Joyfully Josie: Helps children understand disabilities

By Nicole Johnson and Nicole Johnson

Book Overview

Why are children confused when they meet a child with a disability?

Introducing Joyfully Josie, a heartwarming children's book about a little girl named Josie who has a rare disease called FOXG1 syndrome that causes disabilities.

Despite her many challenges, Josie's joy lights up the world around her. Through her experiences, Josie teaches about inclusion and encourages children to feel comfortable asking questions about children who look different.

Parents will love having a safe and joyful way of helping their children understand what might be new and confusing to them. Joyfully Josie gives parents and educators the tools to teach their children how to embrace and include children with disabilities. Joyfully Josie touches on many principles of social emotional learning. Children will be inspired by Josie's positivity and encouraged to approach their own challenges with resilience and optimism.

Ideal for young readers and read-alouds with young children and their families, Joyfully Josie is a must-read that will leave a lasting impression on readers of all ages. Come discover the joy of Josie and learn about the incredible strength and resilience of those who live with disabilities and rare diseases.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0C482XZR3
• ISBN13: 9798218159771
• Release Date: May 2023
• Publisher: Foxg1 Reesarch Foundation
• Length: 44 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.5" x 8.5"
• Age Range: 2 to 10 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 5