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Chapter Books About Physical Disability

Physical disability in chapter books means characters who are fully realized people navigating school, friendship, and growing up, with their disability as one part of a complex life. These 299 books get that balance right.

299 books

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Curtis Piperfield #2

C.C. faces the daily challenge of maintaining her independence and keeping up with her middle school friends while being

Cover of Arnie and the New Kid

Arnie and the New Kid

Arnie never gave much thought to his classmate in a wheelchair until a set of crutches helps him see the world from a br

Cover of Petey

After decades of isolation and misdiagnosis, Petey finds an unexpected friendship with a young boy that finally allows h

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The Alfred Summer #1

The Alfred Summer

Jan Slepian

Four unlikely friends who feel like outcasts find a shared sense of purpose and courage when they team up to build a boa

Ages 9–12

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Formerly Shark Girl

Kelly L. Bingham

For the teen navigating life after a major trauma or injury. Jane explores her identity and artistic dreams while adjust

Cover of Unsinkable: From Russian Orphan to Paralympic Swimming World Champion

Unsinkable: From Russian Orphan to Paralympic Swimming World Champion

Jessica Long, Hannah Long

Jessica Long shares her incredible journey from a Russian orphanage to the Paralympic podium, showing how she overcame e

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Women of Our Time

Helen Keller: A Light for the Blind

Kathleen V. Kudlinski

Follow the adventurous life of Helen Keller as she perseveres through challenges to advocate for and lead the way for ot

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The Million Dollar Series #3

The Million Dollar Putt

Bogie has one chance to win a million dollars in a high-stakes Hawaii tournament, proving that being blind doesn't stop

Cover of I Funny TV

James Patterson, Chris Grabenstein

For the middle schooler navigating big changes, this story explores how to stay true to yourself and your friends when l

Cover of Can You Feel the Thunder?

Can You Feel the Thunder?

Lynn E. McElfresh

Thirteen-year-old Mic Parsons balances the social chaos of junior high with the complex emotions of growing up alongside

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Helen's Big World

Doreen Rappaport

For the child curious about how we experience the world, this moving biography shows how Helen Keller broke through sile

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Crazy Beautiful

Lauren Baratz-Logsted

For teens grappling with physical differences, navigating grief, or searching for true connection, this contemporary "Be

Cover of Frida Kahlo: She Painted Her World in Self-Portraits

What the Artist Saw

Frida Kahlo: She Painted Her World in Self-Portraits

For the child navigating physical challenges or looking for their own unique voice. Discover how Frida Kahlo transformed

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The Deaf Musicians

Pete Seeger, Paul DuBois Jacobs

After losing his hearing, jazz pianist Lee finds a new way to share his music when he meets a deaf saxophone player.

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Fresh air and farm life come alive through sound, scent, and touch as a young blind girl spends a beautiful, sensory-fil

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Little Helpers: Animals on the Job!

Michéle Brummer Everett

Discover the incredible and surprising jobs service animals perform every day to help their human partners live active,

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The Forest of App

A boy named Nob finds a new home in an ancient, fading forest alongside a witch-girl, an elf, and a dwarf who refuse to

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She Persisted #16

Bethany Hamilton

Maryann Cocca-Leffler

For the child facing a major setback or physical challenge, this biography shows how one girl's grit and faith helped he

Cover of The Sound of Colors: A Journey of the Imagination

The Sound of Colors: A Journey of the Imagination

For the child navigating a life-altering change or physical loss. This poetic journey shows how the inner eye can transf

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Farther Than the Moon

For the child balancing a personal dream with deep family loyalty. A high-stakes space camp adventure explores what it m

Cover of Melanie

Melanie sets off on a dangerous quest to rescue her grandfather from a hideous troll, relying on her courage and sharp s

Cover of Blindsided

Priscilla Cummings

For the teen facing a life-changing diagnosis or physical transition, this story offers a raw look at reclaiming indepen

Cover of Fighting for Yes! The Story of Disability Rights Activist Judith Heumann

Fighting for Yes! The Story of Disability Rights Activist Judith Heumann

Maryann Cocca-Leffler

For the child who feels frustrated by unfair rules or being told no. Discover how Judy Heumann turned a lifetime of 'no'

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Picture Book Biographies

A Picture Book of Helen Keller

Determined to connect with the world around her, Helen Keller finds ways to communicate and learn despite being unable t

More Formats for Physical Disability

Young Adult(41)Middle Grade(22)Graphic Novels(17)Early Readers(7)Picture Books(6)

Physical Disability by Age Group

Books for Physical Disability for Ages 0–3(40)Books for Physical Disability for Ages 12–18(459)Books for Physical Disability for Ages 4–7(267)Books for Physical Disability for Ages 8–11(550)