12 Business Leaders with Disabilities

By Marne Ventura

Book Overview

Ralph Braun was in a wheelchair at age 13. He grew up to invent the first wheelchair lift and start a company that brought independence to millions of people like himself. British journalist Dom Smith has cerebral palsy. He started a line of clothing for people with disabilities. Sabriye Tenberken lost her sight at age 12. She started a foundation for blind children in Tibet. This book spotlights 12 business leaders from around the world who succeeded despite their disabilities. Each chapter includes attention-grabbing photos and fascinating facts. Sidebars go beyond the basics, and prompts invite readers to think for themselves. A Learn More page zooms in on the topic of disability etiquette.

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1632357534
• ISBN13: 9781632357533
• Release Date: January 2020
• Publisher: 12-Story Library
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 7.2" x 9.1"
• Age Range: 8 to 12 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 7