Category: Disabled Representation
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Review: Fighting for YES!: The Story of Disability Rights Activist Judith Heumann
Today I’m sharing a stunning picture book biography that captures the impact and influence of one of America’s greatest living activists. Fighting for YES!: The Story of Disability Rights Activist Judith Heumann celebrates the life and work of disability rights activist and icon Judith Heumann, highlighting one of her landmark achievements—leading the historic 504 Sit-in in […]
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Flashback Friday: Itzhak: A Boy Who Loved The Violin
For Flashback Friday I want to look back at a fantastic picture book biography published back in May of 2020. Itzhak: A Boy Who Loved the Violin by Tracy Newman and Abigail Halpin tells the story of world-renowned violinist Itzhak Perlman. Beginning with his childhood in Tel Aviv and ending with Itzhak Perlman’s first appearance on […]
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Review: Dancing With Daddy
Dancing With Daddy by Anitra Rowe Schulte and Ziyue Chen gives young readers a glimpse into the life of a young girl with Wolf-Hirschhorn syndrome. Though the Author’s Note in the beginning of the book provides some great information around this rare chromosomal disorder, Dancing with Daddy really shines as a story about a daughter’s […]
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We Move Together
I’m a little late to the game, but that won’t stop me from sharing We Move Together by Kelly Fritsch and Anne McGuire with you all today. Released last month, this beautifully inclusive picture book focusing on disability justice is a perfect example of what Mutually Inclusive is all about. We all move through the […]
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You Are Enough: A Book About Inclusion
If you are looking for an empowering picture book about inclusion with disabled representation, I’ve got the perfect pick for you today. You Are Enough by Margaret O’Hair is inspired by viral sensation and Down syndrome advocate Sophia Sanchez. Opening with a lovely letter from Sophia herself, this book is all about being kids, being […]
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Five Books With Disabled Representation For International Day Of Persons With Disabilities
Since 1992, International Day of Persons With Disabilities has been dedicated to raising awareness of the issues they face. In honor of this day, I want to raise awareness by sharing a few books with great disabled representation. (Please Note: This article will contain affiliate links. I do receive a small commission from sales made […]
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A Kids Book About Disabilities
Did you know that tomorrow is the International Day of Persons With Disabilities? This holiday was established back in 1992, and it aims to promote the rights of disabled folks and raise awareness of issues faced by the disabled community. I can’t think of a better book to start conversations about disabilities than A Kids […]