Do you have a child who has a sibling with a disability? Or do they attend a school where a child with a disability also attends? Sometimes it is difficult to explain why that child is different. As a parent, you want to encourage tolerance and understanding. Reading books to children stimulates their imagination. It also expands their understanding of the world. We want them to see that all children have strengths even if they have a disability. There are many books available to help you, as a parent or caregiver, to guide your children. Here are 10 to get you started.
“A Friend Like Simon” by Kate Gaynor. This book helps to introduce children to autism.
“I See Things Differently” by Pat Thomas. A first look at autism for classmates and siblings. Suitable for ages 4-7.
“Waiting for Benjamin: A story about autism” by Jessup Altma. Suitable for siblings aged 6-9.
“My Friend has Down Syndrome” by Jennifer Moore-Mallinos. Suitable for ages 6-9.
“We’ll Paint the Octopus Red” by Stephanie Stuve-Bodeen. This book deals with a child whose baby brother is born with Downs Syndrome. Suitable for ages 3-7.
“My Brother Charlie” by Robinson Peete, Holly Robinson Peete. A story of autims from a sibling’s perspective. Suitable for ages 7-10.
“Taking Cerebral Palsy to School” by Mary Elizabeth Anderson. This book aims at children, teachers, parents
“My Brother is Special” by Murray Stenton. This book illustrates the difficulties siblings of children with a disability face. Suitable for ages 4-8.
“Don’t Call me Names” by C.W. Graham. This book is about respect, compassion and friendship. Suitable for ages 4-8.
“Sara’s Secret” by Suzanne Wanous, This is a story of a little girl who doesn’t want anyone to know that her brother has cerebral palsy. Suitable for ages 8 and up.
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