Ability Awareness: Adult Nonfiction Booklist
Posted on October 12, 2021
by Abby Sheri
Over time, the perceptions of persons with disabilities have changed significantly, especially after the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was established in 1990. Now, people with different abilities can be celebrated for their uniqueness and individuality, instead of those qualities being considered justification for institutionalization. For inspiring stories of individuals who have overcome incredible odds to bring meaning to their lives and make a difference in the lives of others, check out these nonfiction adult reads.
Haben: The Deafblind Woman Who Conquered Harvard Law
eAudiobookHaben: The Deafblind Woman Who Conquered Harvard Law
eAudiobookNow I See The Moon: A Mother, A Son, A Miracle
hoopla eBook | hoopla eAudiobookNow I See The Moon: A Mother, A Son, A Miracle
hoopla eBook | hoopla eAudiobookThe Pretty One: On Life, Pop Culture, Disability, and Other Reasons to Fall In Love With Me
The Pretty One: On Life, Pop Culture, Disability, and Other Reasons to Fall In Love With Me
Sitting Pretty: The View From My Ordinary Resilient Disabled Body
hoopla eAudiobookSitting Pretty: The View From My Ordinary Resilient Disabled Body
hoopla eAudiobookJoni: An Unforgettable Story
hoopla eBook | hoopla eAudiobookJoni: An Unforgettable Story
hoopla eBook | hoopla eAudiobookThe Wounded Spirit
hoopla eBookThe Wounded Spirit
hoopla eBookLimitless: The Power of Hope and Resilience to Overcome Circumstance
Limitless: The Power of Hope and Resilience to Overcome Circumstance
Life Without Limits: Inspiration For A Ridiculously Good Life
Spoken CDLife Without Limits: Inspiration For A Ridiculously Good Life
Spoken CDUnstoppable: The Incredible Power Of Faith In Action
Spoken CDUnstoppable: The Incredible Power Of Faith In Action
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