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Disabled Picture Books

These books feature characters with visible and invisible disabilities.

Sno-Isle Libraries

16 items

  • Illustrations and simple, rhyming text introduce a school where diversity is celebrated and songs, stories, and talents are shared.
    BookNew York : Alfred A. Knopf, 2018. — E PENFOLD
  • A student who uses a wheelchair finds a way to see her dog each day in school.
    BookNew York : Roaring Brook Press, 2017. — E GIANFER
  • When a girl in a wheelchair calls to people far below to look up and see her, one finds a way to brighten her day.
    BookNew York : Holiday House, 2016. — E CHONG
  • If you see someone in a wheelchair, you might think he or she couldn't compete in a race. But...you might be wrong. This book explores the preconceived notions we have about the world and encourages kids to be more thoughtful.
    BookNew York, New York : Two Lions, [2019] — E JAVERNI
  • Unbeatable Betty

    the First Female Olympic Track & Field Gold Medalist

    Kimmel, Allison Crotzer,
    The first female gold medalist in track and field was an overnight sensation. She was set for gold again when a horrible plane crash left her in a wheelchair, with one leg shorter than the other. But Betty didn't let that stop her.
    BookNew York, NY : Harper, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers, [2020] — E BIO ROBINSO KIMMEL
  • Just Ask!

    Be Different, Be Brave, Be You

    Sotomayor, Sonia, 1954-
    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.
    BookNew York : Philomel Books, [2019] — E 362.4 SOTOMAY
  • Shares a story of loving who you are, respecting others and being kind to one another.
    BookNew York, NY : Balzer + Bray, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers, [2018] — E BYERS
  • Too Sticky!

    Sensory Issues With Autism

    Malia, Jen,
    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.
    BookChicago, Illinois : Albert Whitman & Company, [2020] — E MALIA
  • All My Stripes

    a Story for Children With Autism

    Rudolph, Shaina
    Zane rushes home to tell his mother about problems he faced during his school day, and she reminds him that while others may only see his "autism stripe," he has stripes for honesty, caring, and much more.
    BookWashington, DC : Magination Press, [2015] — J 618.9285 RUDOLPH
  • A sensitive 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
    BookNew York, NY : Dial Books for Young Readers, an imprint of Penguin Random House LLC, [2019] — E COTTERI
  • The William Hoy Story

    How a Deaf Baseball Player Changed the Game

    Churnin, Nancy,
    One day deaf player Willaim asked the umpire to use hand signals: strike, ball, out. That day he not only got on base but also changed the way the game was played forever. William "Dummy" Hoy became one of the greatest and most beloved…
    BookChicago, Illinois : Albert Whitman and Company, [2016] — E 796.357 CHURNIN
  • Polly and Her Duck Costume

    the True Story of a Little Blind Rescue Goat

    Lauricella, Leanne,
    Polly, a little blind goat, has some trouble adapting to her new life until her new mom gives her a warm and fuzzy duck costume, which turns out to be the perfect fit! Follow along with Polly as she finds love with her new family, gains…
    BookLake Forest, CA : Walter Foster, Jr., 2017. — E LAURICE
  • Zulay is a blind girl who longs to be able to run in the race on field and track day at her school.
    BookNew York : Farrar Straus Giroux, 2015. — E BEST
  • 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…
    BookSan Francisco, California : Chronicle Books LLC, [2019] — E BAILEY
  • Little Bear learns about his deafness when a visit to an audiologist reveals the truth about a world he sometimes has trouble understanding.
    BookSomerville, Massachusetts : Candlewick Press, 2020. — E ANTROBU
  • 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.
    BookNew York : Atheneum Books for Young Readers, 2020. — E FLOOD