Disability Pride: Books for Kids

Updated June 13, 2026
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A boy called Bat
Arnold, Elana K.
Paper Book
The first book in a funny, heartfelt, and irresistible young middle grade series starring an unforgettable young boy on the autism spectrum. For Bixby Alexander Tam (nicknamed Bat), life tends to be full of surprises--some of them good, some not so good. Today, though, is a...
Henry's picture-perfect day
Bailey, Jenn
Paper Book
The third chapter book in the award-winning Henry series, starring a sweet and sensitive child on the autism spectrum, is a story about embracing life's messier moments and one's own uniqueness.It is Picture Day for Classroom Ten! Mrs. Tanaka says that the class will take a perfect picture....
I am not a label : 34 disabled artists, thinkers, athletes and activists from past and present
Burnell, Cerrie
Paper Book
Marshmallow & Jordan
Chau, Alina
Paper Book
Alina Chau's Marshmallow & Jordan is a middle-grade graphic novel about a disabled, sports-loving Jordan, and the magical elephant named Marshmallow who she befriends. Jordan's days as star player for her school's basketball team ended when an accident left her...
Flipping forward twisting backward
Fullerton, Alma
Paper Book
A high-energy novel in verse starring a fifth grader who is almost as devoted to competitive gymnastics as she is to hiding her poor reading skills. What happens when Claire's secret starts unraveling? Claire is by far the best gymnast on her team, and she's well on her way to...
Mixed-up
Garcia, Kami
Paper Book
Wonderfully wired brains
Gooding, Louise
Paper Book
Highly commended in The Week Junior Children's Book of the Year 2024 in the STEM category. This inspirational book challenges misconceptions and shows how neurodivergent brains work a little differently. Written by neurodiverse author Louise Gooding. Our...
Xtraordinary people
Griggs, Kate
Paper Book
A necessary and educational narrative nonfiction book for children that embraces the superpowers that dyslexic thinking brings. Xtraordinary People highlights how children's differences can help them go wherever they want to in life. This book is intended for...
All about Us: 20 True Tales of Courage and Disability
Leavitt, Hannalora
Paper Book
★"A fantastic introduction for middle-grade students interested in learning more about the world of disabilities. This much needed resource belongs in all libraries"--Booklist, starred review Meet twenty inspiring kids and adults living with disability today. Stefan Daniel is...
The ABCs of inclusion
Leipholtz, Beth
Paper Book
This newly-illustrated edition of a bestseller provides the perfect learning opportunity to introduce the concept of disabilities and other differences to kids--from the beloved family behind Beth & Coop. In a relatable, positive, and compassionate voice, disability...
Hummingbird
Lloyd, Natalie
Paper Book
A Schneider Family Book Award Honor Book From the bestselling author of A Snicker of Magic comes a heartfelt story about a girl who -- armed with her trusty, snazzy wheelchair -- refuses to let her brittle bone disease stand in the way of adventure Twelve...
The lumbering giants of Windy Pines
Netz, Mo
Paper Book
In this debut spooky adventure, Jerry and her trusty wheelchair move into a creepy motel at the edge of the woods where nothing is as it seems. When her mom disappears, it's up to Jerry to brave the forest and its demons so she can save what's left of her family. Ever since her dad died,...
All the way to the top : how one girl's fight for Americans with disabilities changed everything
Pimentel, Annette Bay
Paper Book
2021 Schneider Family Book Award Young Children's Honor Book (American Library Association) Experience the true story of lifelong activist Jennifer Keelan-Chaffins and her participation in the Capitol Crawl in this inspiring autobiographical picture book. This beautifully illustrated...
Whale eyes : a memoir about seeing and being seen
Robinson, James (Filmmaker)
Paper Book
From Emmy Award-winning documentary filmmaker James Robinson comes a breathtaking illustrated memoir for readers ages 10 and up-inspired by the viral, Emmy-nominated short film Whale Eyes. WINNER OF THE SCHNEIDER FAMILY BOOK AWARD . AN ORBIS PICTUS RECOMMENDED BOOK . A...
Wiggling words
Rolfe, Kate
Paper Book
Winner of the 2026 Carnegie Medal for Illustration A 2024 World Illustration Awards - Children's Publishing Winner The engaging story of a child for whom reading is not straightforward. Verbs, also known as action words, can be pesky things to master and nobody...
This is how we talk : a celebration of disability and connection
Slice, Jessica
Paper Book
From the creators of This Is How We Play is a new jubilant, inclusive, luminously illustrated picture book that celebrates all the ways we communicate with each other. A NEW YORK PUBLIC LIBRARY BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR We sign, write, clap! We tap, stim,...
A Fish Like Me
Sumner, Jamie.
Paper Book
"A gorgeous celebration of swimming, disability, and imagination." --Kirkus Reviews (starred review) In the spirit of Eyes That Kiss in the Corners and I Talk Like a River, this lyrical picture book from acclaimed author Jamie Sumner...
My aunt is a monster
Yee, Reimena
Paper Book
Curses! Adventures! And drama! Oh my! Safia might not be able to see the world, but that doesn't mean she can't experience it to the fullest as she finds herself on her very first adventure! This is a contemporary fantasy middle-grade graphic novel about discovering what you are truly capable of....
Shiny misfits
Zayid, Maysoon
Paper Book

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