April is National Autism Awareness Month! Students with disabilities today are in an age of inclusion. In a strong mainstream setting, students can benefit from IEP meetings, special education teachers, assistive technology, and a variety of services to meet their needs. While all of these services help students develop academic, social, and self-advocacy skills, even the best self-advocates can be left feeling alone without the support system they relied on since kindergarte

So you just found a new book about a disability. In a world of literature where differences are often so underrepresented, it feels like any children's books that feature stories of inclusion are something to get excited about. However, as an author of two children's books featuring characters with disabilities myself, I urge you to consider whether you're picking up a book because it's a great addition to your child's library or if you're simply choosing it because it's abou