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Janine
by Maryann Cocca-Leffler
An unconventional little girl who distinguishes herself with unique interests and play preferences borne of a disability considers her spunky sense of individuality when she is not invited to a party that the "cool" kids are attending. Call Number: E COC
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You Can Be a Friend
by Tony Dungy and Lauren Dungy
Jade wants to have her birthday celebration at a water park, but with her best friend in a wheelchair, Jade must decide if it is more important to keep the party there or make sure all her guests have fun. Call Number: E DUN
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My Brother Sammy Is Special
by Becky Edwards
In a beautifully illustrated picture book, a boy describes some of the many feelings he has about his younger brother Sammy, who is autistic. Originally published as "My Brother Sammy." Call Number: E EDW
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Just Because by Rebecca ElliottA younger brother describes all the fun he has with the big sister he loves so much... just because. Only as his tale unfolds does the reader begin to realize that his sister has special needs and by then the reader just accepts, as he does, all the wonderful things about her. Call Number: E ELL
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Moses Goes to School
by Isaac Millman
Follow Moses as he spends a day at his school, a public school for the deaf, where all the children use expressions and sign language to communicate to one another. Call Number: E MIL
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Catherine's Story
by Genevieve Moore
What makes Catherine so special? A beautiful celebration of a special-needs child. Call Number: E MOO
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My Brother Charlie
by Holly Robinson Peete and Ryan Peete
A young girl proudly describes her relationship with her autistic brother, evaluating the ways in which he is like other children, the withdrawing behaviors that mark his disorder and the many qualities that make him unique, from his piano talent to his special way with animals. Call Number: E PEE
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The Junkyard Wonders
by Patricia Polacco
Wanting to escape the labels of her special education school, Trisha is initially disappointed to learn that her new school is called a "junkyard" for misfit students, a misconception that changes when she meets her quirky new teacher and uniquely talented classmates. Call Number: E POL
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My Name Is Blessing
by Eric Walters
Traces the experiences of an impoverished and disabled Kenyan boy whose grandmother makes the wrenching choice to give him up so that he can obtain the help he needs, a decision that prompts his journey to an orphanage where he eventually comes to understand his inherent worth beyond his physical limitations. Call Number: E WAL
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Anything but Typical
by Nora Raleigh Baskin
Jason, a twelve-year-old autistic boy who wants to become a writer, relates what his life is like as he tries to make sense of his world. Call Number: J BASKIN
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Out of My Mind
by Sharon M. Draper
Considered by many to be mentally retarded, a brilliant, impatient fifth-grader with cerebral palsy discovers a technological device that will allow her to speak for the first time. Call Number: J DRAPER
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Get Ready for Jetty: My Journal About ADHD and Me
by Jeanne R. Kraus
Tells the story of Jetty, a girl with ADHD. With the help of her doctor, counselor, teacher, and parents, she is able to overcome her problems at school and with friends. Call Number: J KRAUS
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Rain Reign
by Ann M. Martin
Struggling with the challenges of OCD and Asperger's syndrome, Rose, a homonym enthusiast, shares an inseparable bond with a beloved dog. When the dog goes missing during a storm, Rose is forced to confront the limits of her comfort levels, even if it means leaving her routines and safe places in order to search for her pet. Call Number: J MARTIN
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Wonder
by R. J. Palacio
Ten-year-old Auggie Pullman, who was born with extreme facial abnormalities and was not expected to survive, goes from being home-schooled to entering fifth grade at a private middle school in Manhattan, which entails enduring the taunting and fear of his classmates as he struggles to be seen as just another student. Call Number: J PALACIO
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Eliza Bing Is (Not) a Big, Fat Quitter
by Carmella Van Vleet
A preteen girl struggling with ADHD must stick with a summer taekwondo class to prove that she's dedicated enough to pursue her true passion: cake decorating. Call Number: J VANVLEET
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Bookmarks Are People Too!
by Henry Winkler and Lin Oliver
Hoping to land the lead in the class play, Hank freezes during his audition and is only able to buzz like a fly, inspiring his teacher to create a special role for him as a silent bookmark that saves the show when a rival suffers an attack of stage fright.Inspired by the true life experiences of Henry Winkler, whose undiagnosed dyslexia made him a classic childhood underachiever. Series: Here's Hank Call Number: J WINKLER
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What Is It Like to Be Deaf?
by Deborah Kent
Follows the everyday lives of several deaf school children, describing what they do in school, how they communicate with both hearing and deaf relatives and friends, what they do for fun, and what being part of the deaf community means to them. Series: Overcoming Barriers Call Number: J 362.42 KEN
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Many Ways to Learn: A Kid's Guide to LD
by Judith M. Stern and Uzi Ben-Ami
Provides advice and encouragement for children with learning disabilities, including tips and strategies for succeeding in school, and addresses the social issues children with learning disabilities may face in the classroom and out. Call Number: J 371.9 STE
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My Friend Has Down Syndrome
by Amanda Doering Tourville
Explains some of the challenges and rewards of having a friend with Down Syndrome using everyday kid-friendly examples. Series: Friends with Disabilities Call Number: J 616.858842 TOU
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Attention, Girls!: A Guide to Learn All About Your AD/HD
by Patricia O. Quinn
Contains practical ways to improve organization, focus, study and homework skills, as well as information on making and keeping friends, dealing with emotions, improving self-esteem, overcoming sleep problems, understanding medication, and managing anxiety. Call Number: J 616.8589 QUI
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How I Learn: A Kid's Guide to Learning Disability
by Brenda Miles and Colleen A. Patterson
Introduces the idea of a learning disability and how children with one still have their own strong points, and are still able to learn, but in a different way. Call Number: J 618.9285889 MIL
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El Deafo
by Cece Bell
The author recounts her experiences with hearing loss at a young age, including using a bulky hearing aid, learning how to lip read, and determining her "superpower." Graphic Novel Call Number: J 921 BEL
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A Boy and a Jaguar
by Alan Rabinowitz
The renowned cat conservationist reflects on his early childhood struggles with a speech disorder, describing how he only spoke fluently when he was communicating with animals and how he resolved at a young age to find his voice to be their advocate. Call Number: J 921 RAB
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Emmanuel's Dream: The True Story of Emmanuel Ofosu Yeboah
by Laurie Ann Thompson
Previously depicted in the film "Emmanuel's Gift," the inspiring story of a West African youth who pursued an education, helped support his family and became a record-setting cyclist in spite of a disability traces his ongoing achievements as an activist. Call Number: J 921 YEB
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