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18 alaska parent winter 2025/26 AlaskaParent.comThese lively books, featuring stories of children with different learning and physical abilities, will inspire understanding, compassion, and a celebration of differences. The stories are important reading for not only children with disabilities but for others to better understand the challenges and strengths of their peers. The Girl Who Thought in Pictures: The Story of Dr. Temple GrandinBy Julia Finley Mosca (Author), Daniel Rieley (Illustrator)Ages 5-9 yearsThis inspiring biography tells the story of an animal scientist named Dr. Temple Grandin, who also had autism. It highlights how Dr. Grandin%u2019s unique way of thinking led to groundbreaking work in animal behavior and autism advocacy. The book is written in a simple, engaging style, making it accessible to young readers. It encourages children to embrace their differences and see them as strengths. Listen: How Evelyn Glennie, a Deaf Girl, Changed PercussionBy Shannon Stocker (Author), Devon Holzwarth (Illustrator)Ages 4-8 yearsThis picture book biography tells the inspiring story of Evelyn Glennie, a worldrenowned percussionist who became deaf as a child. Evelyn refused to let her hearing loss limit her dreams, so she learned to feel music through vibrations. This beautifully illustrated picture book celebrates resilience, innovation, and the power of following one%u2019s passion. It%u2019s an uplifting story that encourages readers to take hold of challenges and redefine possibilities. When Charley Met EmmaBy Amy Webb (Author), Merrilee Liddiard (Illustrator)Ages 5-8 yearsThis heartwarming children%u2019s book introduces young readers to the importance of kindness, empathy, and acceptance. The story follows Charley, a young boy who learns a valuable lesson about embracing differences when he meets Emma, a girl who uses a wheelchair due to limb differences. This book is a powerful tool for teaching children about disabilities in a relatable and age-appropriate way. It encourages open conversations about inclusion and reminds readers that everyone deserves understanding and respect.Books exploringall abilitiesbook buzz