petit bijou de récit, qui pose un regard débordant de tendresse, d'optimisme et de délicatesse sur le handicap. Le texte émouvant, pétri de bonne humeur et de poésie, entraîne les lecteurs dans la bulle de douceur que se forgent les héros, qui se découvrent l'un l'autre autour d'une boisson glacée tandis que la métaphore de la paille, très bien filée, illustre à merveille les difficultés auxquelles ils sont confrontés au quotidien. L'ouverture de l'album, qui jette un bref regard sur l'enfance des héros, facilite par ailleurs l'identification des lecteurs aux protagonistes devenus adultes tout en livrant un message d'espoir aux jeunes souffrant eux aussi d'un handicap en leur démontrant que ce dernier ne les empêchera pas de s'épanouir et de réaliser leurs rêves. Un message qui est renforcé par le ton adopté par Florence et Léon, qui se racontent en toute liberté et se témoignent une compréhension et une empathie dénuées de tout jugement. Des dessins au crayon de bois, rehaussés à l'aquarelle, accompagnent avec finesse cet éloge de la différence d'une rafraîchissante originalité.
Florence and Leon by
Florence and Leon have never met. Florence is a swimming instructor. She has a small problem with her lungs: it's as if she's breathing through a straw. Leon is an insurance salesman. He has a small problem with his eyes: it's as if he's seeing the world through a straw. One day Florence and Leon bump into each other, literally, and this mishap turns their lives upside down. Over slushy drinks with proper straws, Florence and Leon find out how their differences make them alike.
What happened to you? by
Imagine you were asked the same question again and again throughout your life... Imagine if it was a question that didn't bring about the happiest of memories... This is the experience of one-legged Joe, a child who just wants to have fun in the playground... Constantly seen first for his disability, Joe is fed up of only ever being asked about his leg. All he wants to do is play Pirates. But as usual, one after the other, all the children ask him the same question they always ask, What happened to you? Understandably Joe gets increasingly cross! Until finally the penny drops and the children realise that it's a question Joe just doesn't want to answer... and that Joe is playing a rather good game... one that they can join in with if they can stop fixating on his missing leg... Because children are children, after all.
Bodies are cool by
This cheerful love-your-body picture book for preschoolers is an exuberant read-aloud with bright and friendly illustrations to pore over. From the acclaimed creator of Dancing at the Pity Party and Roaring Softly, this picture book is a pure celebration of all the different human bodies that exist in the world. Highlighting the various skin tones, body shapes, and hair types is just the beginning in this truly inclusive book. With its joyful illustrations and encouraging refrain, it will instill body acceptance and confidence in the youngest of readers. "My body, your body, every different kind of body! All of them are good bodies! BODIES ARE COOL!"
We move together by
A bold and colorful exploration of all the ways that people navigate through the spaces around them, and a celebration of the relationships we build along the way. We Move Together follows a mixed-ability group of kids as they creatively negotiate everyday barriers, and find joy and connection in disability culture and community. A perfect tool for families, schools, and libraries to facilitate conversations about disability, accessibility, social justice, and community building. Includes a kid-friendly glossary.
Boy and his dog by
Inspired by the bond between her brother and their family dog, Emma Gardner wrote and illustrated a children's book intending to teach autism acceptance, told through the eyes of their dog, Tou Tou.
What Color Is the Wind? by
A blind child asks each he encounters--a dog, wolf, elephant, mountain, bird, stream, tree--about the color of the wind. Each responds differently, with a shape, color, smell, texture, or idea. Each page displays a visual and tactile palette of cut-outs, textures, colors. It is a sensory experience that makes the invisible experiential, ending with the wind, as the pages fly.
My city speaks by
A young visually impaired girl and her father spend a day in the city, her city, travelling to the places they go together: the playground, the community garden, the market, an outdoor concert. As they do, the girl describes what she senses in delightfully precise, poetic detail. Her city, she says, 'rushes and stops, and waits and goes.' It 'echoes' and 'trills,' and is both 'smelly' and 'sweet.' Her city also speaks, as it 'dings and dongs, and rattles and roars.' And sometimes, maybe even some of the best times, it just listens.
My Ocean Is Blue by
'This is my ocean,' the young girl begins as she heads over the dunes with her mother. Then, as they pass the whole day at the seaside, she lyrically describes her ocean in simple, sensory detail. Nothing the girl experiences escapes her careful observation and appreciation. And at day's end, she can't wait for her next trip to the beach. Author Darren Lebeuf, an award-winning photographer, uses spare text and a rhythmic style to create an evocative read-aloud. The bright, richly coloured cut-paper collage illustrations by Ashley Barron add a captivating visual texture and depth to the story.
You DEAF? by
This is a story about this little penguin who is looking for a Deaf friend to do American language sign with. PAH! Guess who would that be--a caterpillar! The story is re-told in American sign language on the DVD in sound and color with Mary Beth Baierl as the storyteller and Amy Hall-McLaughlin doing the voiceover.
We're All Wonders by
Augie enjoys the company of his dog, Daisy, and using his imagination, but painfully endures the taunts of his peers because of his facial deformity.
My Brother Charlie by
A girl tells what it is like living with her twin brother who has autism and sometimes finds it hard to communicate with words, but who, in most ways, is just like any other boy. Includes authors' note about autism.
Happy again by
An easy-to-read story about Lucas the lion who learns how to live life with a physical disability, with help from his friends and family.
Lucas at the Paralympics by
Lucas the Lion discovers the Paralympics--where physically disabled world-class athletes exemplify strength, determination, and courage.
Lucas Makes a Comeback by
Lucas fell, and now he lives with a disability. When Lucas falls off a ladder, he damages his spine and can't use his legs anymore. He can't stand on them and he can't walk on them. Read about how, with self-determination as well as with the love of friends and family, Lucas can drive a car, play sports, and be a teacher again!
My heart's helper by
This is the short story of how Congenital Heart Defect (CHD) affects the whole family. The story is meant to educate both parents and children regarding CHD and pacemakers. The vivid illustrations and simple text are suitable for all ages.
Ma maison-tête by
Vincent s'efforce d'apprendre par coeur une fable de La Fontaine "Le corbeau et le renard". Une fois devant la classe, il oublie son texte et ses camarades éclatent de rire. Pourtant, le garçon l'avait mémorisée... Nous commençons alors un voyage dans sa tête où il y a différentes pièces qui nous permettent de découvrir les zones de confort et de stress de cet enfant atteint d'un trouble du déficit de l'attention. Ensuite, Vincent essaie de se comprendre lui-même à travers ses interactions avec un corbeau et un renard, inspirés des personnages du fabuliste français, et il poursuit sa réflexion en assistant au visionnement de l'histoire de Pinocchio dans un cinéma.
A Boy Called Bat by
When his veterinarian mom brings home a stray baby skunk that needs rehabilitation before it can be placed in a wild animal shelter, Bat, who has austim, resolves to prove that he is up to the challenge of caring for the skunk permanently.
The War That Saved My Life by
A young disabled girl and her brother are evacuated from London to the English countryside during World War II, where they find life to be much sweeter away from their abusive mother.
The War I Finally Won by
As the frightening impact of World War II creeps closer and closer to her door, eleven-year-old Ada learns to manage life on the home front.
The Secret Garden by
Ten-year-old Mary comes to live in a lonely house on the Yorkshire moors and discovers an invalid cousin and the mysteries of a locked garden.
Fifty-four things wrong with Gwendolyn Rogers by
A chronically frustrated eleven-year-old girl named Gwendolyn Rogers comes to realize she has an undiagnosed mental health issue and tries every way possible to get control of her emotions.
The Storm Runner by
To prevent the Mayan gods from battling each other and destroying the world, thirteen-year-old Zane must unravel an ancient prophecy, stop an evil god, and discover how the physical disability that makes him reliant on a cane also connects him to his father and his ancestry.
The Truth As Told by Mason Buttle by
Mason Buttle is the biggest, sweatiest kid in his grade, and everyone knows he can barely read or write. Mason's learning disabilities are compounded by grief. Fifteen months ago, Mason's best friend, Benny Kilmartin, turned up dead in the Buttle family's orchard. An investigation drags on, and Mason, honest as the day is long, can't understand why Lieutenant Baird won't believe the story Mason has told about that day. Both Mason and his new friend, tiny Calvin Chumsky, are relentlessly bullied by the other boys in their neighborhood, so they create an underground club space for themselves. When Calvin goes missing, Mason finds himself in trouble again. He's desperate to figure out what happened to Calvin, and eventually, Benny.
Out of My Mind by
Considered by many to be mentally retarded, a brilliant, impatient fifth-grader with cerebral palsy discovers a technological device that will allow her to speak for the first time.
Looking for X by
Smart and independent, 11-year-old Khyber lives with her mom, Tammy, a former stripper, and her autistic twin brothers in a poor Toronto neighborhood. Though she doesn't have a lot in common with her classmates, Khyber does have wonderfully eccentric friends: Valerie, Toronto's meanest waitress, and X, a homeless woman in hiding from "the secret police." Despite having to deal with pompous social workers who make her mother cry and ignorant kids who make remarks about her brothers, Khyber manages to enjoy herself, poring over atlases, planning exotic journeys, and taking peanut butter sandwiches to X. But when Tammy decides to move her sons to a group home for proper care, Khyber's world starts to crumble. She fights with her mom and then gets expelled from school. To make matters worse, X suddenly disappears. Khyber sets out to find her in a wild all-night odyssey of self-discovery.
Shadow Jumper by
A story about friendship, family, loss, bravery and overcoming adversity. Jack Phillips's allergy to sunshine confines him to the shadows, leaving him lonely and at risk of life-threatening burns every time he steps into the light. Shadow jumping on the rooftops at dusk makes him feel alive. And free. But Jack's condition is suddenly worse than ever and only his missing scientist dad can save him. As Jack and his new friend, Beth, begin their frantic search and delve into his dad's past for clues, they have no idea what they are about to uncover. Shocking rumours and dark secrets bombard them at every turn. Shadow Jumping takes courage. But when it comes to the truth, just how far will Jack jump to find it? Described as a ' great page turner', 'a thrilling read', with 'intriguing plot twists', Shadow Jumper is the perfect read for children and teens who love a gripping, action-packed adventure mystery.
All He Knew by
In 1939 six-year-old Henry, who is deaf, is taken from his family and placed in a home for the feeble-minded where, years later, his friends include a conscientious objector serving there during World War II.
Duck Days by
The third title in the acclaimed Slug Days Stories, now in paperback. Irma is Lauren's best friend. Irma knows all the strategies Lauren uses when her Autism Spectrum Disorder makes it hard to "go with the flow." Lauren helps Irma learn English words and understand unfamiliar customs. So why does Irma suddenly want to introduce Lauren to her mountain-biking, litter-dropping neighbor Jonas? Why is Irma calling Jonas her friend? As if sharing Irma weren't bad enough, Lauren also has an alarming new problem at school. Their teacher has announced a mountain biking day when the students will learn to ride their bikes on an obstacle course. But Lauren still uses training wheels. She just can't face the teasing she will get when her classmates see them. She isn't brave like Irma. She can't go with the flow like Dad. How can she possibly face this challenge? From author Sara Leach and illustrator Rebecca Bender comes an honest and warm-hearted successor to the critically acclaimed Slug Days and Penguin Days. With straightforward text and frequent black-and-white illustrations, Duck Days is an accessible chapter book for any young reader with mountains of their own to climb.
Willow and Twig by
When their mother breaks her parole and runs off, 10-year-old Willow and her four-year-old brother Twig are on their own. They journey from the mean streets of Vancouver to stay with their grandmother in rural Ontario. There, the children learn valuable life lessons about pride, a sense of belonging, and being true to who you are.
Rules by
Frustrated at life with an autistic brother, twelve-year-old Catherine longs for a normal existence, but her world is further complicated by a friendship with a young paraplegic.
The Book of Boy by
In 1350, a boy with a large hump on his back becomes the servant of a shadowy pilgrim on his way to Rome, who pulls the boy into a dangerous expedition across Europe to gather the seven precious relics of Saint Peter.
Auggie and Me: Three Wonder Stories by
Three previously-published novellas that shed further light on the world of Auggie Pullman, an ordinary boy with an extraordinary face, set before he entered Beecher Prep and during his first year there and told from other characters' points of view. "The Julian Chapter" reveals why the bully dislikes Auggie so much. "Pluto" is about the lifelong friendship between Auggie and Christopher. And, finally, "Shingaling" offers a view of how the girls at Beecher Prep see Auggie when he first comes on the scene.
Wonder by
Ten-year-old Auggie Pullman, who was born with extreme facial abnormalities and was not expected to survive, goes from being home-schooled to entering fifth grade at a private middle school in Manhattan, which entails enduring the taunting and fear of his classmates as he struggles to be seen as just another student.
House of Robots: Robot Revolution by
Robots on strike! Sammy's underappreciated mechanical helpers cause chaos in the house! It's up to Sammy and his disabled sister Maddie to keep the peace until his inventor mom reveals her secret project...and why it was worth the wait.
Hate mail by
Orca Currents are short, fully formed fiction stories published in a narrow hip pocket format. With linear plots and controlled vocabulary and grammar, the books are designed for self-directed reading. They feature compelling stories about real teenagers in normal situations, including themes such as:* Friendship* School* Overcoming challenges* Family issues* Relationships* Bullying* Discrimination* Self-acceptance.Orca Currents are ideal for quick reads, reading programs or ESL/EFL students.Jordie's cousin Todd has moved back to Montreal and is attending Jordie's high school. Todd has autism and requires an aide. Todd has not been welcomed in the school. He's known as a freak, and even other parents seem to resent Todd's special needs. Jordie does everything he can to distance himself from his cousin, fearful of what his friends might think. When he learns that Todd's whole family is buckling under the pressure of a hateful letter, Jordie starts to question his own behaviour. But Todd's resources are unique, and he soon finds a way to prove his worth to his peers and to the community at large. Inspired by real-life events, Hate Mail examines the transformative power of speaking out against prejudice.
Talking to Alaska by
It only takes one day at their new school for Parker and Sven to become mortal enemies. Parker's had a terrible summer and just wants to be invisible, while Sven is desperate to make an impression and be known as anything other than "that boy with epilepsy." When Parker discovers her beloved dog Alaska - who she had to give away last year - now belongs to Sven, she's determined to steal Alaska back. Of course, that's easier said than done.
Les voisins pourquoi by
Nicolas et Roseline sont deux voisins et amis âgés de dix ans. Depuis le premier juillet, Monsieur et Madame Lafleur, deux personnes âgées bien spéciales, ont emménagé dans leur rue. Elles se comportent bizarrement : elles laissent les meubles dehors, arrachent les fleurs ou jouent au soccer en criant bien fort. Les voisins n'en peuvent plus de ces débordements. Pourtant, Nicolas veut à tout prix aider ces pauvres vieux, dont le comportement s'explique par la maladie d'Alzheimer dont ils sont atteints. Il parvient à convaincre les habitants de la ruelle de participer à ce projet. -- Premier titre de la série des "Contes de la ruelle", qui fait vivre des personnages attachants et solidaires. Le ton est léger. Le personnage principal fait preuve d'une maturité étonnante pour son jeune âge.
Une épouvantable saison by
Bruno, dix ans, bégaie et, pour cette raison, est l'objet de moqueries. Il doit fréquenter une classe pour élèves en difficulté d'apprentissage. Tout cela n'est pas facile. Heureusement pour lui, les difficultés s'aplanissent lorsqu'il pratique son sport favori : le hockey. Chaque nouvelle saison l'enthousiasme, mais, cette année, son univers bascule avec l'arrivée d'un nouveau joueur, Vincent. Ce dernier affiche des airs supérieurs et se met à harceler Bruno avec insistance. Bruno vit dans la peur et la tristesse, pense à abandonner le hockey. Son père l'amène à regagner sa confiance. Bruno saura enfin s'affirmer.
El Deafo by
The author recounts in graphic novel format her experiences with hearing loss at a young age, including using a bulky hearing aid, learning how to lip read, and determining her "superpower."
Allergic by
Hoping to adopt a pet to find a sense of belonging in her busy family, Maggie is disappointed to discover she is severely allergic to anything with fur and tries to find a pet to love anyway.
Growing Pangs by
Eleven-year-old homeschooled Katie experiences the ups and downs of growing up and 6th grade--from bad haircuts and friendship breakups to new experiences, new friends, and a new understanding of her OCD
Button Pusher by
Tyler's brain is different. Unlike his friends, he has a hard time paying attention in class. He acts out in goofy, over-the-top ways. Sometimes, he even does dangerous things--like cut up a bus seat with a pocketknife or hang out of an attic window. To the adults in his life, Tyler seems like a troublemaker. But he knows that he's not. Tyler is curious and creative. He's the best artist in his grade, and when he can focus, he gets great grades. He doesn't want to cause trouble, but sometimes he just feels like he can't control himself. In Button Pusher, cartoonist Tyler Page delves into his childhood experiences and explores what it means to grow up with ADHD. From diagnosis to treatment and beyond, Tyler's story is raw and enlightening, inviting you to see the world from a new perspective.
Guts by
Raina wakes up one night with a terrible upset stomach. Her mom has one, too, so it's probably just a bug. Raina eventually returns to school, where she's dealing with the usual highs and lows: friends, not-friends, and classmates who think the school year is just one long gross-out session. It soon becomes clear that Raina's tummy trouble isn't going away... and it coincides with her worries about food, school, and changing friendships. What's going on?
Courage by
Un soir, Raina se réveille avec des maux d'estomac. Comme sa mère en souffre aussi, elle se dit que c'est probablement une gastro. Raina retourne l'école où elle vit les mêmes hauts et bas que d'habitude. Elle se rend compte que ses problèmes d'estomac coïncident avec ses inquiétudes envers la nourriture, l'école et les amitiés changeantes. Que se passe-t-il donc?
Allergic: a Graphic Novel by
A coming-of-age middle-grade graphic novel featuring a girl with severe allergies who just wants to find the perfect pet! At home, Maggie is the odd one out. Her parents are preoccupied with getting ready for a new baby, and her younger brothers are twins and always in their own world. Maggie loves animals and thinks a new puppy to call her own is the answer, but when she goes to select one on her birthday, she breaks out in hives and rashes. She's severely allergic to anything with fur! Can Maggie outsmart her allergies and find the perfect pet? With illustrations by Michelle Mee Nutter, Megan Wagner Lloyd uses inspiration from her own experiences with allergies to tell a heartfelt story of family, friendship, and finding a place to belong.
Courage by
Un soir, Raina se réveille avec des maux d'estomac. Comme sa mère en souffre aussi, elle se dit que c'est probablement une gastro. Raina retourne l'école où elle vit les mêmes hauts et bas que d'habitude. Elle se rend compte que ses problèmes d'estomac coïncident avec ses inquiétudes envers la nourriture, l'école et les amitiés changeantes. Que se passe-t-il donc?
Guts: a Graphic Novel by
A true story from Raina Telgemeier, the #1 New York Timesbestselling, multiple Eisner Award-winning author of Smile, Sisters, Drama, and Ghosts!Raina wakes up one night with a terrible upset stomach. Her mom has one, too, so it's probably just a bug. Raina eventually returns to school, where she's dealing with the usual highs and lows: friends, not-friends, and classmates who think the school year is just one long gross-out session. It soon becomes clear that Raina's tummy trouble isn't going away... and it coincides with her worries about food, school, and changing friendships. What's going on?Raina Telgemeier once again brings us a thoughtful, charming, and funny true story about growing up and gathering the courage to face -- and conquer -- her fears.
Hear Me by
One year after being diagnosed with hearing loss, Rayne's hearing keeps getting worse, even with aids. It's a struggle to maintain friendships and keep up in school, surfing is now a wipeout, and she can't understand her favorite singer's lyrics. But worst of all, Rayne's parents are pushing for her to get cochlear implants, a surgery Rayne's not convinced is worth the risks and challenges.
Rayne begs her parents to consider other options, but they're not budging. With the surgery looming, Rayne sets off on a bus journey that forces her to face her own assumptions about what her hearing loss means and what kind of life she could have. With the help of some new friends, Rayne realizes that even though her ears may be broken, she is not.
Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus by
The audio edition of the bestselling middle grade novel about a spunky girl born without arms and a boy with Tourette syndrome navigating the challenges of middle school, disability, and friendship-all while solving a mystery in a western theme park. Aven Green loves to tell people that she lost her arms in an alligator wrestling match, or a wildfire in Tanzania, but the truth is that she was born without them. And when her parents take a job running Stagecoach Pass, a rundown western theme park in Arizona, Aven moves with them across the country knowing that she'll have to answer the question over and over again. Her new life takes an unexpected turn when she bonds with Connor, a classmate who also feels isolated because of his own disability, and they discover a room at Stagecoach Pass that holds bigger secrets than Aven ever could have imagined. It's hard to solve a mystery, help a friend, and face your worst fears. But Aven's about to discover she can do it all . . . even without arms.
I talk like a river by
When a boy who stutters feels down, his compassionate father helps him reconnect to the world around him during a walk by the river which helps him find his voice.
My Brother Otto by
This engaging picture book shows everyday life with little crow siblings when one of them is on the autism spectrum. My Brother Otto is a child-friendly, endearing, and fun picture book for children about the love, acceptance, and understanding a sister, Piper, has for her little brother Otto, who is on the autism spectrum. The book provides explanations for Otto's differences and quirkiness in an easy-to-understand language, and highlights Otto's desires for adventure and love--just like his peers. To be more specific, My Brother Otto is a sweet story about a sister and a brother who engage in common, everyday experiences in their own unique way with the idea that kindness and understanding always win!
Out of My Mind by
Considered by many to be mentally retarded, a brilliant, impatient fifth-grader with cerebral palsy discovers a technological device that will allow her to speak for the first time.
Sara and the Search for Normal by
"Readers will appreciate [Sara] as good literary company even as they develop sympathy for her struggles." --BCCB "It's the vivid, insightful depiction of Sara's internal struggles that readers will remember." --Booklist "A must-buy." --School Library Journal (starred review) In this prequel to the Edgar Award-winning OCDaniel, fan-favorite Sara quests for "normal" and finds something even better along the way. Sara's Rules to be Normal 1. Stop taking your pills 19. Make a friend 137. Don't put mayonnaise on peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. Sara wants one thing: to be normal. What she has instead are multiple diagnoses from Dr. Ring. Sara's constant battle with False Alarm--what she calls panic attacks--and other episodes cause her to isolate herself. She rarely speaks, especially not at school, and so she doesn't have any friends. But when she starts group therapy she meets someone new. Talkative and outgoing Erin doesn't believe in "normal," and Sara finds herself in unfamiliar territory: at the movies, at a birthday party, and with someone to tell about her crush--in short, with a friend. But there's more to Erin than her cheerful exterior, and Sara begins to wonder if helping Erin will mean sacrificing their friendship.
The War I Finally Won by
As the frightening impact of World War II creeps closer and closer to her door, eleven-year-old Ada learns to manage life on the home front.
The War That Saved My Life by
A young disabled girl and her brother are evacuated from London to the English countryside during World War II, where they find life to be much sweeter away from their abusive mother.
The War That Saved My Life by
A young disabled girl and her brother are evacuated from London to the English countryside during World War II, where they find life to be much sweeter away from their abusive mother.
We're All Wonders by
Augie enjoys the company of his dog, Daisy, and using his imagination, but painfully endures the taunts of his peers because of his facial deformity
Understanding Blindness by
In this title, readers learn common symptoms and behaviors of blindness and how it affects kids at school and in relationships. Text includes suggestions on how to be a kind and respectful friend to someone who is blind and appropriate activities kids can enjoy together. A famous person who has overcome the challenges of blindness is highlighted. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Big Buddy Books is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Understanding Deafness by
In this title, readers learn common symptoms and behaviors of deafness and how it affects kids at school and in relationships. Text includes suggestions on how to be a kind and respectful friend to someone who is deaf and appropriate activities kids can enjoy together. A famous person who has overcome the challenges of deafness is highlighted. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Big Buddy Books is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Understanding Physical Disabilities by
In this title, readers learn common symptoms and behaviors of physical disabilities and how it affects kids at school and in relationships. Text includes suggestions on how to be a kind and respectful friend to someone who has physical disabilities and appropriate activities kids can enjoy together. A famous person who has overcome the challenges of physical disability is highlighted. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Big Buddy Books is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Understanding Dyslexia by
In this title, readers learn common symptoms and behaviors of dyslexia and how it affects kids at school and in relationships. Text includes suggestions on how to be a kind and respectful friend to someone who has dyslexia and appropriate activities kids can enjoy together. A famous person who has overcome the challenges of dyslexia is highlighted. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Big Buddy Books is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Understanding Autism by
In this title, readers learn common symptoms and behaviors of autism and how it affects kids at school and in relationships. Text includes suggestions on how to be a kind and respectful friend to someone with autism and appropriate activities kids can enjoy together. A famous person who has overcome the challenges of autism is highlighted. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Big Buddy Books is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Understanding ADHD by
In this title, readers learn common symptoms and behaviors of ADHD and how it affects kids at school and in relationships. Text includes suggestions on how to be a kind and respectful friend to someone with ADHD and appropriate activities kids can enjoy together. A famous person who has overcome the challenges of ADHD is highlighted. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Big Buddy Books is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
I am not a label by
This book brings together 34 disabled artists, thinkers, athletes and activists from past and present. Find out how these iconic figures have overcome obstacles, owned their differences and paved the way for others by making their bodies and minds work for them. These short biographies tell the stories of people who have faced unique challenges which have not stopped them from becoming trailblazers, innovators, advocates and makers. Each person is a leading figure in their field, be it sport, science, maths, art, breakdance or the world of pop. Challenge your preconceptions of disability and mental health with the eye-opening stories of these remarkable people: Ludwig van Beethoven, Gustav Kirchoff, Henri Matisse, Eliza Suggs, Helen Keller, Frida Kahlo, John Nash, Stephen Hawking, Temple Grandin, Stevie Wonder, Nabil Shaban, Terry Fox, Peter Dinklage, Wanda Diaz Merced, Emmanuel Ofosu Yeboah, Dr Victor Pineda, Farida Bedwei, Stella Young, Lady Gaga, Arunima Sinha, Naoki Higashida, Isabella Spingmuhl Tejada, Aaron Philip, Catalina Devandas Aguilar, Redouan Ait Chitt, Jonas Jacobsson, Trischa Zorn, Ade Adepitan, and Nick Jonas.
A different kind of normal : my real-life completely true story about being unique by
In this joyfully illustrated memoir, author-illustrator Abigail Balfe recounts her journey growing up autistic and the challenges of navigating the "normal" world around her.
Different like me : my book of autism heroes by
Different Like Me introduces children aged 8 to 12 years to famous, inspirational figures from the world of science, art, math, literature, philosophy and comedy. Eight-year-old Quinn, a young boy with Asperger's Syndrome, tells young readers about the achievements and characteristics of his autism heroes, from Albert Einstein, Dian Fossey and Wassily Kandinsky to Lewis Carroll, Benjamin Banneker and Julia Bowman Robinson, among others. All excel in different fields, but are united by the fact that they often found it difficult to fit in-just like Quinn. Fully illustrated in colour and written in child-friendly language, this book will be a wonderful resource for children, particularly children with autism, their parents, teachers, carers and siblings.
Fighting for gold : the story of Canada's sledge hockey Paralympic gold by
Recounts the experiences of the Canadian Men's Sledge Hockey team, for athletes with disabilities in the lower body, at the Paralympics in Turin, Italy, in 2006, where they were the underdogs in the tournament.
Terry Fox by
Simple text and illustrations describe the life of Terry Fox, a young cancer patient who attempted to run across Canada in 1980 to raise money for cancer research.
Forever Terry : a legacy in letters by
Terry Fox defined perseverance and hope for a generation of Canadians. Forty years after Terry's run ended, Forever Terry reflects what Terry s legacy means to us now, and in the future. To mark the 40th anniversary of the Marathon of Hope, Forever Terry: A Legacy in Letters recounts the inspiration, dedication, and perseverance that Terry Fox embodied, and gives voice to an icon whose example spoke much louder than his words. Comprising 40 letters from 40 contributors, and edited by Terry's younger brother Darrell on behalf of the Fox family, Forever Terry pays tribute to Terry's legacy, as seen through the eyes of celebrated Canadians ranging from Margaret Atwood, Bobby Orr, Perdita Felicien, Jann Arden, and Christine Sinclair, to those who accompanied Terry on his run, Terry Fox Run organizers, participants, supporters, and cancer champions. Appearing alongside never-before-seen photos of their hero, their reflections reveal connections that readers would never have expected, and o
Temple Grandin : inspiring animal-behavior scientist by
Chronicles the life and career of the animal scientist, from her work to help others with autism to her lobbying for animal welfare.
Stephen Hawking : extraordinary theoretical physicist by
Chronicles the life and career of the theoretical physicist, from his battle with ALS to his work on black holes.
Helen Keller : a determined life by
A brief biography highlights some of the struggles and accomplishments in the life of Helen Keller.
Who was Helen Keller? by
A biography of the woman who, with the assistance of her devoted teacher Annie Sullivan, achieved success and fame despite being blind and deaf.
Silent Observer by
The biography of Christy MacKinnon, a young deaf girl growing up in Nova Scotia in the late 1800s.
The disability experience : working toward belonging by
This nonfiction book for teens provides a history of disability, describes types of disabilities and examines the challenges faced by people living with disabilities.
L'Alzheimer racontée aux enfants by
Philippe adore son grand-papa Louis-Chêne avec qui il partage depuis toujours complicité, escapades amusantes et moments de détente. Lorsqu'il apprend que son papi a la maladie d'Alzheimer, il ignore à quoi s'attendre. Au début, rien ne semble avoir beaucoup changé, puis les mots s'envolent, les idées étonnantes apparaissent et les comportements se modifient. Comment s'adapter? Comment concilier l'amour de l'autre avec ses oublis des souvenirs partagés. Philippe devra apprendre à communiquer autrement ainsi qu'à aimer plus fort et au-delà des mots. Quand on est parent, expliquer à notre enfant cette étrange maladie qui affecte plusieurs sphères de la vie et qui progresse sans cesse est souvent complexe. Comment trouver les bons mots pour infuser l'espoir? Ce conte illustré vous permet d'aborder le sujet avec lui, d'une façon simple et imagée. Grâce à la section "les petits curieux", il pourra aussi trouver lui-même des réponses à ses questions. De plus, les nombreux trucs et stratégies offerts par l'autrice permettront à l'enfant d'aider à sa hauteur, de maintenir les liens avec la personne atteinte et d'assimiler lentement les changements inévitables!
Our brother Robin : an autism acceptance story by
Meet Robin, smart, young robot who has some amazing talents, but who also faces some challenges. Intended to demystify autism, and promote autism acceptance in young readers, this story features colourful illustrations and simple, yet engaging, text.
Good Night, Commander by
A child who has survived the Iraq-Iran War finds himself playing an imaginary war in his room, but when he confronts an enemy soldier, he finds that, like himself, this soldier is missing a leg.
Love from A to Z by
Eighteen-year-old Muslims Adam and Zayneb meet in Doha, Qatar, during spring break and fall in love as both struggle to find a way to live their own truths.
Me and Earl and the dying girl by
Greg has managed to become part of every social group at his Pittsburgh high school without having any friends, but his life changes when his mother forces him to befriend Rachel, a girl he once knew in Hebrew school who has leukemia.
Kids of appetite by
Teens Victor Benucci and Madeline Falco sit in separate police interrogation rooms telling about the misfits who brought them together and their journey sparked by a message in an urn.
Anything but typical by
Told from the first-person perspective of an autistic boy, Nora Raleigh Baskin's novel is an enlightening story for anyone who has ever worried about fitting in. Jason Blake is an autistic twelve-year-old living in a neurotypical world. Most days it's just a matter of time before something goes wrong. But Jason finds a glimmer of understanding when he comes across PhoenixBird, who posts stories to the same online site as he does. Jason can be himself when he writes and he thinks that PhoneixBird-her name is Rebecca-could be his first real friend. But as desperate as Jason is to met her, he's terrified that if they do meet, Rebecca wil only see his autism and not who Jason really is. By acclaimed writer Nora Raleigh Baskin, this is the breathtaking depiction of an autistic boy's struggles-and a story for anyone who has ever worried about fitting in.
Bucking the Sarge by
Deeply involved in his cold and manipulative mother's shady business dealings in Flint, Michigan, fourteen-year-old Luther keeps a sense of humor while running the Happy Neighbor Group Home For Men, all the while dreaming of going to college and becoming a philosopher.
On the Spectrum by
Growing up in the shadow of a famous mother, Clara has never felt good about her body. Now, at sixteen, she has an unhealthy obsession with healthy eating. After a social media disaster, she decides to escape for the summer to Paris to stay with her estranged dad and her six-year-old brother, Alastair, who is on the autism spectrum. Charged with his care, Clara and Alastair set out to explore the city. Paris, and a handsome young French baker, teaches Clara about first love, and a new love of food. And Alastair teachers Clara about patience, trust, and the beauty of loving without judgment.
Fish in a Tree by
Ally has been smart enough to fool a lot of smart people. Every time she lands in a new school, she is able to hide her inability to read by creating clever yet disruptive distractions. She is afraid to ask for help; after all, how can you cure dumb? However, her newest teacher Mr. Daniels sees the bright, creative kid underneath the trouble maker. With his help, Ally learns not to be so hard on herself and that dyslexia is nothing to be ashamed of. As her confidence grows, Ally feels free to be herself and the world starts opening up with possibilities. She discovers that there's a lot more to her -- and to everyone -- than a label, and that great minds don't always think alike.
Five feet apart by
Seventeen-year-olds Stella and Will, both suffering from cystic fibrosis, realize the only way to stay alive is to stay apart, but their love for each other is slowly pushing the boundaries of physical and emotional safety.
Wonder by
Ten-year-old Auggie Pullman, who was born with extreme facial abnormalities and was not expected to survive, goes from being home-schooled to entering fifth grade at a private middle school in Manhattan, which entails enduring the taunting and fear of his classmates as he struggles to be seen as just another student.
Kat and Meg Conquer the World by
When they are thrown together for a year-long science project, Kat, who has a social anxiety disorder, and Meg, who has ADHD, bond over their common obsession with a swoon-worthy online gaming star.,Kat's anxiety makes it hard for her to talk to new people; she only feels safe in front of her computer, playing her favorite video game. Meg hates being alone, but her ADHD keeps pushing people away. When the two girls are thrown together for a year-long science project, they discover they do have one thing in common: their obsession with the online gaming star LumberLegs and his hilarious videos. If they can stick together and stay out of their heads, they might figure out how to help each other-- and build the kind of friendship Kat never knew she wanted and Meg never believed she'd find.
Bone Gap by
Eighteen-year-old Finn, an outsider in his quiet Midwestern town, is the only witness to the abduction of town favorite Roza, but his inability to distinguish between faces makes it difficult for him to help with the investigation, and subjects him to even more ridicule and bullying.
Love letters for Joy by
A new LGBTQIA+ romance story by the author of You, Me, and Our Heartstrings. Less than a year away from graduation, seventeen-year-old Joy is too busy overachieving to be worried about relationships. She's determined to be Caldwell Prep's first disabled valedictorian. And she only has one person to beat, her academic rival Nathaniel. But it's senior year and everyone seems to be obsessed with pairing up. One of her best friends may be developing feelings for her and the other uses Caldwell's anonymous love-letter writer to snag the girl of her dreams. Joy starts to wonder if she has missed out on a quintessential high school experience. She is asexual, but that's no reason she can't experience first love, right? She writes to Caldwell Cupid to help her sort out these new feelings and, over time, finds herself falling for the mysterious voice behind the letters. But falling in love might mean risking what she wants most, especially when the letter-writer turns out to be the last person she would ever expect.
A Time to Dance by
Padma Venkatraman's inspiring story of a young girl's struggle to regain her passion and find a new peace is told lyrically through verse that captures the beauty and mystery of India and the ancient bharatanatyam dance form. This is a stunning novel about spiritual awakening, the power of art, and above all, the courage and resilience of the human spirit. Veda, a classical dance prodigy in India, lives and breathes dance--so when an accident leaves her a below-knee amputee, her dreams are shattered. For a girl who's grown used to receiving applause for her dance prowess and flexibility, adjusting to a prosthetic leg is painful and humbling. But Veda refuses to let her disability rob her of her dreams, and she starts all over again, taking beginner classes with the youngest dancers. Then Veda meets Govinda, a young man who approaches dance as a spiritual pursuit. As their relationship deepens, Veda reconnects with the world around her, and begins to discover who she is and what dance truly means to her.
Hell followed with us by
A furious, queer debut novel about embracing the monster within and unleashing its power against your oppressors. "A long, sustained scream to the various strains of anti-transgender legislation multiplying around the world like, well, a virus." --The New York Times INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER Sixteen-year-old trans boy Benji is on the run from the cult that raised him--the fundamentalist sect that unleashed Armageddon and decimated the world's population. Desperately, he searches for a place where the cult can't get their hands on him, or more importantly, on the bioweapon they infected him with. But when cornered by monsters born from the destruction, Benji is rescued by a group of teens from the local Acheson LGBTQ+ Center, affectionately known as the ALC. The ALC's leader, Nick, is gorgeous, autistic, and a deadly shot, and he knows Benji's darkest secret: the cult's bioweapon is mutating him into a monster deadly enough to wipe humanity from the earth once and for all. Still, Nick offers Benji shelter among his ragtag group of queer teens, as long as Benji can control the monster and use its power to defend the ALC. Eager to belong, Benji accepts Nick's terms...until he discovers the ALC's mysterious leader has a hidden agenda, and more than a few secrets of his own. Perfect for fans of Gideon the Ninth and Annihilation. A New York Public Library Best Book of the Year "A defining voice of our generation." -H.E. Edgmon, author of The Witch King "Hands down the best YA horror book I've read." -Aden Polydoros, author of The City Beautiful "A chimera of horror, romance, and something stranger." -Rose Szabo, author of What Big Teeth "A timely and riveting tale." -Ray Stoeve, author of Between Perfect and Real
Et plus si affinités by
Steffi devient muette lorsqu'elle est soumise à des situations de stress et elle a vécu une partie importante de sa vie effacée. Sa rencontre avec Rhys va modifier sa situation. L'adolescent est sourd et comme elle connaît un peu le langage des signes, elle l'aide et en tombe amoureuse. En trouvant des moyens de communiquer, Steffi va retrouver le chemin de sa parole.
Tempête au haras by
Un roman sur le monde des courses de chevaux. Il en dévoile les coulisses avec réalisme et s'attache à faire de son personnage un héros courageux et modeste. Un livre sensible et intelligent sur l'univers hippique et le quotidien d'un haras.
Un tueur à ma porte by
Daniel s'est brulé les yeux lors d'un séjour aux sports d'hiver. Quelques jours après son retour, il est réveillé en pleine nuit par un cri et des râles venant de la rue. Y aurait-il un blessé? Daniel se précipite à la fenêtre mais il ne voit rien. L'assassin, lui, l'a très bien vu. Et il n'a pas l'intention de laisser un témoin aussi gênant lui échapper.
Le bizarre incident du chien pendant la nuit : roman by
Lorsque Christopher, un jeune autiste de quinze ans doté d'une vive intelligence, découvre Wellington, le chien de la voisine, transpercé d'une fourche, il décide de mener sa propre enquête, malgré l'interdiction de son père. Mettant à profit son sens aigu de l'observation ainsi que sa logique hors du commun (qui se reflète dans la multitude de graphiques, de plans et de dessins qui jalonnent l'ouvrage), il interroge les voisins. Son suspect numéro un: M. Shears, l'ancien mari de la voisine. Au cours d'un interrogatoire, il apprend que ce dernier était l'amant de sa mère, qu'il croyait décédée, et qu'ils se sont enfuis ensemble. Ce n'est que le début d'une série de révélations qui bouleverseront sa vie et lui dévoileront l'énigme de son passé. Un roman foisonnant d'anecdotes et d'informations sur une multitude de phénomènes scientifiques dont raffole le héros et dans lequel se marient agréablement froideur mathématique et tendresse.
Notre-Dame de Paris by
Un dossier d'une trentaine de pages complète cette édition et permet d'en savoir un peu plus sur l'oeuvre et sur l'auteur.
Enterrement d'une vie de cancre by
Ce roman, doté d'un léger suspense, aborde le thème de la réalisation de soi sur un ton léger et humoristique.
L'enfant océan by
Récit à plusieurs voix comme autant de points de vue sur la fugue des jumeaux Doutreleau, dirigée par leur petit frère de dix ans, nain et muet. Chaque récit permet de suivre cette étonnante équipée, en continu.
Dans la tête de Marguerite by
L'univers de Marguerite ne ressemble en rien à celui des autres adolescentes de quatorze ans. Autiste, elle supporte très difficilement les contacts physiques et a érigé autour de son corps une forteresse où elle vit à l'abri, comme en apesanteur, dans une solitude rassurante. Dans ses propres mots, l'héroïne raconte son histoire, elle qui a à peine deux ans lorsque tombe le dur diagnostic de sa maladie et trois de plus lorsque sa mère dépressive quitte le navire familial, incapable de supporter plus longtemps ses crises quotidiennes. Son père réorganise quant à lui son emploi du temps en fonction de ses besoins et se bat férocement afin de la faire intégrer dans une classe régulière. Marguerite s'épanouit ainsi grâce à la compréhension d'une enseignante exceptionnelle, mais également de Rose, sa gardienne adolescente, qui l'encourage avec une infinie patience à dépasser ses limites en pratiquant avec elle l'équithérapie et en l'initiant à l'aquarelle. L'art lui offre d'ailleurs la clé dont elle a besoin non seulement pour échapper au silence et à l'isolement, mais également pour accepter l'inacceptable lorsqu'un terrible drame survient.
Le garçon de l'intérieur by
Jules est devenu sourd suite à une bêtise d'adolescent pour se faire remarquer de la belle Camille. Passé le choc, Jules qui a maintenant 16 ans, s'est adapté à la situation, de même que sa famille, qui a appris le langage des signes. Lui-même continue ses études dans un établissement spécialisé. Ses parents décident de passer des vacances dans un village viticole d'Alsace. Ils seront hébergés dans un gîte tenu par une famille de vignerons dont le fils Rémi est lui aussi sourd, mais de naissance. À son arrivée, Jules découvre que Rémi a une grande soeur qui s'appelle Camille... Mais bientôt, une catastrophe se produit. Plus de trois cents pieds de vigne ont été tronçonnés dans leur parcelle, et ce, par une main malveillante. D'autres incidents arrivent et les coïncidences commencent à être un peu suspectes. Jules et son nouvel ami Rémi décident de se transformer en enquêteurs et d'élucider le mystère.
Kickflip by
Albert, bientôt quinze ans, éprouve de graves difficultés scolaires, ses talents athlétiques pour la planche à roulettes et sa témérité ne compensent malheureusement pas ses mauvaises notes en classe. Après un énième échec, l'adolescent se voit transférer dans une classe spéciale composée de treize élèves sélectionnés en raison de leurs mauvaises performances scolaires ou de leur mauvais comportement. Cette seconde deuxième année de secondaire sera marquée par de nouvelles amitiés qui l'entraîneront à commettre quelques bêtises et à se rebeller, des altercations de plus en plus musclées avec le dur à cuire de l'école, ses premiers émois amoureux et la fin de sa longue amitié avec son copain d'enfance.
Liaisons dangereuses.com : roman by
Chloé, atteinte de surdité, a du mal à s'intégrer à l'école secondaire de son quartier, et ce, même si son appareil auditif lui permet de bien suivre en classe. Heureusement, Chloé peut compter sur Néo, son correspondant virtuel avec qui elle clavarde quotidiennement, pour lui remonter le moral. Bientôt, Chloé ressent même des sentiments pour lui. À sa demande, elle accepte d'agrémenter son ordinateur d'une caméra. Ce dernier lui demande alors de faire des choses audacieuses pour lui. L'adolescente accepte, mais assez rapidement elle trouve que les demandes du garçon vont trop loin et décide de mettre un terme à cette relation virtuelle. Entre-temps, elle rencontre Mathys, un étudiant de son école avec qui elle sortira peu de temps après. Mais alors que tout semble aller pour le mieux pour elle, voilà que son ami virtuel la harcèle et menace même de publier des images compromettantes de l'adolescente sur Internet. SDM.,Le roman, bien qu'un peu long, parvient à capter l'intérêt du lecteur et à le sensibiliser aux dangers possibles des rencontres virtuelles.
When Stars Are Scattered by
Omar and his younger brother Hassan live in a refugee camp, and when an opportunity for Omar to get an education comes along, he must decide between going to school every day or caring for his nonverbal brother in this intimate and touching portrayal of family and daily life in a refugee camp.
The Thud by
When Noel's mother has a stroke, his world is turned upside down. Especially when a man comes, who tells Noel that he can't stay in the only home he's ever known. He has to move from his apartment and his city to some kind of care facility, in a town he's never heard of. For the first time, Noel is on his own. Who can he trust? Who can he love? There is a village in Germany called Neuerkerode that is largely populated and run by people with developmental disabilities -- the local restaurant, the local bar, the local supermarket. It's a beautiful, even incredible place -- and it's where The Thud takes place. In 2016, cartoonist Mikael Ross began visiting Neuerkerode. Over the course of two years, Ross learned about the people who live there and listened to their stories. As Neuerkerode Protestant Foundation Director Rudiger Becker has stated, out of this has arisen a powerful piece of literature that depicts, with a rarely seen intensity and authenticity, the lives of people with intellectual disabilities. Told from Noel's perspective with humor and empathy, The Thud offers a rare window into the life of a boy living with developmental disabilities. In doing so, Ross has crafted an enchanting story that helps us understand the often misunderstood.
Josee, the Tiger and the Fish by
College student Tsuneo loves the ocean and the creatures it harbors, and he dreams of studying abroad in faraway waters. All he needs is enough funds to go, so when a girl in a wheelchair suddenly barrels into his life, he readily agrees to work part-time as her caretaker. Getting close to the prickly Josee is easier said than done, but before he can give up, an impromptu trip to the beach shows them both that sometimes, they must take that first plunge to see the wonders that await. The hit animated film based on the striking story by Seiko Tanabe has been beautifully illustrated by Nao Emoto and collected in this single omnibus edition!
Maybe now : a novel by
What is more important? Friendship, loyalty, or love? Colleen Hoover and Griffin Peterson collaborate once again to bring fans of "Maybe Someday" back into the musical world of Ridge Lawson and Sydney Blake. And Maggie. And Warren and Bridgette.,Maggie meets Jake, a cardiologist with a penchant for tandem skydiving. Getting ready for a post-jump date, Maggie comes across an old list of things she wanted to do "maybe one of these days," and decides what better time than now? She keeps Ridge updated on her adventures, but he can't help but worry, even as Sydney grows more and more suspicious about their friendship. If Sydney is going to move past this jealousy, she will need to reconcile how she and Ridge came together-- and with the fact that Maggie will always be in their lives somehow. Otherwise she will end up walking away from the man she loves.
Flowers for Algernon by
With more than five million copies sold, Flowers for Algernon is the beloved, classic story of a mentally disabled man whose experimental quest for intelligence mirrors that of Algernon, an extraordinary lab mouse. In poignant diary entries, Charlie tells how a brain operation increases his IQ and changes his life. As the experimental procedure takes effect, Charlie's intelligence expands until it surpasses that of the doctors who engineered his metamorphosis. The experiment seems to be a scientific breakthrough of paramount importance-until Algernon begins his sudden, unexpected deterioration. Will the same happen to Charlie? An American classic that inspired the award-winning movie Charly.
The Housekeeper and the Professor by
A once brilliant math professor suffers the effects of a head trauma that erases his short term memory every eighty minutes and is repeatedly introduced to his housekeeper anew, but past equations in the professor's mind enables him to discover surprising connections.
Of Mice and Men by
A controversial tale of friendship and tragedy during the Great Depression A Penguin Classic Over seventy-five years since its first publication, Steinbeck's tale of commitment, loneliness, hope, and loss remains one of America's most widely read and taught novels. An unlikely pair, George and Lennie, two migrant workers in California during the Great Depression, grasp for their American Dream. They hustle work when they can, living a hand-to-mouth existence. For George and Lennie have a plan: to own an acre of land and a shack they can call their own. When they land jobs on a ranch in the Salinas Valley, the fulfillment of their dream seems to be within their grasp. But even George cannot guard Lennie from the provocations, nor predict the consequences of Lennie's unswerving obedience to the things George taught him. Of Mice and Men represents an experiment in form, which Steinbeck described as "a kind of playable novel, written in a novel form but so scened and set that it can be played as it stands." A rarity in American letters, it achieved remarkable success as a novel, a Broadway play, and three acclaimed films. This edition features an introduction by Susan Shillinglaw, one of today's leading Steinbeck scholars. For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,700 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators.
The Silence Between Us by
After moving to Colorado, deaf seventeen-year-old Maya is forced to attend a hearing school, where she must navigate a new life and prove that her lack of hearing will not stop her from pursuing her dreams.
Ce jour-là, à 7h22 by
Premier tome de cette série réaliste où l'on suit ici Iago et Clarence deux jeunes joueurs de soccer ayant fait connaissance lors d'une séance de qualification pour l'équipe de Rivière-aux-Moustiques. Leur ballon ayant été botté de l'autre côté du mur de la résidence psychiatrique voisine de leur école, Iago et Clarence font alors le mur pour aller le récupérer. Or, de l'autre côté, des pensionnaires de la maison pour handicapés mentaux engagent peu à la conversation avec eux, une conversation qui part dans tous les sens, de plus teintée par les troubles de chacun. Lorsque ces patients décident, de plus, de les accompagner dans leur cour d'école, où l'entraîneur les attend, la bande bigarrée de ces voisins atypiques met la pagaille, mais fait tout un tabac sur le terrain.
The Color of Silence by
Alex is seventeen years old and she feels her life has come to an end. After being involved in an accident that killed her best friend, she doesn't see why anyone would want her around and she refuses to talk. Ordered by a judge to do community service, she must spend time at a hospital with a girl named Joanie, who has minimal control of her body and no speech. Never having known another way of being, Joanie has an extraordinary internal life. She has been listening and watching as the world goes on around her, but Joanie is so full of words, thoughts and images that if she could ever figure out a way to let them loose, they would come swirling out in a torrent of syllables. She would fill every room with the colors of her dreams until the whole world became a rainbow of her making. Brought together by accident, Alex and Joanie have experienced the helplessness of silence. Their growing connection may lead them both to find the power of their voices.
A curse so dark and lonely by
Eighteen for the three hundred twenty-seventh time, Prince Rhen despairs of breaking the curse that turns him into a beast at the end of each day until feisty Harper enters his life.
Fish in a Tree by
Ally has been smart enough to fool a lot of smart people. Every time she lands in a new school, she is able to hide her inability to read by creating clever yet disruptive distractions. She is afraid to ask for help; after all, how can you cure dumb? However, her newest teacher Mr. Daniels sees the bright, creative kid underneath the trouble maker. With his help, Ally learns not to be so hard on herself and that dyslexia is nothing to be ashamed of. As her confidence grows, Ally feels free to be herself and the world starts opening up with possibilities. She discovers that there's a lot more to her -- and to everyone -- than a label, and that great minds don't always think alike.
All the Bright Places by
Told in alternating voices, when Theodore Finch and Violet Markey meet on the ledge of the bell tower at school--both teetering on the edge--it's the beginning of an unlikely relationship, a journey to discover the "natural wonders" of the state of Indiana, and two teens' desperate desire to heal and save one another
The Prisoner of Cell 25 by
The start of an action-packed teen series from #1 New York Times bestselling author Richard Paul Evans. To everyone at Meridian High School, fourteen-year-old Michael Vey is nothing special, just the kid who has Tourette's syndrome. But in truth, Michael is extremely special--he has electric powers. Michael thinks he is unique until he discovers that a cheerleader named Taylor has the same mysterious powers. With the help of Michael's friend, Ostin, the three of them set out to discover how Michael and Taylor ended up with their abilities, and their investigation soon brings them to the attention of a powerful group who wants to control the electric teens--and through them, the world. #1 New York Times bestselling author Richard Paul Evans introduces a character whose risk-filled exploration marks the beginning of a riveting new series. With only his powers, his wits, and his friends to protect him, Michael will need all his strength to survive.... Michael Vey is the first title in Glenn Beck's Mercury Ink publishing program.
Tuesdays with Morrie : an old man, a young man, and life's greatest lesson by
Maybe it was a grandparent, or a teacher, or a colleague. Someone older, patient and wise, who understood you when you were young and searching, helped you see the world as a more profound place, gave you sound advice to help you make your way through it. For Mitch Albom, that person was Morrie Schwartz, his college professor from nearly twenty years ago. Maybe, like Mitch, you lost track of this mentor as you made your way, and the insights faded, and the world seemed colder. Wouldn't you like to see that person again, ask the bigger questions that still haunt you, receive wisdom for your busy life today the way you once did when you were younger? Mitch Albom had that second chance. He rediscovered Morrie in the last months of the older man's life. Knowing he was dying, Morrie visited with Mitch in his study every Tuesday, just as they used to back in college. Their rekindled relationship turned into one final "class": lessons in how to live.
The reason I jump : the inner voice of a thirteen-year-old boy with autism by
Written by Naoki Higishida when he was only thirteen, this remarkable book explains the often baffling behaviour of autistic children and shows the way they think and feel - such as about the people around them, time and beauty, noise, and themselves. Naoki abundantly proves that autistic people do possess imagination, humour and empathy, but also makes clear, with great poignancy, how badly they need our compassion, patience and understanding.
Golem girl : a memoir by
What do we sacrifice in the pursuit of normalcy? And what becomes possible when we embrace monstrosity? In 1958, Riva is one of the first children born with spina bifida to survive. Her parents and doctors are determined to 'fix' her, sending the message over and over again that she is broken. That she will never have a job, a romantic relationship, or an independent life. Enduring countless medical interventions, Riva tries her best to be a good girl and a good patient in the quest to be cured. Everything changes when, as an adult, Riva is invited to join a group of artists, writers, and performers who are building Disability Culture. Their work is daring, edgy, funny, and dark; it rejects tropes that define disabled people as pathetic, frightening, or worthless. They insist that disability is an opportunity for creativity and resistance. Emboldened, Riva asks if she can paint their portraits--an intimate and collaborative process that will transform the way she sees herself, others, and the world. With each portrait, and each person's story, the myths she's been told her whole life--about her body, her sexuality, and the value of normalcy--begin to crumble. Written with the vivid, cinematic prose of a visual artist, and the love and playfulness that defines all of Riva's work, Golem Girl is an extraordinary story of survival and creativity. With the author's magnificent portraits featured throughout, this memoir invites us to stretch ourselves toward a world where bodies flow between all possible forms of what it is to be human.
A face for Picasso : coming of age with Crouzon syndrome by
A YA nonfiction story about Ariel and her twin sister's experience living with Crouzon Syndrome.
Invisible differences : a story of Aspergers, adulting, and living a life in full color by
Marguerite feels awkward, struggling every day to stay productive at work and keep up appearances with friends. She's sensitive, irritable at times. She makes her environment a fluffy, comforting cocoon, alienating her boyfriend. The everyday noise and stimuli assaults her senses, the constant chatter of her coworkers working her last nerve. Then, when one big fight with her boyfriend finds her frustrated and dejected, Marguerite finally investigates the root of her discomfort: after a journey of tough conversations with her loved ones, doctors, and the internet, she discovers that she has Aspergers. Her life is profoundly changed - for the better.
Visual thinking : the hidden gifts of people who think in pictures, patterns, and abstractions by
"A powerful and provocative testament to the diverse coalition of minds we'll need to face the mounting challenges of the twenty-first century." --Steve Silberman "An absolute eye-opener." --Frans de Waal A landmark book that reveals, celebrates, and advocates for the special minds and contributions of visual thinkers A quarter of a century after her memoir, Thinking in Pictures, forever changed how the world understood autism, Temple Grandin--the "anthropologist on Mars," as Oliver Sacks dubbed her--transforms our awareness of the different ways our brains are wired. Do you have a keen sense of direction, a love of puzzles, the ability to assemble furniture without crying? You are likely a visual thinker. With her genius for demystifying science, Grandin draws on cutting-edge research to take us inside visual thinking. Visual thinkers constitute a far greater proportion of the population than previously believed, she reveals, and a more varied one, from the photo-realistic object visualizers like Grandin herself, with their intuitive knack for design and problem solving, to the abstract, mathematically inclined "visual spatial" thinkers who excel in pattern recognition and systemic thinking. She also makes us understand how a world increasingly geared to the verbal tends to sideline visual thinkers, screening them out at school and passing over them in the workplace. Rather than continuing to waste their singular gifts, driving a collective loss in productivity and innovation, Grandin proposes new approaches to educating, parenting, employing, and collaborating with visual thinkers. In a highly competitive world, this important book helps us see, we need every mind on board.
The body is not an apology : the power of radical self-love by
Humans are a varied and divergent bunch with all manner of beliefs, morals, and bodies. Systems of oppression thrive off our inability to make peace with difference and injure the relationship we have with our own bodies. The Body Is Not an Apology offers radical self-love as the balm to heal the wounds inflicted by these violent systems. World-renowned activist and poet Sonya Renee Taylor invites us to reconnect with the radical origins of our minds and bodies and celebrate our collective, enduring strength. As we awaken to our own indoctrinated body shame, we feel inspired to awaken others and to interrupt the systems that perpetuate body shame and oppression against all bodies. When we act from this truth on a global scale, we usher in the transformative opportunity of radical self-love, which is the opportunity for a more just, equitable, and compassionate world--for us all. This second edition includes stories from Taylor's travels around the world combating body terrorism and shines a light on the path toward liberation guided by love. In a brand new final chapter, she offers specific tools, actions, and resources for confronting racism, sexism, ableism, homophobia, and transphobia. And she provides a case study showing how radical self-love not only dismantles shame and self-loathing in us but has the power to dismantle entire systems of injustice. Together with the accompanying workbook, Your Body Is Not an Apology, Taylor brings the practice of radical self-love to life.
Allies by
This book is for everyone. Because we can all be allies. As an ally, you use your power--no matter how big or small--to support others. You learn, and try, and mess up, and try harder. In this collection of true stories, 17 critically acclaimed and bestselling YA authors get real about being an ally, needing an ally, and showing up for friends and strangers. From raw stories of racism and invisible disability to powerful moments of passing the mic, these authors share their truths. They invite you to think about your own experiences and choices and how to be a better ally. There are no easy answers, but this book helps you ask better questions. Self-reflection prompts, resources, journaling ideas, and further reading suggestions help you find out what you can do. Because we're all in this together. And we all need allies. A portion of the proceeds from this book goes to supporting charities.
Disability Rights Movement by
This book traces the history of the disability rights movement in the United States, including the key players, watershed moments, and legislative battles that have driven social change.
"You just need to lose weight" : and 19 other myths about fat people by
A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER "One of the great thinkers of our generation . . . I feel fresher and smarter and happier for sitting down with her."--Jameela Jamil, iWeigh Podcast The co-host of the Maintenance Phase podcast and creator of Your Fat Friend equips you with the facts to debunk common anti-fat myths and with tools to take action for fat justice The pushback that shows up in conversations about fat justice takes exceedingly predicable form. Losing weight is easy--calories in, calories out. Fat people are unhealthy. We're in the midst of an obesity epidemic. Fat acceptance "glorifies obesity." The BMI is an objective measure of size and health. Yet, these myths are as readily debunked as they are pervasive. In "You Just Need to Lose Weight," Aubrey Gordon equips readers with the facts and figures to reframe myths about fatness in order to dismantle the anti-fat bias ingrained in how we think about and treat fat people. Bringing her dozen years of community organizing and training to bear, Gordon shares the rhetorical approaches she and other organizers employ to not only counter these pernicious myths, but to dismantle the anti-fat bias that so often underpin them. As conversations about fat acceptance and fat justice continue to grow, "You Just Need to Lose Weight" will be essential to ensure that those conversations are informed, effective, and grounded in both research and history.
Scattered minds : the origins and healing of attention deficit disorder by
From how to cope with ADD in the home and classroom to teaching ADD children new emotional skills, from the crucial role the social and emotional environment plays to what ADD adults can do to develop their own self-esteem, Scattered offers compassionate, wise, and practical guidance on how parents can help their children overcome ADD and how adults with ADD can help themselves. Book jacket.
Game misconduct : hockey's toxic culture and how to fix it by
A bracing call to arms for hockey fans, players, and coaches everywhere Those who have been lured by the sound of skate blades slicing into fresh ice, by the incomparable speed, split-second decisions, and everything-or-nothing attitude of the game know that hockey can seem like its own world. It's all-consuming and exhilarating, boasting its own language and complex morality code. Yet in another light, that tight community can turn insular; the values of teamwork and humility can manifest as collective silence in the face of abuse and discrimination, issues which have been brought to the forefront of the sport as many share their stories for the first time. In Game Misconduct, reporters Evan Moore and Jashvina Shah reveal hockey's toxic undercurrent which has permeated the sport throughout the junior, college, and professional levels. They address the topic with a level of passion that comes from being rabid hockey fans themselves, and from experiencing its exclusivity first-hand. With a sensitive yet incisive approach, this necessary book lays bare the issues of racism, homophobia, xenophobia, bullying, sexism, and violence on and off the ice. Readers will learn about notable players and activists fighting for transformation as well as those beyond the spotlight who are nonetheless deeply affected by hockey's culture of inaction. Both a reckoning and a roadmap, Game Misconduct is an essential read for modern hockey fans, showing the truth of the sport's past and present while offering the tools to fight for a better future.
The Future Is Disabled: Prophecies, Love Notes and Mourning Songs by
In The Future Is Disabled, Leah Laksmi Piepzna-Samarasinha asks some provocative questions: What if, in the near future, the majority of people will be disabled―and what if that's not a bad thing? And what if disability justice and disabled wisdom are crucial to creating a future in which it's possible to survive fascism, climate change, and pandemics and to bring about liberation.
Tuesdays with Morrie : an old man, a young man, and life's greatest lesson by
Maybe it was a grandparent, or a teacher, or a colleague. Someone older, patient and wise, who understood you when you were young and searching, helped you see the world as a more profound place, gave you sound advice to help you make your way through it. For Mitch Albom, that person was Morrie Schwartz, his college professor from nearly twenty years ago. Maybe, like Mitch, you lost track of this mentor as you made your way, and the insights faded, and the world seemed colder. Wouldn't you like to see that person again, ask the bigger questions that still haunt you, receive wisdom for your busy life today the way you once did when you were younger? Mitch Albom had that second chance. He rediscovered Morrie in the last months of the older man's life. Knowing he was dying, Morrie visited with Mitch in his study every Tuesday, just as they used to back in college. Their rekindled relationship turned into one final "class": lessons in how to live.
