While unpacking a shipment of children’s books recently I found this little gem In Jesse’s Shoes by Beverly Lewis. Allie struggles to accept her disabled brother Jesse and deal with the other children who make fun of Jesse. In the book Allie learns to not only accept Jesse but help the other children accept him. Lewis focuses on the things special needs children have in common with other children.
Attitudes towards those with disabilities are changed through understanding. Literature can be a useful tool in helping children understand difficult topics. I like how the book focuses on the similarities that all children have. Sometimes it is easy to look only at the labels or problems a child has and forget the person inside.
If you get a chance be sure to check out In Jesse’s Shoes. Oh, it is a great book to share with a child as well.
The Dee Zone 
The book is excellent! Thanks for your recommendation and review.
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My daughter, Amber, wants to write books like this as she has dealt with uncontrolled epilepsy all her life. She knows first hand how it feels to be “different” and wants to make a difference. Thanks for promoting the book.
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Dianne: TY
Mamacurry: That is cool. Tell Amber to hurry up & write it so I can carry it in the store. I’ve written about my own experiences.
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Oh ! I need to check this one out! I love Beverly Lewis for myself…this sounds great…I am a special ed teacher (although I am teaching general ed this year) so I am all for books on this subject, esp for kiddos.
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Texasknights: It is a very good book.
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