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Books for Young People about Disabilities

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Designed to understand, accept, and celebrate differences! These books feature characters with a variety of disabilities, chronic conditions, and neurological diversity. Ages 7-12

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A Boy Called Bat

A Boy Called Bat

by Arnold, Elana K.

Book - 2017

Bat's mom, a veterinarian, has brought home a baby skunk, which she needs to take care of until she can hand him over to a wild-animal shelter. (Autism) Bat's mom, a veterinarian, has brought home a baby skunk, which she needs to take care of until she can hand him over to a wild-animal shelter. (Autism) Show less

Bat's mom, a veterinarian, has brought home a baby skunk, which she needs to take care of until she can hand him over to a wild-animal shelter. (Autism) Bat's mom, a veterinarian, has brought home a baby skunk, which she needs to take care of until she can hand him over to a wild-animal shelter. (Autism) Show less

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Sidetracked

Sidetracked

by Asher, Diana Harmon

Book - 2017

7th grader Joseph is friendless and puny, with ADD to boot. But when the Resource Room teacher encourages (i.e., practically forces) him to join the schoo...Show more 7th grader Joseph is friendless and puny, with ADD to boot. But when the Resource Room teacher encourages (i.e., practically forces) him to join the school cross country team, he finds himself off the sidelines and in the race (quite literally) for the first time. Show less

7th grader Joseph is friendless and puny, with ADD to boot. But when the Resource Room teacher encourages (i.e., practically forces) him to join the schoo...Show more 7th grader Joseph is friendless and puny, with ADD to boot. But when the Resource Room teacher encourages (i.e., practically forces) him to join the school cross country team, he finds himself off the sidelines and in the race (quite literally) for the first time. Show less

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The Danger Box

The Danger Box

by Balliett, Blue

Book - 2010

In small-town Michigan, twelve-year-old Zoomy and his new friend Lorrol investigate the journal found inside a mysterious box and find family secrets and ...Show more In small-town Michigan, twelve-year-old Zoomy and his new friend Lorrol investigate the journal found inside a mysterious box and find family secrets and a more valuable treasure, while a dangerous stranger watches and waits. (Myopia/legal blindness) Show less

In small-town Michigan, twelve-year-old Zoomy and his new friend Lorrol investigate the journal found inside a mysterious box and find family secrets and ...Show more In small-town Michigan, twelve-year-old Zoomy and his new friend Lorrol investigate the journal found inside a mysterious box and find family secrets and a more valuable treasure, while a dangerous stranger watches and waits. (Myopia/legal blindness) Show less

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Down the Rabbit Hole

Down the Rabbit Hole

The Diary of Pringle Rose

by Bartoletti, Susan Campbell

Book - 2013

It is 1871 in Scranton, Pennsylvania, and fourteen-year-old Pringle Rose, still grieving from the death of her parents, takes her brother Gideon, who has ...Show more It is 1871 in Scranton, Pennsylvania, and fourteen-year-old Pringle Rose, still grieving from the death of her parents, takes her brother Gideon, who has Down syndrome, and escapes from her uncle and aunt, taking a train to Chicago--but disaster seems to follow her there. Show less

It is 1871 in Scranton, Pennsylvania, and fourteen-year-old Pringle Rose, still grieving from the death of her parents, takes her brother Gideon, who has ...Show more It is 1871 in Scranton, Pennsylvania, and fourteen-year-old Pringle Rose, still grieving from the death of her parents, takes her brother Gideon, who has Down syndrome, and escapes from her uncle and aunt, taking a train to Chicago--but disaster seems to follow her there. Show less

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Anything but Typical

Anything but Typical

by Baskin, Nora Raleigh

Book - 2009

In this pitch-perfect portrait of a boy with autism, sixth grader Jason Blake finds that the only place he can be himself is online, where he posts the short stories he writes. It’s there where Jason finds Rebecca. In this pitch-perfect portrait of a boy with autism, sixth grader Jason Blake finds that the only place he can be himself is online, where he posts the short stories he writes. It’s there where Jason finds Rebecca. Show less

In this pitch-perfect portrait of a boy with autism, sixth grader Jason Blake finds that the only place he can be himself is online, where he posts the short stories he writes. It’s there where Jason finds Rebecca. In this pitch-perfect portrait of a boy with autism, sixth grader Jason Blake finds that the only place he can be himself is online, where he posts the short stories he writes. It’s there where Jason finds Rebecca. Show less

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El Deafo

El Deafo

by Bell, Cece

Book - 2014

Named an Honor book for the Newbery Award for 2015, this graphic novel tells of a young girl's realization that her hearing aids give her special powers! Named an Honor book for the Newbery Award for 2015, this graphic novel tells of a young girl's realization that her hearing aids give her special powers! Show less

Named an Honor book for the Newbery Award for 2015, this graphic novel tells of a young girl's realization that her hearing aids give her special powers! Named an Honor book for the Newbery Award for 2015, this graphic novel tells of a young girl's realization that her hearing aids give her special powers! Show less

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Kinda Like Brothers

Kinda Like Brothers

by Booth, Coe

Book - 2014

Jarrett, who has asthma, is used to his mom bringing home foster babies – but now, she's taken in a kid Jarrett's age, and he's forced to share everything from his room to his school. Jarrett, who has asthma, is used to his mom bringing home foster babies – but now, she's taken in a kid Jarrett's age, and he's forced to share everything from his room to his school. Show less

Jarrett, who has asthma, is used to his mom bringing home foster babies – but now, she's taken in a kid Jarrett's age, and he's forced to share everything from his room to his school. Jarrett, who has asthma, is used to his mom bringing home foster babies – but now, she's taken in a kid Jarrett's age, and he's forced to share everything from his room to his school. Show less

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Insignificant Events in the Life of A Cactus

Insignificant Events in the Life of A Cactus

by Bowling, Dusti

Book - 2017

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 she was born without t...Show more 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 she was born without them. When her parents take a job across the country she knows she'll have to answer the question over and over again. But Aven’s about to discover she can do it all, even without arms. Show less

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 she was born without t...Show more 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 she was born without them. When her parents take a job across the country she knows she'll have to answer the question over and over again. But Aven’s about to discover she can do it all, even without arms. Show less

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The War That Saved My Life

The War That Saved My Life

by Bradley, Kimberly Brubaker

Book - 2015

Set during World War II, 10-year-old Ava was born with a clubfoot. When her little brother Jamie is shipped out of London to escape the war, Ada doesn’t waste a minute—she sneaks out to join him. Set during World War II, 10-year-old Ava was born with a clubfoot. When her little brother Jamie is shipped out of London to escape the war, Ada doesn’t waste a minute—she sneaks out to join him. Show less

Set during World War II, 10-year-old Ava was born with a clubfoot. When her little brother Jamie is shipped out of London to escape the war, Ada doesn’t waste a minute—she sneaks out to join him. Set during World War II, 10-year-old Ava was born with a clubfoot. When her little brother Jamie is shipped out of London to escape the war, Ada doesn’t waste a minute—she sneaks out to join him. Show less

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The Storm Runner

The Storm Runner

by Cervantes, Jennifer

Book - 2018

Zane enjoys exploring the dormant volcano near his home even though hiking is a challenge. What Zane doesn't know is that the volcano is a gateway to anot...Show more Zane enjoys exploring the dormant volcano near his home even though hiking is a challenge. What Zane doesn't know is that the volcano is a gateway to another world and he is at the center of a powerful prophecy. To survive, Zane will have to become the Storm Runner. But how can he run when he can't even walk well without a cane? Show less

Zane enjoys exploring the dormant volcano near his home even though hiking is a challenge. What Zane doesn't know is that the volcano is a gateway to anot...Show more Zane enjoys exploring the dormant volcano near his home even though hiking is a challenge. What Zane doesn't know is that the volcano is a gateway to another world and he is at the center of a powerful prophecy. To survive, Zane will have to become the Storm Runner. But how can he run when he can't even walk well without a cane? Show less

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The Truth as Told by Mason Buttle

The Truth as Told by Mason Buttle

by Connor, Leslie

Book - 2018

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, was found dead. 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, was found dead. Show less

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, was found dead. 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, was found dead. Show less

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The Bald-headed Princess

The Bald-headed Princess

Cancer, Chemo, and Courage

by Ditmars, Maribeth R.

Book - 2010

With her parents by her side and new friends to tell her bad jokes, eleven-year-old “soccer princess” Izzie Salida learns to cope with her leukemia diagnosis and treatment. With her parents by her side and new friends to tell her bad jokes, eleven-year-old “soccer princess” Izzie Salida learns to cope with her leukemia diagnosis and treatment. Show less

With her parents by her side and new friends to tell her bad jokes, eleven-year-old “soccer princess” Izzie Salida learns to cope with her leukemia diagnosis and treatment. With her parents by her side and new friends to tell her bad jokes, eleven-year-old “soccer princess” Izzie Salida learns to cope with her leukemia diagnosis and treatment. Show less

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Out of My Mind

Out of My Mind

by Draper, Sharon M.

Book - 2010

A brilliant, impatient fifth-grader with cerebral palsy discovers a technological device that will allow her to speak for the first time. A brilliant, impatient fifth-grader with cerebral palsy discovers a technological device that will allow her to speak for the first time. Show less

A brilliant, impatient fifth-grader with cerebral palsy discovers a technological device that will allow her to speak for the first time. A brilliant, impatient fifth-grader with cerebral palsy discovers a technological device that will allow her to speak for the first time. Show less

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Mockingbird

Mockingbird

by Erskine, Kathryn

Book - 2010

Ten-year-old Caitlin, who has Asperger’s Syndrome, struggles to understand emotions, show empathy and make friends at school, while at home she seeks closure by working on a project with her father. Ten-year-old Caitlin, who has Asperger’s Syndrome, struggles to understand emotions, show empathy and make friends at school, while at home she seeks closure by working on a project with her father. Show less

Ten-year-old Caitlin, who has Asperger’s Syndrome, struggles to understand emotions, show empathy and make friends at school, while at home she seeks closure by working on a project with her father. Ten-year-old Caitlin, who has Asperger’s Syndrome, struggles to understand emotions, show empathy and make friends at school, while at home she seeks closure by working on a project with her father. Show less

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Joey Pigza Swallowed the Key

Joey Pigza Swallowed the Key

by Gantos, Jack

Book - 1998

10 year old Joey takes “dud” medications in the morning, and by lunch time they wear off. He feels like there is little he can do to keep himself from b...Show more 10 year old Joey takes “dud” medications in the morning, and by lunch time they wear off. He feels like there is little he can do to keep himself from bouncing out of his chair. This leads to big trouble and a lot of time outs. This is the first in a series of four books. (ADD/ADHD) Show less

10 year old Joey takes “dud” medications in the morning, and by lunch time they wear off. He feels like there is little he can do to keep himself from b...Show more 10 year old Joey takes “dud” medications in the morning, and by lunch time they wear off. He feels like there is little he can do to keep himself from bouncing out of his chair. This leads to big trouble and a lot of time outs. This is the first in a series of four books. (ADD/ADHD) Show less

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You Don't Know Everything, Jilly P!

You Don't Know Everything, Jilly P!

by Gino, Alex

Book - 2018

Jilly thinks she's figured out how life works. But when her sister Emma is born Deaf, she realizes how much she still has to learn. Jilly thinks she's figured out how life works. But when her sister Emma is born Deaf, she realizes how much she still has to learn. Show less

Jilly thinks she's figured out how life works. But when her sister Emma is born Deaf, she realizes how much she still has to learn. Jilly thinks she's figured out how life works. But when her sister Emma is born Deaf, she realizes how much she still has to learn. Show less

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Absolutely Almost

Absolutely Almost

by Graff, Lisa

Book - 2014

Albie struggles with keeping up at school, but his natural kindness and understanding of others make him truly "special." Albie struggles with keeping up at school, but his natural kindness and understanding of others make him truly "special." Show less

Albie struggles with keeping up at school, but his natural kindness and understanding of others make him truly "special." Albie struggles with keeping up at school, but his natural kindness and understanding of others make him truly "special." Show less

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The Thing About Georgie

The Thing About Georgie

A Novel

by Graff, Lisa

Book - 2008

Georgie’s dwarfism causes problems, but he could always rely on his parents, his best friend, and classmate Jeanie the Meanie’s teasing, until a surprising announcement, a new boy in school, and a class project shake things up. Georgie’s dwarfism causes problems, but he could always rely on his parents, his best friend, and classmate Jeanie the Meanie’s teasing, until a surprising announcement, a new boy in school, and a class project shake things up. Show less

Georgie’s dwarfism causes problems, but he could always rely on his parents, his best friend, and classmate Jeanie the Meanie’s teasing, until a surprising announcement, a new boy in school, and a class project shake things up. Georgie’s dwarfism causes problems, but he could always rely on his parents, his best friend, and classmate Jeanie the Meanie’s teasing, until a surprising announcement, a new boy in school, and a class project shake things up. Show less

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Unstoppable

Unstoppable

by Green, Tim

Book - 2012

Harrison is a foster kid who, despite cruel circumstances, hopes to one day become an NFL star. His rotten luck changes with new loving parents and he bec...Show more Harrison is a foster kid who, despite cruel circumstances, hopes to one day become an NFL star. His rotten luck changes with new loving parents and he becomes a star running back on his school team – until his unstoppable spirit is tested by a diagnosis of bone cancer. Show less

Harrison is a foster kid who, despite cruel circumstances, hopes to one day become an NFL star. His rotten luck changes with new loving parents and he bec...Show more Harrison is a foster kid who, despite cruel circumstances, hopes to one day become an NFL star. His rotten luck changes with new loving parents and he becomes a star running back on his school team – until his unstoppable spirit is tested by a diagnosis of bone cancer. Show less

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Gabriela

Gabriela

by Harris, Teresa E.

Book - 2017

Gabby struggles with stuttering, and spoken word poetry helps her speech flow more freely. Gabby struggles with stuttering, and spoken word poetry helps her speech flow more freely. Show less

Gabby struggles with stuttering, and spoken word poetry helps her speech flow more freely. Gabby struggles with stuttering, and spoken word poetry helps her speech flow more freely. Show less

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Fish in A Tree

Fish in A Tree

by Hunt, Lynda Mullaly

Book - 2015

Ally is so smart she has fooled her teachers for years. They think she is just a troublemaker, but she uses her tactics of distraction so they won't see the truth -- that she has dyslexia and can't read. Ally is so smart she has fooled her teachers for years. They think she is just a troublemaker, but she uses her tactics of distraction so they won't see the truth -- that she has dyslexia and can't read. Show less

Ally is so smart she has fooled her teachers for years. They think she is just a troublemaker, but she uses her tactics of distraction so they won't see the truth -- that she has dyslexia and can't read. Ally is so smart she has fooled her teachers for years. They think she is just a troublemaker, but she uses her tactics of distraction so they won't see the truth -- that she has dyslexia and can't read. Show less

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Mighty Monty

Mighty Monty

by Hurwitz, Johanna

Book - 2008

Monty, a quiet first-grader continues to come into his own–playing the part of a tree in a comically miscued school play, sharing his enthusiasm for ants at an outdoor birthday party and even signing up for karate class despite his asthma. Monty, a quiet first-grader continues to come into his own–playing the part of a tree in a comically miscued school play, sharing his enthusiasm for ants at an outdoor birthday party and even signing up for karate class despite his asthma. Show less

Monty, a quiet first-grader continues to come into his own–playing the part of a tree in a comically miscued school play, sharing his enthusiasm for ants at an outdoor birthday party and even signing up for karate class despite his asthma. Monty, a quiet first-grader continues to come into his own–playing the part of a tree in a comically miscued school play, sharing his enthusiasm for ants at an outdoor birthday party and even signing up for karate class despite his asthma. Show less

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Half A World Away

Half A World Away

by Kadohata, Cynthia

Book - 2014

Jaden has always had trouble feeling connected to his adoptive parents, but things start to change when they fly to Kazakhstan to adopt a special needs baby. Jaden has always had trouble feeling connected to his adoptive parents, but things start to change when they fly to Kazakhstan to adopt a special needs baby. Show less

Jaden has always had trouble feeling connected to his adoptive parents, but things start to change when they fly to Kazakhstan to adopt a special needs baby. Jaden has always had trouble feeling connected to his adoptive parents, but things start to change when they fly to Kazakhstan to adopt a special needs baby. Show less

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Charlie & Frog

Charlie & Frog

A Mystery

by Kane, Karen

Book - 2018

Charlie needs to learn American Sign Language (fast) to keep up with his quick-witted new friend, Frog. And Frog needs to gather her detective know-how (now) to break the murder mystery case before it's too late. Charlie needs to learn American Sign Language (fast) to keep up with his quick-witted new friend, Frog. And Frog needs to gather her detective know-how (now) to break the murder mystery case before it's too late. Show less

Charlie needs to learn American Sign Language (fast) to keep up with his quick-witted new friend, Frog. And Frog needs to gather her detective know-how (now) to break the murder mystery case before it's too late. Charlie needs to learn American Sign Language (fast) to keep up with his quick-witted new friend, Frog. And Frog needs to gather her detective know-how (now) to break the murder mystery case before it's too late. Show less

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Hello, Universe

Hello, Universe

by Kelly, Erin Entrada

Book - 2017

Eleven-year-old Virgil, who has a learning disability, disappears down a well to save the guinea pig that is in a backpack discarded by a neighborhood bul...Show more Eleven-year-old Virgil, who has a learning disability, disappears down a well to save the guinea pig that is in a backpack discarded by a neighborhood bully. A deaf girl in his special education class rescues him, along with an adolescent psychic and her little sister. Show less

Eleven-year-old Virgil, who has a learning disability, disappears down a well to save the guinea pig that is in a backpack discarded by a neighborhood bul...Show more Eleven-year-old Virgil, who has a learning disability, disappears down a well to save the guinea pig that is in a backpack discarded by a neighborhood bully. A deaf girl in his special education class rescues him, along with an adolescent psychic and her little sister. Show less

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