All of Us: A First Conversation About Disability.

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Title: All of Us: A First Conversation About Disability.
Authors: Au, Wayne (AUTHOR), Bigelow, Bill (AUTHOR), Christensen, Linda (AUTHOR), Menkart, Deborah (AUTHOR), Miller, Larry (AUTHOR), Sanchez, Adam (AUTHOR)
Source: Rethinking Schools. Fall2025, Vol. 40 Issue 1, p55-55. 1/4p. 1 Color Photograph.
Subject Terms: *Disabilities, *Ableism, *Children's literature, *Learning, *Social problems, Interdependence theory, Equality, Inclusion (Disability rights)
Abstract: The article focuses on a picture book titled "There is No Such Thing as Normal," which aims to educate young children about disabilities. It presents concepts such as different types of disabilities, communication, equity in access, ableism, disability justice, and interdependence using accessible language and engaging illustrations. This book is the eighth and final installment in the "First Conversations" series by the same authors, which also covers topics like skin color, consent, and grief. The series is recommended for its thoughtful approach to important social issues. [Extracted from the article]
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Abstract:The article focuses on a picture book titled "There is No Such Thing as Normal," which aims to educate young children about disabilities. It presents concepts such as different types of disabilities, communication, equity in access, ableism, disability justice, and interdependence using accessible language and engaging illustrations. This book is the eighth and final installment in the "First Conversations" series by the same authors, which also covers topics like skin color, consent, and grief. The series is recommended for its thoughtful approach to important social issues. [Extracted from the article]
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