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Disability StoriesDisability stories for children taken from the halls of classic literature. Here kids can meet heros who overcome their disabilities. The Trumpet of the SwanBy E.B. White Talking AnimalsReading Level: 4th - 6th Grade A swan does not have his voice, but instead learns to play a trumpet. A story about overcoming disabilities. The Door In the WallMarguerite de Angeli Historical FictionMiddle Ages Bubonic Plague England Reading Level: 5th - 8th Grade A young knight is left by his parents and faces a crippling illness and danger from an attacking army. From AnnaJean Little Historical Fiction1940's Family moves from Germany to Canada Reading Level: 4th - 8th Grade Anna has a vision problem, can't learn to read, stumbles into things, and is nicknamed "Awkward Anna." She is unhappy to learn she will be moving from her native country to Canada, where she is sure she will never be able to fit in. But help and a new start are waiting for her there. Mine For KeepsJean Little CanadaReading Level: 4th - 8th Grade A heart touching story of a nine year old girl with cerebral palsy. Sally lives in a school for children with disability but dreams of living with her family. When a rehab center opens in her town, a new life begins for her. The Blind ColtGlen Rounds MontanaReading Level: 3rd - 5th Grade On the Western frontier a blind colt learns to use his ears to survive. Based on a true story. 
The Story of My LifeHelen Keller United StatesReading Level: 5th - 8th Grade The is the autobiography of an incredible woman who learned to communicate in speech and writing, even though she was blind, deaf, and mute from an illness in infancy. Numerous books about her for different age levels are in print. Johnny TremainEsther Forbes Colonial BostonReading Level: 4th - 8th Grade Usually listed with books on the American Revolution, Johnny Tremain also tells the story of a young craftsman whose promising career is ended by an accident that disforms his hand. At first he despairs, but then finds that he does have an important role to play in an epic era. Historical Fiction Puppies for Sale and other Inspiration TalesBy Dan Clark Not a classic, but written by the author of the "Chicken Soup for the Soul" series. The first story, "Puppies for Sale" is also an illustrated picture book great for younger children. A boy insists on buying the puppy who cannot walk right because he also has a disability. In the second story, we learn how the dog helps the boy overcome his disability and the boy helps the dog.Learning DisabilitiesIf you have a child with a learning or reading disability, here is an on-line resource. Rene is a reading specialist with more than 20 years experience and will show you how to help children become successful readers at www.Learning-Disabilities-Reading-Tutor.com. She also offers online LIVE one-on-one educational therapy/tutoring for the child and parent.
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