There is a variety of information which can be used to promote inclusion and acceptance of people with differences, to help people understand in an age appropriate way,
Books
The list of books below has been recommended by other parents of children with dwarfism, who have used them successfully to promote inclusion and acceptance of dwarfism and difference to all ages.
For Children
- Hey, Little Ant by Phillipa and Hannah Hoose
- Stand Tall Molly Lou Melon by Patty Lovell
- I’m Like You, You’re Like Me by Cindy Gainer
- Cork and Fuzz Short And Tall by Dori Chanconas
- Little Lucy Big Race by Matt Roloff
- The Thing About Georgie by Lisa Graff
- Not Too Big, Not Too Small by Understanding Dwarfism
- I’m Just Small, That’s All by Karalee Braithwaite
- Strong And Mighty Max by Kristina Gray
- Wonder by RJ Palacio
- We’re All Wonders by RJ Palacio
- The Brand New Kid by Katie Couric
- The Boy With Pink Hair by Perez Hilton
- We’re Different We’re The Same by Sesame Street
- Spookly The Square Pumpkin by Joe Troiano
- The Littlest Valentine by Brandi Dougherty
- Short by Holly Goldberg Sloan
- Mummy, There’s a New Girl by Danielle Webb
- Ellie’s Magical Bakery by Ellie Simmonds
- Little Imperfections: A tall tale of growing up different by Peet Montzingo
- Incredible You by Rhys Brisenden and Nathan Reed
- The Same But Different by Molly Potter and Sarah Jennings
- All Bodies Are Good Bodies by Charlotte Barkla
- A 21st Century Kid Gets New Wheels by Steve Driver
For Teens
- Break The Mould by Sinead Burke
- Little Legs Big Heart by Kristen DeAndrade
- Size Matters Not: The Extraordinary Life and Career of Warwick Davis by Warwick Davis
- Fast Lady by Joy Rainey
- Joy Across America by Joy Rainey
- Swimming The Dream by Ellie Simmonds
- I Got This by Cara Mailey and Chrissie Sans
- We Are Giants by Amber Lee Dodd
For Adults
- Far From The Tree by Andrew Solomon
- Living With Difference: Families with Dwarf Children by Joan Ablon
Online
The Understanding Dwarfism website also has a number of different worksheets and material which can be used to aid children’s understanding.
Colouring and workbooks
Meet Milo, a young boy with achondroplasia who loves dinosaurs, adventures, and spending time with friends and family. This children’s colouring book celebrates individuality, friendship, and inclusion while exploring everyday experiences, adaptations, and accessibility.
The book is available in print on Amazon.