Meet Vilissa Thompson, an advocate for disabled people, especially disabled women of color, in this biography for early readers. This book examines her life and impact in a simple, age-appropriate way that helps young readers develop word recognition and reading skills. The My Itty-Bitty Bio series celebrates diversity, covering women and men from a range of backgrounds and professions including immigrants and individuals with disabilities.
Ralph Braun, an inventor and businessman, revolutionized mobility for disabled people. This biography for early readers examines his life in a simple, age-appropriate way that helps young readers develop word recognition and reading skills. Developed in partnership with Easter Seals and written by a member of the disability community, this title helps all readers learn from those who make a difference in our world. The My Itty-Bitty Bio series celebrates diversity, inclusion, and the values that readers of all ages can aspire to.
Emmy award-winner Leroy Moore, Jr. founded the Krip-Hop Nation, a hip-hop movement for people with disabilities. This biography for early readers examines his life and impact in a simple, age-appropriate way that helps young readers develop word recognition and reading skills. Developed in partnership with Easterseals and written by a member of the disability community, this title helps all readers learn from those who make a difference in our world. The My Itty-Bitty Bio series celebrates diversity, inclusion, and the values that readers of all ages can aspire to.
Judy Heumann, a leader in the disabled community, has made the world more accessible. This biography for early readers examines her life in a simple, age-appropriate way that helps young readers develop word recognition and reading skills. Developed in partnership with Easterseals and written by a member of the disability community, this title helps all readers learn from those who make a difference in our world. The My Itty-Bitty Bio series celebrates diversity, inclusion, and the values that readers of all ages can aspire to.
Say hello to sportscaster Jason Benetti, the voice of the Chicago White Sox, in this biography for early readers. This book examines his life and impact in a simple, age-appropriate way that helps young readers develop word recognition and reading skills. Developed in partnership with Easter Seals and written by a member of the disability community, this title helps all readers learn from those who make a difference in our world. The My Itty-Bitty Bio series celebrates diversity, inclusion, and the values that readers of all ages can aspire to.
Explore the life of former president Franklin Delano Roosevelt in a simple, age-appropriate way that helps young readers develop word recognition and reading skills. Developed in partnership with Easterseals and written by a member of the disability community, this title helps all readers learn from those who make a difference in our world. The My Itty-Bitty Bio series celebrates diversity, inclusion, and the values that readers of all ages can aspire to.
At the Hospital explores the sights and sounds of the hospital. It covers people and objects found at the hospital. Uses the Whole Language approach to literacy, combining sight words and repetition to build recognition and confidence. Simple text makes reading these books easy and fun. Bold, colorful photographs that align directly with the text help readers with comprehension.
Anita Cameron, a disability rights advocate and activist, has moved the country closer to justice through her civil rights activism. This autobiography for early readers examines her life in a simple, age-appropriate way that helps young readers develop word recognition and reading skills. Developed in partnership with Easterseals and written by Anita Cameron herself, this title helps all readers learn from those who make a difference in our world. The My Itty-Bitty Bio series celebrates diversity, inclusion, and the values that readers of all ages can aspire to.
Be proud. Be seen. Writer and organizer Alice Wong's life and legacy is explored in this biography for early readers. Her work for disability representation and accessibility is presented in a simple, age-appropriate way that helps young readers develop word recognition and reading skills. Developed in partnership with Easterseals and written by a member of the disability community, this title helps all readers learn from those who make a difference in our world. The My Itty-Bitty Bio series celebrates diversity, inclusion, and the values that readers of all ages can aspire to.
I Read! You Read! books are designed for shared reading between a beginning reader and an adult. Meet Avi! He goes to school and likes to invent things. He also has a learning disability. Learn about his family, his friends, and his dreams for the future. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
I Read! You Read! books are designed for shared reading between a beginning reader and an adult. Meet Summer! She goes to school and likes to draw cartoons. She also has autism. Learn about her family, her favorite lunch, and her dreams for the future. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
Join Maya and her friend Jax as they play in the pool. Follow along as Maya explains how the water helps her move without her leg braces and arm crutches and helps Jax feel more comfortable playing in the water. With a focus on social and emotional learning (SEL), tightly controlled vocabulary, and bright, fun illustrations to match the storyline and enhance empathy, children will learn about inclusion in a supportive educational fiction reading experience.
Join Zuri and her friend Jayden as they play together in the snow. Follow along as Zuri explains how she safely manages her type 1 diabetes and how her monitor helps her track her blood sugar levels. With a focus on social and emotional learning (SEL), tightly controlled vocabulary, and bright, fun illustrations to match the storyline and enhance empathy, children will learn about inclusion in a supportive educational fiction reading experience.
Join friends Ava and friends as they play on the new accessible playground. Follow along as the friends demonstrate what a playground for everybody looks like. With a focus on social and emotional learning (SEL), tightly controlled vocabulary, and bright, fun illustrations to match the storyline and enhance empathy, children will learn about inclusion in a supportive educational fiction reading experience.
Join Kenji as he eats lunch with friends and explains how his peanut allergy affects his life, what to do in an emergency, and steps the friends can take to remind others how to help people with food allergies. With a focus on social and emotional learning (SEL), tightly controlled vocabulary, and bright, fun illustrations to match the storyline and enhance empathy, children will learn about inclusion in a supportive educational fiction reading experience.
Join Nolan for his birthday party! Follow along as Nolan and his dad discuss strategies for what to do if Nolan gets overwhelmed and how his sister and his friend can help him find solutions to sensory challenges. With a focus on social and emotional learning (SEL), tightly controlled vocabulary, and bright, fun illustrations to match the storylines and enhance empathy, children will learn about inclusion in a supportive educational fiction reading experience.
Join Mina and her friends as they visit the farmer's market. Follow along as Mina explains how she navigates the world and what tasks she may need help with. With a focus on social and emotional learning (SEL), tightly controlled vocabulary, and bright, fun illustrations to match the storyline and enhance empathy, children will learn about inclusion in a supportive educational fiction reading experience.
Join Cory and his classmates as they work together on a science project. Follow along as Cory explains how dyslexia affects his schoolwork and how his friends can adapt their project to support him. With a focus on social and emotional learning (SEL), tightly controlled vocabulary, and bright, fun illustrations to match the storyline and enhance empathy, children will learn about inclusion in a supportive educational fiction reading experience.
Join Ren as he meets his new neighbors, Luis and Rosa. Follow along as Rosa explains how deaf people can communicate with others through sign language and lip reading and learn alongside Ren as Luis teaches him some basic signs. With a focus on social and emotional learning (SEL), tightly controlled vocabulary, and bright, fun illustrations to match the storyline and enhance empathy, children will learn about inclusion in a supportive educational fiction reading experience..
Twins Noah and Isabella had a great time at their older sister's quinceañera. Daniel loved watching his dad march in a parade. Hazel will never forget the first time she danced at a powwow. Read all about the special memories of the students in Mr. Banter's class.
Jordan's small family grew when his dad got married. Charlotte likes living with her aunt, uncle, and cousin, but she misses her parents in China. Twins Noah and Isabella have a huge family! Read all about the diverse families of the students in Mr. Banter's class.
Kay's lunch is made up of foods all shaped like circles. Olive loves to dip her lettuce wrap in hummus. Ethan enjoys a cupcake baked by his dad. Read all about the different foods that Mr. Banter's students brought for lunch.
Ethan helps to fill his hamster's food bowl and water bottle every day. Carl doesn't mind that his pet, Brutus, is just a rock. Lily likes to read stories to her goldfish, Shiny. Read all about the pets Mr. Banter's students have at home, in their communities, and in their imaginations.
Ketanji Brown Jackson is the first Black woman to be appointed to the U.S. Supreme Court. Read about her path in life that brought her to this high office.
Twins Camila and Carlos find a postcard in their mailbox from a girl in Japan, and they set off on a magical adventure to see her country.
