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Tasker, Mary – 1992
This children's book is written in both English and Spanish and tells the story of Jimmy, a second grader infected with the AIDS (Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome) virus. The story, written from the child's point of view, introduces Jimmy's home and family and explains how he became infected with the virus at birth and how the AIDS virus is and…
Descriptors: Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome, Attitude Change, Books, Childrens Literature
Benton, Hope – 1996
This book for children (ages 8 to 14) and accompanying teacher/parent guide presents the story of two sisters, one of whom has a physical disability, as they prepare to participate in a wedding. Information on the disability is deliberately presented subtly and incidentally to encourage the reader to relate more personally and foster a deeper…
Descriptors: Academic Accommodations (Disabilities), Attitude Change, Books, Childrens Literature
Benton, Hope – 1996
This book for children (ages 8 to 14) and accompanying teacher/parent guide presents the story of two young friends, one of whom uses a wheelchair and coaches her friend in coping with a broken leg. Information on the disability is deliberately presented subtly and incidentally to encourage the reader to relate more personally and foster a deeper…
Descriptors: Academic Accommodations (Disabilities), Attitude Change, Books, Childrens Literature
Benton, Hope – 1996
This book for children (ages 8 to 14) and the accompanying teacher/parent guide present the story of two brothers, one of whom has a severe hearing impairment, who climb up Mt. Fuji in Japan. Information on the disability is presented subtly and incidentally to encourage the reader to relate more personally and foster a deeper level of acceptance…
Descriptors: Academic Accommodations (Disabilities), Attitude Change, Books, Childrens Literature
Benton, Hope – 1996
This book for children (ages 8 to 14) and the accompanying teacher/parent guide present the story of a young girl (who happens to have a physical disability and uses a wheelchair), her friends, and their experiences at summer camp as they search for a favorite horse. Information on the disability is presented subtly and incidentally to encourage…
Descriptors: Academic Accommodations (Disabilities), Attitude Change, Books, Childrens Literature