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English
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"Some people need to wear leg braces. What does that mean? Using simple, engaging text and full-color photos, readers learn how leg braces can help and what daily life is like for someone who wears them. This book includes a video, which launches via a 4Dapp."--
Author
Pub. Date
[2002]
Edition
First U.S. edition.
Language
English
Description
Are there kids in your life who need a comforting and reassuring way to learn about physical disabilities? This is the perfect book and will show the grit that is shown when people with a physical disabilities or special needs live happy and full lives.
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Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
In My Friend Has Down Syndrome, beginning readers are introduced to different characters who have Down syndrome, how Down syndrome may affect their actions, and how we can be good friends to people who have Down syndrome. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they discover how to be empathetic and include all kinds of friends.
An activity encourages students to examine how everyone has different strengths,...
10) Dancing Wheels
Author
Pub. Date
2000.
Language
English
Description
Describes the creation, training, and performances of the dance troupe known as Dancing Wheels who incorporate the movements of dancers who dance standing up and those who are in wheelchairs.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
"Sometimes people act like having a disability means you're from another planet, even though over a BILLION people in the world have disabilities. So how do you talk about disability? How do you talk to people with disabilities? This book helps kids and grownups approach disability as a normal part of the human experience."--Back cover.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
"Many children who have a disability feel left out. How can you help address this issue? An inclusive and accessible picture book from the Questions and Feelings About ... series uses child-friendly text and examples to explore that very question. It includes a helpful section with advice, practical tips, and activities for caregivers and teachers."--
Author
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
"Though she lives with the daily challenges of disability, Grace Anna is a typical kid with big dreams. With imaginative text and charming illustrations, this story teaches children to let go of first impressions and see themselves and others for who they really are"--Provided by publisher.
Author
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
Yuki the snow monkey lives in Japan with his family and friends. He sometimes finds it hard to realise when his body is giving him signals, like when he is hungry or cold. Grandfather helps Yuki to understand what his 'funny feelings' mean, and what his brain is trying to tell him. This illustrated storybook will help children to build interoceptive awareness and gain an understanding of the body's activities. It also includes further information...
Author
Pub. Date
2023.
Edition
American edition.
Language
English
Description
"Sometimes people act like having a disability means you're from another planet, even though over a billion people in the world have disabilities. So how do you talk about disability? How do you talk to people with disabilities? This book helps kids and grownups approach disability as a normal part of the human experience"--
18) The cookbook for children with special needs: learning a life skill with fun, tasty, healthy recipes
Author
Pub. Date
2015.
Language
English
Description
The book starts with a basic illustrated guide to where food comes from, the different food groups, how to create our own diet and why cooking is a great skill to master. Simple step-by-step instructions, accompanied by fun illustrations, guide children through three levels of cooking, starting with basic preparation of a wide variety of foods and building up to more complex recipes. Health and safety skills are taught as an essential part of the...
Author
Pub. Date
[2015]
Language
English
Description
"For many kids with physical disabilities and challenges, the barriers they face go beyond what they can and can't do with their bodies. Loaded with tools for coping with the intense social, emotional, and academic difficulties these students often must deal with--as well as their secret fears--this book helps kids succeed in and out of the classroom and confidently handle their physical challenges. Friendly illustrations, think-about-it prompts,...
Author
Pub. Date
2022
Language
English
Description
The aim of this story is to ensure all kids understand that kids with disability are just like kids everywhere. They love playing games, books, making stuff and being silly. They have things they are good at and things they need to work on. And just like kids everywhere they want to feel safe, loved and included. This book provides the reader with ways they can be more inclusive in their play and encourages the celebration of diversity in all its...
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