UPDATE IN PROGRESS 1/8/2026

Disability Pride

Picture Books

Back to Front and Upside Down! by Claire Alexander

While the rest of the class makes birthday cards for the principal, Stanley struggles with his words and letters

Can Bears Ski? by Raymond Antrobus

Little Bear feels the world around him. He feels the floor shake when someone stomps to get his attention - but something is missing. Little Bear is not sure what is happening. All around him he hears the familiar refrain: "Can bears ski?" Then Dad Bear takes him to see an audiologist and they learn that Little Bear has been experiencing deafness.

A Friend for Henry by Jenn Bailey

Henry would like to find a friend at school, but for a boy on the autism spectrum, making friends can be difficult, as his efforts are sometimes misinterpreted, or things just go wrong--but Henry keeps trying, and in the end he finds a friend he can play with.

Song in the City by Daniel Bernstrom

A young blind girl, filled with the sounds of her beloved city, shares a song with her grandmother that changes the two forever. After helping Grandma realize that the city makes music as beautiful as the sounds they hear in church on Sunday morning, the two sit down and take in all the sounds of the city...together.

My Three Best Friends and Me, Zulay by Cari Best

Zulay is a blind girl who longs to be able to run in the race on field and track day at her school.

Sam's Super Seats by Keah Brown

Sam, who has cerebral palsy, goes back-to-school shopping with her best friends.

What Happened to You? by James Catchpole

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!

You're So Amazing! by James & Lucy Catchpole

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 kicking a ball . . . even walking to get an ice cream, or even just eating an ice cream. Of course, being Amazing Joe is better than being Poor Joe . . . A groundbreaking picture book which explores how we respond to disability.

This Beach is Loud! by Samantha Cotterill

"A boy gets overwhelmed by all the sights, sounds, and sensations at the beach, but his dad has a trick to help his son face these unexpected obstacles"-- Provided by publisher.

An ABC of Equality by Chana Ginelle Ewing

An ABC of equality introduces complicated concepts to the youngest of children, from celebrating our differences, understanding everyone's beliefs, and treating everyone with kindness.

Bodies Are Cool by Tyler Feder"My body, your body, every different kind of body! All of them are good bodies! Bodies are cool!"

I Will Dance by Nancy Bo Flood

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.

Dyslexic Legends Alphabet by Beck Feiner

From Albert Einstein to Agatha Christie, Pablo Picasso to JFK, Dyslexic Legends Alphabet presents an eye-opening and motivational A to Z of legends with dyslexia who have made their inspirational mark on our world. This book is a must-read for any child who may be struggling at school or feel like their dyslexia (or any other disability) is holding them back from achieving greatness.

Hello Goodbye Dog by Maria GianferrariA student who uses a wheelchair finds a way to see her dog each day in school.

A Day with No Words by Tiffany Hammond

Young children will learn what life can look like for an autistic child who uses nonverbal communication by following a mother and child on a day where they use a tablet to communicate with others.

The Girl Who Heard Colors by Marie Harris

"Because she has a special extra sense called synesthesia, Jillian sees colors whenever she hears sounds"-- Provided by publisher.

Come Over to My House by Eliza Hull & Sally Rippin

Come Over To My House is a delightful picture book that explores the home lives of children and parents who are Deaf or disabled.

Rescue & Jessica: A Life-Changing Friendship by Jessica Kensky

Rescue thought he'd grow up to be a Seeing Eye dog -- it's the family business, after all. When he gets the news that he's better suited to being a service dog, he's worried that he's not up to the task. Then he meets Jessica, a girl whose life is turning out differently than the way she'd imagined it, too.

My City Speaks by Darren Lebeuf

A young girl and her father spend a day in the city, her city, traveling 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

My Ocean is Blue by Darren Lebeuf

A girl spends an entire day exploring the seaside with her mom. A keen observer, she sees the ocean as both "big" and "small" and both "sparkly" and "dull.

The Pirate of Kindergarten by George Ella Lyon

Ginny's eyes play tricks on her, making her see everything double, but when she goes to vision screening at school and discovers that not everyone sees this way, she learns that her double vision can be cured.

Too Sticky! Sensory Issues with Autism by Jen Malia

With help from her family and teacher, Holly overcomes her dislike of having sticky hands to participate in a science experiment. Includes author's note about living with autism and sensory issues and a recipe for making slime.

Happy in Our Skin by Fran Manushkin

Depicts families of different colors and orientations as they play at a park, swim, and celebrate at a block party.

Hands & Hearts by Donna Jo Napoli

Highlights the bond between a mother and her child while providing a gentle introduction to sign language during their day at the beach

You Are Enough by Margaret O'Hair

It can be hard to be different-whether because of how you look, where you live, or what you can or can't do. But wouldn't it be boring if we were all the same? Being different is great! Being different is what makes you YOU.

The Remember Balloons by Jessie Oliveros

James has a bunch of balloons, each of which holds a special memory, but as his grandfather ages and loses his own balloons, James discovers that he is gaining new ones.

Baking Up a Storm by Jessica Parham

Grandma Janet's cupcakes are the best cupcakes in town. I couldn't figure out why until Mom and I baked them the other day. We were literally BAKING UP A STORM. Don't believe me? Just look inside this book and see! But tie your shoes extra tight and bring your umbrella--you'll need it.

Dancing Hands by Joanna Que

Sam is fascinated by her new neighbors and their ability to talk with their hands, and when she meets Mai, she starts to learn Filipino sign language so they can communicate. Includes dictionary of Philippine signs.

A Sky-Blue Bench by Bahram Rahman

A young Afghani amputee matter-of-factly removes her own barrier to education, building a bench from discarded wood so that she and her "helper-leg" can sit through school in comfort.

Thukpa for All by Praba Ram & Sheela Preuitt

After blind child Tsering invites his friends and neighbors over to enjoy his grandmother's noodle soup, the power goes out before the cooking has even started, threatening the whole event.

I Talk Like a River by Jordan ScottWhen a child has a "bad speech day" at school, his father gives him a new perspective on his stuttering.

The Deaf Musicians by Pete Seeger

Lee, a jazz pianist, has to leave his band when he begins losing his hearing, but he meets a deaf saxophone player in a sign language class and together they form a snazzy new band.

My Brain is Magic by Prasha Sooful

This sensory-seeking celebration shines a light on sensory processing and neurodiversity in a fun and action-packed way for all children to enjoy.

Mommy Sayang by Rosana Sullivan

Aleeya, concerned when her beloved mother becomes sick, remembers and returns the promise Mommy has made to her--that she will always be by her side.

We're Amazing 1,2,3! by Sesame Street

Elmo has many things in common with his long-time friend, Julia, who has autism, and when Abby sees them playing together in the park, he explains to her how to become friends with Julia, too.

Just Ask! by Sonia Sotomayor

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.

Dad, Jackie, and Me by Myron Uhlberg

In Brooklyn, New York, in 1947, a boy learns about discrimination and tolerance as he and his deaf father share their enthusiasm over baseball and the Dodgers' first baseman, Jackie Robinson.

Awesomely Emma by Amy Webb

Emma has limb differences, but different isn't bad, sad, or strange. It's just different! But when some accessibility problems get in the way at the local art museum, it ruins the fun of a class trip.

Jack's Worry by Sam Zuppardi

Jack has been looking forward to playing the trumpet in his first concert, but on the morning of the big day, Jack becomes anxious about performing and his worry starts to grow.

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