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Adventure with Anika as she discovers that there's lots to learn about disabilities.
Anika's aunt Kiara is smart, funny, intelligent, and the coolest girl she knows. When the power goes out, she discovers something different and exciting about Kiara. She's not sure how to react at first but quickly realizes that different isn't sad or strange-it's just different!
This rhyming picture book will help kids learn about disabilities, show them that they're not scary, and teach them how to behave when they meet someone who has a disability. It helps overcome common myths and shows how a person with disabilities is just like everybody else.
My Friend Kiara features a female protagonist with hearing disabilities. It is a great way to begin discussions with children on any type of disability, physical or Intellectual. The story is based on how the author explained to his own children the beauty in our differences, and how people with disabilities are more than just their disability. It is complete with fun activities to learn sign language and help explore children's concept of themselves.
Children are naturally aware of the differences between themselves and people they meet. The Anika Books series helps kids to be aware, understand and appreciate what makes everyone different. Encouraging them to discuss and celebrate the differences they discover with their parents and teachers.
In My Friend Kiara, you'll find:
Exciting and colorful imagery that captures kids attentionRhyming language that's fun and easy to read aloudActivities to help keep children engaged through the storyQuestions to prompt understanding and discussion on diversityA valuable addition to school, church, and home libraries A perfect picture book for children 7 and under
