Julesburg Public Library

Presents a description of what it is like to have a sibling with a disability, in simple text with photographs, including the stories of a number of children who interact with a brother or sister with a physical disability. Includes glossary and resources.

Siblings of children with special needs face unique emotional challenges throughout their lives. In clear and compassionate terms, Kate Strohm explores the often secret feelings of siblings and offers valuable strategies for coping with the challenges that come up.

"This children's picture book follows a sibling of a child with a disability as the kids go through their daily routine. A simple story with an important message, 'Like Me' helps kids recognize the many similarities they share with disabled kids and model a loving and understanding approach to the differences." Amazon.com.

Parents of differently-abled children are often put on pedestals. This anthology is written by non-conformist parents who tell their subjective stories with humor & grace, showing the love, challenges & heartbreak of their lives

"In The Elephant in the Playroom, moms and dads from across the country write intimately and honestly about the joyful highs and disordered lows of raising children who are "not quite normal." Laying bare the emotional, medical, and social challenges they face, their stories address issues ranging from if and when to medicate a child, to how to get a child who is overly sensitive to the texture of food to eat lunch. Eloquent and honest, the voices...

Parenting a child who has a physical disability can be complicated. This book will make your job easier. Compassionate, helpful, and based on real-life experience, it will help you handle every facet of raising and loving your special child, including: Finding the right physical and mental health professionals Solving stressful situations within the family Boosting your child's confidence and self-esteem Developing a proper support team you can trust...