Review of Professional Resource

Review of Professional Resource

The article, Children’s Literature and Disabilities provided useful information about using literature in the classroom to talk about disabilities. This professional resource was created by the National Dissemination Center for Children with Autism. This article covered the wide spectrum of disabilities including autism. Incorporated into the article is an extensive list of books that can be useful when discussing various disabilities in the classroom or at home. In this article Kupper says, “Books can offer an excellent vehicle for communicating with children about disabilities, for providing children and young adults with stories about persons like themselves, and for featuring the personalities, friendships, challenges, accomplishments, and daily lives of people with disabilities” (2001, p. 1). I agree that books are a critical part in informing children about issues such as disabilities, including autism. It is important that children see themselves in the books that they read in order for them to connect to the issues and extract strategies to apply in their own lives. The article also includes a list of things to consider when selecting books about disabilities/autism. It suggests contacting local disability organizations for recommendations about quality books. It stresses the importance of researching books before introducing them to children because not all books provide accurate information and may contain stereotypes. Overall, this article is a great resource to explore if you are looking for books about disabilities/autism, or want to know why integrating literature about disabilities/autism is important for all children to be exposed to.

Kupper, Lisa. "Children's Literature and Disabilities." National Dissemination Center for Children with Disabilities. (2001): 1-15. 29 Nov. 2007 .