Maryann Cocca-Leffler
Author
Language
English
Description
It's Mood Monday and Miss Cady's class is sharing how they feel after the weekend. But, Theo doesn't know whether he's in a good mood or a bad mood. He has a new baby sister and he isn't just happy like Eric who got a new bike or sad like April who lost her dog. As Theo's classmates discuss all their feelings, he realizes he's not in a good mood or a bad mood-he's all those things!
Author
Language
English
Description
From a very young age, Judy Heumann heard the word NO. When she wanted to attend public school, the principal said NO. When she wanted her teaching license, the New York Board of Education said NO. Judy and people with disabilities everywhere were tired of hearing "NO." In the 1970s, an important disability rights law, Section 504 of The Rehabilitation Act of 1973, was waiting to be signed. Judy and other disability-rights activists fought for "YES!"...
Author
Language
English
Description
From a very young age, Judy Heumann heard the word NO. When she wanted to attend public school, the principal said NO. When she wanted her teaching license, the New York Board of Education said NO. Judy and people with disabilities everywhere were tired of hearing "NO." In the 1970s, an important disability rights law, Section 504 of The Rehabilitation Act of 1973, was waiting to be signed. Judy and other disability-rights activists fought for "YES!"...
Author
Language
English
Formats
Description
"There was a time in the United States when children with disabilities weren't allowed to go to public school. But in 1971, seven kids and their families wanted to do something about it. They knew that every child had a right to an equal education, so they went to court to fight for that right. The case Mills v. Board of Education of the District of Columbia led to laws ensuring children with disabilities would receive a free public education. Janine...
10) Janine
Author
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Janine is one of a kind. She focuses on the positive while navigating life with disabilities. She makes a difference just by being herself"--
11) Same way Ben
Author
Language
English
Formats
Description
Ben is upset when a substitute teacher changes his school routine, until a visit from his regular teacher and her new baby reveals that change can be good.
Author
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Today is field day and even though Janine is not good at sports, she is ready to compete. Her body just doesn't work like the other kids. But no matter what, Janine cheers for everyone and tries her best. During the big race, her classmate Abby trips and falls. Janine is right there to help. But Abby is crushed that she won't win the race. Can Janine teach Abby and her classmates that being a winner is not always about being number one?" --
14) Jack's talent
Author
Publisher
Farrar, Straus and Giroux
Pub. Date
2007.
Language
English
Description
On the first day of school, as the children in Miss Lucinda's class introduce themselves and name their special talent, Jack wonders if he is good at anything.
15) Let it fall
Author
Publisher
Cartwheel Books
Pub. Date
2010.
Language
English
Description
Illustrations and rhyming text celebrate autumn, with its falling leaves, crisp mornings, and gusty breezes.
16) Let it snow
Author
Publisher
Cartwheel Books/Scholastic
Pub. Date
[2010]
Language
English
Description
In this simple rhyming story, three children share the activities of winter, until the first signs of spring appear.
17) Theo's mood
Author
Publisher
Albert Whitman & Company
Pub. Date
2013.
Language
English
Description
Members of Theo's class help him understand his feelings about becoming a big brother.
19) Bravery soup
Author
Publisher
A. Whitman
Pub. Date
2002.
Language
English
Description
Carlin, who is frightened by everything, wants to try some of Big Bear's bravery soup, but first he must travel through a dark forest to a monster's cave to retrieve an important ingredient.
