Set after World War I, this is the story of Annie and her family coming to grips with the costs of war. Annie's father works in a veteran hospital and she goes there to help the veterans. She meets Andrew who was disfigured by the war. Can Annie help Andrew accept his injuries? What really happened to Annie's uncle who died in the war?

A second grader named Moses must complete a school assignment. Find out how Moses and his neighbor's iguana are alike. What makes Moses and the iguana different from other kids?

During the summer of her fifteenth birthday, Teri D'Angelo meets Valerie Ross. Valerie is a patient at the hospital where her paralyzed leg is being treated. The meeting develops into a difficult and unusual friendship between the two girls -- one quiet and well-behaved and the other outspoken and spoiled. When Teri discovers Valerie's serious depression about her disability, she struggles with decisions about how she can help and you may wonder why she should even bother.

Too-Tall makes fun of Harry because Harry uses a wheelchair. But Harry can handle it. Harry challenges Too-Tall to a basketball game. Will Harry be able to show Too-Tall what he can do? Read along to find out how the game goes and to see who wins.

This is the story of how Teddy Roosevelt overcame sickness and physical problems in childhood to become president and activist as an adult. This book examines both his personal life (childhood, having children, and old age) and his political career. A interesting and personal biography.

A fifth grader named Mike used to go to a special school where all his friends had crutches or wheelchairs. But this year he's going to a public school.. He enjoys playing pool and is a good swimmer, but doesn't really like it when people stare at him. Most of his new classmates have never seen a child with cerebral palsy. Come along for the ride as Mike shows his classmates that he can play to win!

This Newbery Award-winning book is set in the 14th century and tells the tale of Robin, son of Sir John de Buerford. Robin looses the use of his legs due to illness and is left behind by his servants, who are afraid of his ailment. Brother Luke, from a local monastery, takes in Robin and teaches him how to live without the use of his legs. Robin, who dreamt of becoming a knight like his father, finds that there is more than one way to serve the king.

Jonathan and Abbey are alone on an island when an earthquake hits. Jonathan and Abbey need to find a way off the island, but Abbey is partly paralyzed and needs Jonathan's help to get off the island. Read the book to discover if Jonathan and Abbey can make it off the island.

Eddie is a sixth grader with cerebral palsy who is experiencing problems with some of his classmates and teacher. He purchases a blue winged dragon as a gift for his sister's birthday. Shortly thereafter odd things begin to happen when Eddie gets mad at someone, like the class bully or his teacher. Could it have something to do with the blue winged dragon? Find out how Eddie overcomes some of his battles in this delightful book.

Ellen's brother, Barry, is four years old and has cerebral palsy. Something went wrong when he was born. His parents have hired a lawyer to be in charge of their malpractice suit against the doctor. Read this book to find out why Ellen becomes involved in the trial for Barry. Is Ellen for or against the court case? Does the lawyer win the trial for Barry? Does Ellen fall in love with the lawyer? What will life be like for Ellen and Barry beyond the trial?

Meet twelve children, ages six to sixteen, that live each day with some type of disability. Some of the children have had their disability since they were born. Others have a disability that was caused by a tragic accident. Discover how these kids have reacted to having a disability and how they have learned to do things differently from you and me.

One book in a series that shows us the different ways we learn to communicate, adapt, and take care of ourselves. You'll learn about games, gadgets, medicines, and inventions that people with disabilities use. Also read what kids with disabilities have to say about themselves and what they would like you to know!

Izzy was the pretty, popular cheerleader until she lost her leg in a car accident. Now her friends are uncomfortable around her and she can't be the cheerful, carefree girl she was before. Rosamunde enters her life with the ease of a bulldozer, disrupting Izzy's routine. Will Rosamunde enable Izzy to confront her loss? Will Izzy find the strength to return to the school and life she knew before the accident?

Dominic has a pal. His name is Victor. Dominic describes all of the fun things that he likes to do with his pal, Victor. What fun things do you like to do with your pals? What laughs and good times do you share together? Do you think you could share good times, laughs and fun things with a friend who has a disability? Read this book to find out what disability Dominic has and why Dominic values Victor's friendship.

Twelve-year-old Sarah longs to have friends of her own. But living with cerebral palsy isn't easy for Sarah, her family or friends. But with the help of her loving family and friends, Sarah discovers hope for a brighter future. This book is based on the life of a real girl. Read this book to find out how Sarah communicates with her friends and family because she cannot talk and speak as others do. What is the name of the communication system she uses?

Sure Jim Abbott could play in the Greater Flint (Michigan) Youth Baseball Program even through he only had one hand. After all, their motto was, "Every kid can play." But Jim was also a very good ball player who pitched for the University of Michigan as well as Team USA in the Pan American Games and the Olympics. Could he reach his dream of pitching in the major leagues?

Shawn loves the taste of oysters and the feel of his mother's hugs, but he can't tell anyone. Shawn's cerebral palsy has left him without muscle control. Shawn begins to suspect that his father is going to kill him. Written from Shawn's point of view this book will keep you on the edge of your seat as you wonder what his father is going to do.

Who was Mrs. Olinski going to chose for the sixth-grade Academic Bowl team? In her first year back teaching following a car accident that resulted in her use of a wheelchair, Mrs. Olinski felt a little unsure about some things. One thing she was sure about was the four students she had chosen for the Academic Bowl team. But why? And could Noah, Nadia, Ethan, and Julian get anywhere in the competition? Ms. Konigsburg's 1997 Newbery Medal Winner will give you a great view from Saturday.