Book Nook
Have you read a good book that includes someone with a disability? We have! Snuggle into the Book Nook to read about some of the titles available to check out from CeDIR. They may provide a window for you to better understand what it’s like to have a disability. Books can also help you realize that people with disabilities are individuals who are just like you in many ways. After you read the book, let us know what you think about it via e-mail. Selected reviews will be published on the Web.Multiple Disabilities
The Alfred Summer by Jan SlepianAll anyone sees when they look at Lester is his cerebral palsy. All anyone sees when they look at Alfred is his mental disability. These two "misfits" team up with two other unusual kids, Myron and Claire, to build the rowboat "The Getaway." See how these social outcasts build a friendship that draws on each person's unique strengths.
Can You Feel the Thunder by Lynn E. McElfresh
Thirteen year old Mic Parsons is in trouble. If he doesn't pass Math, he can't play baseball in the spring. Mic's sister Stephanie is getting on his nerves. But Stephanie, who is Mic's older sister, is deaf-blind. Stephanie says she can help him pass Math, but Mic doesn't believe her. But in addition to having problems with Math, Mic discovers a new kid, Vern Chortle, has moved into the neighborhood and it's rumored that he has a 382-pair sock collection! Should Mic befriend Vern? Will Mic be able to play baseball in the spring? Will Stephanie be able to help him pass his Math class? Read this book to find out how you can feel the thunder!
What is the difference between Type I and II diabetes? How do you treat diabetes? This book answers these questions, providing images of various treatment options.
All of the children in this picture book love and need to experience new things. Come see them all smelling flowers, playing together, and banging on tambourines. These children all have disabilities and love the same things everyone else does.