What’s the book about?
In the lead-up to the 2024 Paralympics, kids aged 5+ will want to get their hands on this big-hearted guide to disability, full of words to know and questions to ask about life with disability. From three-time Paralympian swimmer, medal-winner and disability advocate Sarah Rose.
From three-time Paralympian swimmer, medal-winner and disability advocate Sarah Rose, comes a big-hearted guide to disability, full of letters, learnings and laughs from a disabled person to you.
ABC Disability is an A to Z of celebrating what makes each of us unique, featuring bold, brightly coloured artwork by award-winning illustrator Beck Feiner – including the Auslan sign for each letter of the alphabet.
Recommended for:
Ages 5+.
Three reasons to read it:
- ABC Disability offers educational content that introduces readers to various aspects of disability. It covers topics like different types of disabilities, challenges faced by individuals with disabilities, and the importance of inclusivity and understanding. This makes it an excellent resource for young readers.
- The book emphasizes the importance of diversity, highlighting the unique experiences and perspectives of individuals with disabilities. It encourages younger readers to embrace differences and advocates for equal rights and opportunities.
- The book is designed in an ABC format, making it accessible for readers of all ages, especially children. The use of alphabetical structure combined with illustrations helps convey complex ideas in a straightforward manner, making it suitable for both personal reading and education.
Buy a copy of ABC Disability here.
About the authors:
A three-time Paralympian swimmer and medal-winner, Sarah Rose represented Australia at multiple Paralympics, World Championships and World Cups. Since retiring from swimming in 2014, she has become a prominent spokesperson on disability, diversity, women’s issues and inclusion and has had extensive experience talking in schools. Sarah also hosts A Very Rosie Podcast, where she talks to inspirational guests who have chased their dreams.
Sarah is short statured with a mighty big heart and spirit. She wants her daughter, Willow, and son, Freddie, to grow up in a world where people with a disability like their mum are seen in the media and part of the broader conversation in Australian life.
Sarah has served on Paralympics Australia’s Athlete Commission since its inception. She talks to corporations about the importance of representation in the workforce and is a regular guest on ABC News, ABC Weekend Breakfast and The Drum. More recently, she’s shared her voice on Play School, singing in a trio with Jemima and Humpty (sincere apologies in advance to all the parents out there).
Alley Pascoe is a writer and editor with a background in magazines and memoirs. She has written for the country’s most-read publications including The Australian Women’s Weekly, Stellar, Body&Soul, Gourmet Traveller and marie claire magazine, where she was formerly the Features Editor. Her books include the best-selling Heartstrong with Ellidy Pullin, Love and Pain with Ben Gillies and Chris Joannou of Silverchair, and The Girl in the Green Dress with Jeni Haynes. ABC Disability is Alley’s first foray into children’s books – and she loved every second of the colourful, creative and collaborative process. Alley is based on Larrakia Country in Darwin.
Beck Feiner is a Sydney-based illustrator, designer and author whose artwork, stories and memes shine a spotlight on social issues and promote harmony and diversity. Her bold, vibrant, colourful creative style evolved from many years working as a graphic designer and art director in the advertising industry in Sydney and overseas. She has created many much-loved picture books, including Aussie Legends Alphabet, If I Was Prime Minister, Clyde the Greyhound and The Polar Bear in Sydney Harbour.
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