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The Best Disabilities Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about disabilities? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

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Our 10 Favorite Books About Disabilities

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Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2017

A Boy Called Bat

By Elana K. Arnold, Charles Santoso (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Bat series

A young boy named Bat cares for a baby skunk after its mother is killed by a car

160 pages· 21,164 words· Est. 4 hour read
6.8/7 Bookroo experts·4.0/5 Goodreads · 9,321 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2012

Wonder

A boy with a unique face faces school for the first time, seeking acceptance.

316 pages· 73,102 words· Est. 10 hour read
6.5/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 1,218,556 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12

The Secret Garden

A lonely girl discovers a hidden garden with a mysterious key.

352 pages· 80,729 words· Est. 11 hour read
6.4/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 1,194,235 ratings
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2019

Caterpillar Summer

A summer trip reveals family secrets and tests sibling bonds.

320 pages· 55,933 words· Est. 8 hour read
6.3/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 3,558 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2010

Out of My Mind

A voiceless girl finds a way to be heard.

295 pages· 56,928 words· Est. 6.5 hour read
5.8/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 193,335 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2017

Caleb and Kit

A boy with cystic fibrosis befriends a mysterious girl, challenging his sheltered life.

Bank Street Best Children's Books of the Year (2018)VOYA Top Shelf Fiction for Middle School Readers (2017)Cybil Award (2017)Diverse Books Club (2018)
272 pages· 57,771 words· Est. 8 hour read
5.4/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 553 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2015

Fish in a Tree

A girl hides her reading struggles until a teacher helps her embrace her unique mind.

288 pages· 48,663 words· Est. 5.5 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 87,403 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2015

The War That Saved My Life

A girl escapes wartime London, seeking freedom from her mother's cruelty.

316 pages· 62,299 words· Est. 8.5 hour read
4.5/5 Goodreads · 119,799 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2017

Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus

A girl without arms uncovers secrets in a mysterious theme park while facing new challenges and friendships.

262 pages· 48,376 words· Est. 6.5 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 38,976 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2020

What Stars Are Made of

Libby makes a cosmic deal to help her sister's unborn baby.

208 pages· 40,429 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 1,078 ratings
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Disabilities Board Books for Babies & Toddlers

Sturdy, inviting books about disabilities for the youngest readers and listeners.

A Christmas Carol

Ages 2–4 · 2012

Journey with Christmas ghosts to transform a miser's heart.

Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star

Ages 0–3 · 2002

Unlock communication with sign language before speech begins.

I Calm Down
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I Calm Down

Ages 2–4 · 2020

A child learns to manage overwhelming emotions with calming strategies.

The Prince Who Was Just Himself

Ages 3–6 · 2011

A prince's compassion disarms a feared enemy, revealing his unique strength.

I Like Berries, Do You?

Ages 2–4 · 2013

Discover new foods with engaging photos and playful questions that inspire young children to try healthy bites.

Kids Like Me... Learn Colors
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Kids Like Me... Learn Colors

Ages 2–4 · 2009

Discover colors with children who share your world.

I Can Take A Bath
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I Can Take A Bath

Ages 0–12 · 2019

Master the art of bathing with simple, step-by-step guidance.

The Secret Garden (Adapted)

Ages 3–6 · 2019

Discover a hidden garden that transforms lives and friendships.

Llama Llama Hooray for New Friends!

Ages 2–5 · 2023

Llama Llama navigates new friendships and learns about acceptance.

Julia (Sesame Street Friends)
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Julia (Sesame Street Friends)

Ages 0–3 · 2022

Discover what Julia, a muppet with autism, loves to do with her Sesame Street friends.

Kids Like Me Learn ABCs
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Kids Like Me Learn ABCs

Ages 0–4 · 2009

Discover the ABCs with vibrant images and sign language hints.

On-the-Go
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On-the-Go

Ages 0–5 · 2022

Celebrate movement and mobility with kids using aids, fostering empathy and diversity awareness.

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Disabilities Picture Books

Illustrated read-alouds about disabilities for preschool and elementary-age readers.

Thank You, Mr. Falker

Ages 5–8 · 1998

A young girl struggles to learn to read despite her love for books and learning.

The Art of Miss Chew

Ages 5–8 · 2012

A young artist battles a teacher's doubt to pursue her passion for art.

We're All Wonders

Ages 4–8 · 2017

A child who feels like they don't fit in embarks on an imaginative journey to explore their identity.

I am Helen Keller
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I am Helen Keller

Ages 5–8 · 2015

A young girl overcomes deafness and blindness to become a powerful advocate for change.

Ricky, the Rock That Couldn't Roll
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Ricky, the Rock That Couldn't Roll

Ages 4–8 · 2018

A flat rock's friends unite to help him roll and join their fun.

Hello Goodbye Dog
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Hello Goodbye Dog

Ages 4–8 · 2017

A determined dog escapes to reunite with her girl at school.

Mrs. Gorski, I Think I Have the Wiggle Fidgets
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Mrs. Gorski, I Think I Have the Wiggle Fidgets

Ages 4–8 · 2008

A boy's struggle with focus leads to a creative solution for his restless mind.

Just Ask!

Ages 4–8 · 2019

A group of children with different abilities and health conditions share their experiences and how they adapt to their challenges.

Susan Laughs

Ages 4–7 · 2000

A lively girl navigates life's ups and downs, revealing her wheelchair only at the end.

The Girl Who Thought in Pictures
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The Girl Who Thought in Pictures

Ages 5–10 · 2017

A young girl's journey with autism shapes her life and inspires her to help others.

We'll Paint the Octopus Red

Ages 4–8 · 1998

A family adjusts to unexpected challenges with a new baby.

Polly and Her Duck Costume

Ages 3–6 · 2017

A blind goat finds love and confidence in a duck costume.

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Disabilities Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about disabilities for developing and independent readers.

The Someday Birds

Ages 9–12 · 2017

A boy's cross-country journey to spot birds may heal his fractured family.

Song for a Whale

Ages 8–12 · 2019

A deaf girl seeks to connect with a whale whose song goes unheard.

Squint
Graphic Nov.
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Squint

Ages 8–12 · 2018

A boy races against blindness to finish his comic, while a new friend risks popularity to discover her own talents.

The Truth as Told by Mason Buttle

Ages 9–12 · 2018

Mason's friend vanished. Can he uncover the truth before it's too late?

El Deafo

Ages 7–12 · 2014

A girl discovers her hearing aid grants her unexpected powers at a new school. Can she find friendship amidst her newfound abilities?

Forget Me Not
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Forget Me Not

Ages 9–12 · 2017

A girl with Tourette syndrome navigates a new school, friendship, and self-acceptance amid constant change.

Save Me a Seat

Ages 8–12 · 2016

Two boys unite against a school bully, discovering unexpected friendship.

As Brave As You

Ages 10–14 · 2016

Two brothers' quest for bravery unravels secrets and challenges their beliefs.

A Christmas Carol

Ages 8–12 · 1843

A miser's ghostly journey reveals his past, present, and future.

Paperboy
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Paperboy

Ages 8–12 · 2013

A boy's stutter challenges him during a life-changing summer paper route in the segregated South.

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time

Ages 12–18 · 2003

A boy with autism investigates a dog's murder, uncovering hidden truths.

Anything But Typical

Ages 12–15 · 2009

An autistic boy fears his true self won't be seen by a potential friend.

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