Eddyto's journey is the story of a young boy who against all odds after being diagnosed with Angelman Syndrome, complex epilepsy and being nonverbal, tries to live a normal life through everyday inclusion. Eddyto enjoys going to school, playing with friends, reading books, and going to the movies and theatre. Eddyto is part of a family that supports him in reaching his maximum potential.

This book was written by a girl with Angelman syndrome to describe her communication journey. People with Angelman syndrome have complex communication needs. She chronicles the process she went through toward freeing her inner thoughts. Rylee started this book at 9 years old and finished three years later. This book is intended for you to see the hope.

Neil and the Dolphin Adventure is a story about a young boy who during a trip to the beach with his family gets to save a dolphin's life. Neil's Life and Adventures is a book series that teaches kindness and empathy while giving the young reader the opportunity to enjoy an adventure story with lots of colorful illustrations and easy-to-read text. 3 lessons about Neil's Life and Adventures Kindness - treat others the way you want to be treated Empathy - put yourself in the other person's shoes Diversity - we are all different and that is ok Neil loves to swim, read, paint, climb trees and play with his friends. He goes to mainstream primary school where he has his closest friends. Neil is non-verbal and uses a talker to communicate. Growing up Neil's biggest wish was to let others know his thoughts and his dreams. He had so many things that he wanted to share, but he just couldn't. He didn't have a way to express his thoughts. One day, his parents got Neil a talker. Neil was very excited that he would be able to express his thoughts and share his ideas with his family and friends. Since this is like learning a new language for Neil, his parents and sister helped him by modeling. Modeling means using the talker to say things while also using your voice. Modeling is fun! Neil's sister models while they play and read books together. Neil's mum models every day when she helps Neil get ready for school and in the evening when telling Neil a bedtime story. Neil's father models while going to the park with him on weekends. Soon everyone around Neil was modeling and helping him learn this new language. Neil picked up on the new language over time and started commenting when people around him were talking. Neil is very grateful for being able to say what he wants, when he wants and how he wants to say it. He has so many thoughts and ideas he wants to share.

The Same But a Little Different, is a story about a young girl with special needs doing the best she can in life, and how her younger sister spreads awareness and joy. The story will teach compassion and encourage people to be open minded to what others might struggle with. We all do the best we can with what we are given.

Neil and the Cruise Ship Adventure is a story about a young boy who during a cruise ship vacation saves his sister, friends and himself from being trapped by using his talker. Neil's Life and Adventures is a book series that teaches kindness and empathy while giving the young reader the opportunity to enjoy an adventure story with lots of colorful illustrations and easy-to-read text. Neil loves to swim, read, paint, climb trees and play with his friends. He goes to mainstream primary school where he has his closest friends. Neil is non-verbal and uses a talker to communicate. Growing up Neil's biggest wish was to let others know his thoughts and his dreams. He had so many things that he wanted to share, but he just couldn't. He didn't have a way to express his thoughts. One day, his parents got Neil a talker. Neil was very excited that he would be able to express his thoughts and share his ideas with his family and friends. Since this is like learning a new language for Neil, his parents and sister helped him by modeling. Modeling means using the talker to say things while also using your voice. Modeling is fun! Neil's sister models while they play and read books together. Neil's mum models every day when she helps Neil get ready for school and in the evening when telling Neil a bedtime story. Neil's father models while going to the park with him on weekends. Soon everyone around Neil was modeling and helping him learn this new language. Neil picked up on the new language over time and started commenting when people around him were talking. Neil is very grateful for being able to say what he wants, when he wants and how he wants to say it. He has so many thoughts and ideas he wants to share.

"Divided into three sections, the text examines research with a focus on application to school-age students, and then analyzes the language difficulties associated with specific disability types. The third section focuses on contemporary assessment and instructional strategies. Kuder emphasizes research-based instructional techniques and discusses several new methods, including technology-based approaches."--BOOK JACKET.

Imagine not being able to talk but your smile and laughter just makes everything and everyone around you happy. Enjoy this journey with the special little girl who sees beauty in everything she does.