The Road We've Shared

What Kyle Can Do receives bright, large drawings by Marcin Piwowarski to accompany the story of seven-year-old Mya, who enjoys being a big sister to her siblings. There’s a difference in her family when brother Kyle is born, however, for he has Down…

Ugo and Sim Sim are stories about the everyday life of a brother and sister living in Lagos, Nigeria. Ugo is a handsome and friendly six year old boy. Sim Sim is his cute and outgoing five year old sister with Down…

What in the World is a Disability tells the story of a group of children who attend a special school. A mom and daughter talk about the challenges these youngsters face and how, in spite of their difficulties, they are still people…

Everyone on Earth is different. Kids who have someone in their family with Down syndrome might wonder about their family member’s unique differences. This guidebook will help children who have questions about Down syndrome. What is it and how is their family…

Kindergarten-Grade 3 Emma isn’t happy to learn that she will soon be a big sister. After talking with her father, however, she thinks of “at least a million things my new brother or sister could do with me,” and she eagerly awaits…

Photographs show five pre-school children, each with a disability, leading full, productive and happy lives because they believe We Can Do It!  

Kindergarten-Grade 2- Pulver has lost her usual deft touch in this story of a young boy’s efforts in the Special Olympics. Carly longs for something to brag about and celebrate, but her brother has mental retardation and can’t do things like most…

Beautifully photographed and simply scripted, this book makes a positive statement about the inclusion of children with learning difficulties in mainstream schools. It is clear how much Victoria is achieving at school, and how well she interacts with her classmates.  

Judith Scott was born with Down syndrome. She was deaf, and never learned to speak. She was also a talented artist. Judith was institutionalized until her sister Joyce reunited with her and enrolled her in an art class. Judith went on to…