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Dwarfism Awareness
When Nora was diagnosed with achondroplasia, I felt the intense urge to read as much as I could about dwarfism. These recommendations are some of my favorites and ones that I believe will help parents and children with a diagnosis of dwarfism.
Books for Adults
Sam is a six year old boy with dwarfism. He explains what dwarfism means and how it makes him different than his friends. This book celebrates everyones differences!
This guide, provided by Little People of America, is a helpful first resource for parents with a recent dwarfism diagnosis for their child. This guide shows pictures and offers information on the many aspects of dwarfism.
A beautiful collection of stories written by mothers who have a child with dwarfism. Their stories bring hope and share the incredible love and light that a baby with dwarfism brings to the world. A personal favorite because it gave me so much comfort!
Books for Children
Sam is a six year old boy with dwarfism. He explains what dwarfism means and how it makes him different than his friends. This book celebrates everyones differences!
Written and illustrated by Jimmy and Darlene Korpai
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Read the book online here
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Listen to a read-aloud here
Hayley does not want to go to school because she feels that she cannot keep up with her taller friends. Instead of focusing on what Hayley cannot do, her mother helps Hayley to recognize all of the things that she can do!
Written by Lori Orlinsky and illustrated by Vanessa Alexandre
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Order the book online here
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Listen to a read-aloud here
All bodies are different! This book discusses and celebrates different skin colors, hair, shapes, heights, and more. This is a personal favorite of mine because it allows children to see a variety of body types and differences.