Books for Disability Pride Month
July is Disability Pride Month and we’re highlighting books that celebrate disabled stories and creators. Browse our collections here: Middle School I High School
"Turtle Boy is a marvelous coming-of-age story . . . about bravery and the redemptive power of friendship. A perfect summer read." —Kveller
"Turtle Boy—both boy and book—is a winner." —Booklist, starred review
“A story about what it means to be brave when all you want to do is hide in your shell." —Lynne Kelly, author of Song for a Whale
"A wholesome blend of humor and grief, Will’s story will appeal to younger and older readers alike. A beautiful debut that wears its heart on its sleeve." —The Nerd Daily
"A strong debut novel about grief, loss, and coming out of one's shell." —School Library Journal
"A satisfying arc, from sadness to dawning hope and strength." —Kirkus Reviews
"A masterful mingling of deeply resonant themes, including self-esteem, loneliness, loss, and the rewards of improbable friendships." —Publishers Weekly
“Wolkenstein portrays middle school bullying with unflinching accuracy. The ambitious novel balances several different themes with realistic characters . . . . richly drawn and compelling. Turtle Boy is highly recommended._ —Jewish Book Council
"Turtle Boy is a marvelous coming-of-age story . . . about bravery and the redemptive power of friendship. A perfect summer read." —Kveller
"Turtle Boy—both boy and book—is a winner." —Booklist, starred review
“A story about what it means to be brave when all you want to do is hide in your shell." —Lynne Kelly, author of Song for a Whale
"A wholesome blend of humor and grief, Will’s story will appeal to younger and older readers alike. A beautiful debut that wears its heart on its sleeve." —The Nerd Daily
"A strong debut novel about grief, loss, and coming out of one's shell." —School Library Journal
"A satisfying arc, from sadness to dawning hope and strength." —Kirkus Reviews
"A masterful mingling of deeply resonant themes, including self-esteem, loneliness, loss, and the rewards of improbable friendships." —Publishers Weekly
“Wolkenstein portrays middle school bullying with unflinching accuracy. The ambitious novel balances several different themes with realistic characters . . . . richly drawn and compelling. Turtle Boy is highly recommended._ —Jewish Book Council
July is Disability Pride Month and we’re highlighting books that celebrate disabled stories and creators. Browse our collections here: Middle School I High School
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