Kayla Harren – illustratör

We sign, write, clap! We tap, stim, scream! So many ways to talk and joke, play and learn and dream. This joyful read-aloud, with an empowering refrain, from disability rights activists Jessica Slice and Caroline Cupp, demystifies and respects how disabled people and their families use different forms of communication to connect and show love.Back matter consists of a kid-friendly guide to thinking, learning, and talking about disability and communication; a glossary of the different disabilities represented throughout the book; and a guide for grown-ups on ways to encourage discussions about disabilities with the children in their lives. Throughout, This Is How We Talk centers, affirms, and encourages the disabled children and adults who are already doing the challenging work of advocating for themselves and finding strength in community.

Celebrate beloved actor and children's book author Henry Winkler with this collectible Little Golden Book, featuring an accessible font for readers with dyslexia!Henry wants all children with dyslexia to know that they are smart and can do great things.Henry Winkler has never let anything stop him from following his dreams, from growing up in New York City with a learning disability to his iconic role as The Fonz on TV's Happy Days, to his success as a children's book author and advocate for helping children with learning challenges. This heartwarming biography includes full-color illustrations and a special font used to make reading more accessible for people like Henry who struggle with dyslexia.This Little Golden Book Biography is perfect for Henry Winkler fans of all ages and families looking for inspiring stories about people with learning disabilities.Little Golden Book biographies feature the iconic gold-foil design and share the life stories of extraordinary artists, world leaders, performers, and athletes including:Oprah WinfreyCarol BurnettDick Van DykeSteven Spielberg

A true friend can help us through anything…When a little girl learns about her parents’ divorce on a Thursday, it ruins her favorite day of the week. But her stuffed-unicorn friend steps in to help, taking her on adventures to cheer her up and staying by her side to comfort her when feelings are hard. Then, slowly, the little girl and her unicorn friend awaken to the natural world that surrounds them as life continues to shift and change…until the day that Thursday can become just Thursday again. Told with great sensitivity and beauty, this is a book of healing and hope for children experiencing divorce and a testament to the power of friendship in helping us to overcome life’s biggest obstacles.

From the bestselling author of The Invisible String comes a timely and powerful story that teaches the secret to finding your own inner best friend forever!Ruby’s got a problem. At school and at home, everyone is so busy all the time, and no one seems to notice her at all. Ruby finds herself feeling kind of…lonely. But one day, while walking home alone after school, she decides to look at her problem from a new angle. She even gives it a name—Lonely—a seemingly small but significant decision that transforms her entire life in the most surprising and extraordinary way. Join Ruby as she discovers her inner best friend in this relatable and heartwarming story. A note from the author and discussion questions are included.