Kids are all different in their own ways. These books dive into a variety of special needs and disabilities and how kids of all abilities can succeed and thrive in all sorts of settings! All of these are available through the Central Arkansas Library System.

Hooway for Wodney Wat
By Helen Lester

All his classmates make fun of Rodney because he can’t pronounce his name, but it’s Rodney’s speech impediment that drives away the class bully.
Ages 4-8

Erik the Red Sees Green
By Julie Anderson

When Erik discovers he is colorblind, his teachers all step in to make sure he’s able to get his work done just like all of the other kids.
Ages 4-8

Charlie & Frog: A Mystery
By Karen Kane

When a woman mysteriously disappears, Charlie and Frog, who is deaf, follow a series of clues to solve the mystery! And Charlie has to learn American Sign Language along the way.
Ages 9-13

The Junkyard Wonders
By Patricia Polacco

Trisha’s not sure she wants to be in a special class — especially when they’re called “the junkyard.” But her class turns out to be an oddly brilliant group of misfits.
Ages 7-11

Hello Goodbye Dog
By Maria Gianferrari

Zara’s dog, Moose, helps her get through the day. But when she goes to school, he has to stay at home. Or does he?
Ages 3-7