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• Ali and the Sea Stars

  Stroker, Ali, 1987-

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  Ali loves to dance, sing, and act. But she had never thought of putting on her own show until her neighbor asks, 'Why wait?' Immediately energized, Ali gets to work. When a storm threatens to undo all their hard work, Ali must use her imagination…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• All the Way to the Top

  How One Girl's Fight for Americans With Disabilities Changed Everything

  Pimentel, Annette Bay,

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  Diagnosed with cerebral palsy at birth, Jennifer Keelan grew up battling-and overcoming-the limitations others set for her. From a lack of cutaway curbs and bus lifts to being denied enrollment at her neighborhood school, Jennifer was continually…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Astronomically Grand Plan

  Neal, Rie,

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  A young girl is determined to be the first astronaut with hearing aids in space! Astrid can't wait for the school year to start so she can put her Astronomically Grand Plan into action! She and her best friend, Hallie, are going to be in their first…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Dancing Letters

  Fournier, Evelyne,

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  Olivia is a little girl full of life and imagination. But when her grandmother asks her to write a story for her birthday, Olivia feels a little unsure. Because when it comes to writing, things never go as she intended. A sweet story that tackles…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Emma's Awesome Summer Camp Adventure

  Webb, Amy, 1977-

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  Emma goes to an accessible summer camp where children cheer along with Emma every step of the way, and learn that a world that's inclusive and accessible for all is possible. Ages 3-8.

• The Girl Who Figured It Out

  the Inspiring True Story of Wheelchair Athlete Minda Dentler Becoming An Ironman World Champion

  Dentler, Minda,

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  Minda Dentler made history when she became the first female wheelchair athlete to complete the world's toughest triathlon, using only her arms to finish a 2.4 mile swim, 112 mile bike ride, and 26.2 mile marathon. Minda was paralyzed as an infant in…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• I Am a Masterpiece!

  An Empowering Story About Inclusivity and Growing Up With Down Syndrome

  Armstrong, Mia,

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  Mia offers a glimpse into the life of a child with Down syndrome. Ages 4-8.

• I Am, You Are

  Whaley, Ashley Harris,

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  I Am, You Are is a powerful, practical book to help children and adults have meaningful discussions about disability. Most importantly, the book empowers and encourages children to embrace individuality; to look out for one another, to be respectful…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• I Will Dance

  Flood, Bo,

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  Eva's cerebral palsy makes it difficult for her to do many things, but she longs to dance and, finally, her dream is realized. Includes author's note and information about Young Dance Company. Ages 4-8.

• Just Ask!

  Be Different, Be Brave, Be You

  Sotomayor, Sonia, 1954-

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  Sonia and her friends plant a garden, and each one contributes in his or her own special way, in a book that celebrates the many differences among humans. Ages 4-8.

• My Brain Is Magic

  a Sensory-seeking Celebration

  Sooful, Prasha,

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  A sensory-seeking child describes her sensational life. Whether your brain buzzes around the room like a bee or tells you to be loud and roar like a lion, celebrate the many things that it can be! This sensory-seeking celebration shines a light on…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• My Life With Epilepsy

  Schuh, Mari C., 1975-

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  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. Ages 6-9

• Party Problems

  Reid, C. L.,

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  Eight-year-old Emma is excited about her best friend Izzie's birthday party, but she is also a little worried because she is deaf and communicates through sign language, and her cochlear implant does not work well in noisy crowds. Ages 5-7.

• Ruby the Rambunctious

  Andrés, José Carlos, 1969-

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  Ruby is a little girl with lots of energy! But recently she has been falling down a lot. When she runs, she falls; when she dances, she falls; when she picks something up, she often drops it. When Ruby is told she has a disability, her parents start…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Signs of Friendship

  Silvestro, Annie,

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  Sally and Sonia, two best friends who communicate in sign language, plant a garden, but when Sonia befriends Dev and his puppy gets loose in the garden, Sally becomes upset and fears she is losing her best friend. Ages 4-8.

• A Sky That Sings

  Sanchez, Anita, 1956-

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  A blind girl enjoys identifying the wide variety of birds that live in her local park by the distinct calls each bird makes, all in search of her favorite bird. Includes facts about birds and bird listening. Ages 4-8.

• Thunder and the Noise Storms

  Ansloos, Jeffrey Paul,

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  When the world gets too loud and chaotic, a young boy's grandfather helps him listen with wonder instead. Kids laughing, sneakers squeaking, balls bouncing--for Thunder, the sounds of the school day often brew into overwhelming noise storms. But…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• This Is How We Talk

  a Celebration of Disability and Connection

  Slice, Jessica,

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  A rhyming picture book that demystifies and respects how disabled people and their families use different forms of communication to connect and show love. Ages 3-7.

• We Want to Go to School!

  the Fight for Disability Rights

  Cocca-Leffler, Maryann, 1958-

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  There was a time in the United States when children with disabilities weren't allowed to go to public school. But in 1971, seven kids and their families wanted to do something about it. They knew that every child had a right to an equal education,…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• You're So Amazing!

  Catchpole, James, 1980-

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  When people meet Joe, they often treat him as Amazing Joe or Poor Joe. But can't he just be...Joe? One-legged Joe is 'amazing'. He knows this because wherever he goes people always tell him he's amazing. Amazing for sliding down the slide, for…Read moreRead more of this annotation