Reena wants to be a star... ...A Bollywood star. Unfortunately, her family won't stand for it. It doesn't help that Reena is only eight-years-old. However, a beacon of hope arrives in the form of Uncle Jessi. He's just emigrated from India to America, and is a welcome addition to her family household. Uncle Jessi and Reena share a special bond. Not only are they old pen pals, but he recognizes her desperation to become a Bollywood actress. One day, Uncle Jessi plans a secret surprise. He invites her to take part in a pretend acting game. Reena jumps at the chance. At first, she enjoys swinging her hips to Bollywood beats. She smiles brightly at his camera. However, halfway through her performance matters take an unexpected turn. The end results surprise both Reena and Uncle Jessi. Important lessons come through an action-driven story and beautiful illustrations: Children will learn that sexual abuse is NEVER their fault. Parents and children will be given a launching pad to discuss the warning signs of "grooming." Children will come away knowing they have the power to say: "NO." Children will discover that sexual abuse can occur in any cultural group. Children can be assured that they will be believed when reporting inappropriate behavior. Therapists and parents can exhibit that sexual abuse isn't an off-limits topic. Child abuse survivors will come away knowing they are not alone. Therapists' Acclaim for Reena's Bollywood Dream "Reena's Bollywood Dream is exceptionally well-written. It works as an educational piece to foster awareness to children and their families regarding the realities of sexual abuse within the South Asian community. This informative book can help alter a child's life for the better." --Sadia Khaliq, B.A., B.S.W., M.S.W., Community Treatment Coordinator, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health "With a captivating story and beautiful illustration, and with a message that is cross-cultural and educational, Reena's Bollywood Dream can help children understand the sad reality that there are those who can hurt them but there is also means of staying safe--with others' help. I recommend this book highly to all families; it can be instrumental to starting a conversation about a difficult topic." --Pamela Pine, PhD, MPH, Founder and CEO, Stop the Silence For more info see www.JewelKats.com Juvenile Fiction : Social Issues - Sexual Abuse Family & Relationships : Abuse - Child Abuse Social Science : Ethnic Studies - Asian American Studies

Reena's Bollywood Dream: A Story about Sexual Abuse (Growing with Love)

Politics & Social Sciences

Kats, Jewel

Social Sciences

Loving Healing Press

Join Cinderella in a World Where Anything is Possible! In a Kingdom far, far away lives Cinderella. As expected, she slaves away for her cranky sisters and step-mother. She would dearly love to attend the Royal costume ball and meet the Prince, but her family is totally dead set against it. In fact, they have gone so far as to trash her wheelchair! An unexpected magical endowment to her wheelchair begins a truly enchanted evening and a dance with the Prince. Can true love be far behind? <ul>
<li>This fairy tale demonstrates people with disabilities can overcome abuse</li> <li>Children with disabilities finally have a Cinderella story they can identify with</li> <li>In this version, Cinderella uses her own abilities to build a new future for herself</li> <li>The connection Cinderella and the Prince share illustrates love surges past mutual attraction</li> </ul>
Acclaim for Cinderella's Magical Wheelchair "An inspiring and exciting read for children of all ages and abilities. Finally here is a book which shows that wheelchair-mobile children can achieve anything. A clever, modern twist on this traditional and much loved story." --Joanne Smith, TV Producer, Terry Fox Hall of Fame inductee, Gemini Award winner "This strength-based present day Cinderella story reminds readers that everyone, including someone with a physical challenge, can have the experiences and relationships they hope to have. This Cinderella found that 'success was of her own making'. A must have for every school library and therapy office." --Theresa Fraser, M.A., Child Psychotherapist and Play Therapist, author of: Billy Had To Move "A wonderful, upbeat, modernized version of a familiar fairy tale. Cinderella's physical disability is taken in stride, and life goes on regardless. I loved it!" --Dr. Laurie Zelinger, Child Psychologist, author Please Explain Anxiety to Me "A magnificent modern-day Cinderella story teaching children of all ages--about creating one's own success, happiness, and positive self-image while embracing life's challenges." --Sherry Jones Mayo, RN, EMTP, NCCN, author Confessions of a Trauma Junkie Learn more at www.JewelKats.com From the Growing With Love Series at Loving Healing Press www.LovingHealing.com JUVENILE FICTION: SOCIAL ISSUES - SPECIAL NEEDS

Cinderella's Magical Wheelchair: An Empowering Fairy Tale (Growing with Love)

Children's Books

Fairy Tales, Folk Tales & Myths

Join Cinderella in a World Where Anything is Possible! In a Kingdom far, far away lives Cinderella. As expected, she slaves away for her cranky sisters and step-mother. She would dearly love to attend the Royal costume ball and meet the Prince, but her family is totally dead set against it. In fact, they have gone so far as to trash her wheelchair! An unexpected magical endowment to her wheelchair begins a truly enchanted evening and a dance with the Prince. Can true love be far behind?  This fairy tale demonstrates people with disabilities can overcome abuse Children with disabilities finally have a Cinderella story they can identify with In this version, Cinderella uses her own abilities to build a new future for herself The connection Cinderella and the Prince share illustrates love surges past mutual attraction  Acclaim for Cinderella's Magical Wheelchair "An inspiring and exciting read for children of all ages and abilities. Finally here is a book which shows that wheelchair-mobile children can achieve anything. A clever, modern twist on this traditional and much loved story." --Joanne Smith, TV Producer, Terry Fox Hall of Fame inductee, Gemini Award winner "This strength-based present day Cinderella story reminds readers that everyone, including someone with a physical challenge, can have the experiences and relationships they hope to have. This Cinderella found that 'success was of her own making'. A must have for every school library and therapy office." --Theresa Fraser, M.A., Child Psychotherapist and Play Therapist, author of: Billy Had To Move "A wonderful, upbeat, modernized version of a familiar fairy tale. Cinderella's physical disability is taken in stride, and life goes on regardless. I loved it!" --Dr. Laurie Zelinger, Child Psychologist, author Please Explain Anxiety to Me "A magnificent modern-day Cinderella story teaching children of all ages--about creating one's own success, happiness, and positive self-image while embracing life's challenges." --Sherry Jones Mayo, RN, EMTP, NCCN, author Confessions of a Trauma Junkie  Learn more at www.JewelKats.com From the Growing With Love Series at Loving Healing Press www.LovingHealing.com  JUVENILE FICTION: SOCIAL ISSUES - SPECIAL NEEDS    

A Mysterious Girl Puts the Future of a Kingdom in the Balance! One icy-cold winter night, everything changes: a young girl shows up at the king and new queen's castle doorstep wearing little more than a purple jacket and carrying a black pouch. The king recognizes the mystery girl's identity as the long-lost princess without her uttering even a single word. However, the new queen refuses to believe the king's claims. In turn, a devious plan is hatched... and, the results are quite fitting! This new twist on Hans Christen Andersen's The Princess and the Pea is surely to be loved by all fairy tale enthusiasts. The Princess and the Ruby: An Autism Fairy Tale adds to much-needed age-appropriate literature for girls with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Both fun and education are cleverly weaved in this magical tale, teaching children to be comfortable in their own skin and to respect the differences of others.  Acclaim for The Princess and the Ruby "As someone who has a couple of friends with Autistic kids, I understand the challenges these families have. This modern day twist on The Princess and the Pea not only shows how others judge something they do not understand, but how someone with Autism can see, feel and do things one might not expect." --V.S. Grenier, Mom's Choice Silver Honoree and award-winning author "The Princess and the Ruby is a heartwarming narrative; a tale that beautifully depicts several unique characterizations of Autism Spectrum Disorder. Jewel Kats has refreshingly shed light upon a daily struggle to redefine 'normalized behaviors', in an admirable effort to gain societal acceptance and respect." --Vanessa De Castro, Primary Residential Counselor with Autistic Youth Learn more at www.JewelKats.com Book #2 in the Fairy Ability Tales from Loving Healing Press JUV039150 Juvenile Fiction : Social Issues - Special Needs EDU026020 Education : Special Education - Learning Disabilities EDU026050 Education : Special Education - Social Disabilities

The Princess and the Ruby: An Autism Fairy Tale (Growing with Love)

Jewel at 33 is a Princess in her own right. She's a fun-loving, demanding Diva who loves to shop as much she loves to write. Jewel is the apple of everyone's eye--be it her doting family, her doctor for her never-ending bowel issues, her pushy book editor and especially her frugal husband's soft spot. So, what's Jewel 's weakness? Her pet dogs: Snowie and Dolly. Particularly, naughty Snowie who is known to pee wherever he fancies--including Dolly's face! For Jewel, her physical disability doesn't dampen her spirits. Rather, it enhances them. She gets to use an unusual fashion accessory (Imagine: A hot pink elbow crutch.) She gets out of doing housework. She gets carried up-and-down stairs like a Princess a la command. Jewel may be horribly messy, terrible with numbers and a workaholic, but nobody can imagine life without her. Not that she would let them, anyway! She has a big mouth, remember? About the Author Once a teen runaway, Jewel Kats is now a self-made Diva. Her closet is stuffed with fashion and beauty accessories.She's overcome sexual abuse, disabilities, you name it... Jewel interned in the TV studio of Entertainment Tonight Canada. She appeared in a documentary series by the Oprah Winfrey Network (Canada) in 2012. Learn more at www.DitzabledPrincess.com From Marvelous Spirit Press www.MarvelousSpirit.com

DitzAbled Princess: A Comical Diary Inspired by Real Life

Comics & Graphic Novels

Graphic Novels

Marvelous Spirit Press

A Mysterious Girl Puts the Future of a Kingdom in the Balance! One icy-cold winter night, everything changes: a young girl shows up at the king and new  queen's castle doorstep wearing little more than a purple jacket and carrying a black pouch.  The king recognizes the mystery girl's identity as the long-lost princess without her  uttering even a single word. However, the new queen refuses to believe the king's  claims. In turn, a devious plan is hatched... and, the results are quite fitting! This new twist on Hans Christen Andersen's The Princess and the Pea is surely to be loved by all fairy tale enthusiasts.  The Princess and the Ruby: An Autism Fairy Tale adds to much-needed age-appropriate literature for girls with Autism Spectrum Disorder.  Both fun and education are cleverly weaved in this magical tale, teaching children to be comfortable in their own skin and to respect the differences of others.  Acclaim for The Princess and the Ruby "As someone who has a couple of friends with Autistic kids, I understand the challenges these families have. This modern day twist on The Princess and the Pea not only shows how others judge something they do not understand, but how someone with Autism can see, feel and do things one might not expect." --V.S. Grenier, Mom's Choice Silver Honoree and award-winning author "The Princess and the Ruby is a heartwarming narrative; a tale that beautifully depicts several unique characterizations of Autism Spectrum Disorder.  Jewel Kats has refreshingly shed light upon a daily struggle to redefine 'normalized behaviors', in an admirable effort to gain societal acceptance and respect." --Vanessa De Castro, Primary Residential Counselor with Autistic Youth  Learn more at www.JewelKats.com Book #2 in the Fairy Ability Tales from Loving Healing Press  JUV039150 Juvenile Fiction : Social Issues - Special Needs EDU026020 Education : Special Education - Learning Disabilities EDU026050 Education : Special Education - Social Disabilities

The Princess and the Ruby: An Autism Fairy Tale (Fairy Ability Tales)

Medical Books

Medicine

The Princess Panda Tea Party: A Cerebral Palsy Fairy Tale (Fairy Ability Tales)

An enchanting story which shows girls that grace and courage come from within Michelle, age eight, has cerebral palsy and lives at an all-girls orphanage. She is often openly mocked by the other girls because of her need to use a walker for mobility. One day, she spends her hard-earned change for a toy stuffed panda at the local Salvation Army store. When opportunity strikes for the orphanage girls to compete, in manners and deportment, for the privilege of tea with the Queen of England, Michelle's enchanted panda comes to life and her world will never be the same! Readers of this story will <li>Gain an appreciation for people with disabilities </li>
<li>Discover the courage to go after their dreams </li>
<li>Learn how to treat guests with courtesy and warmth </li>
<li>See how preparation and practice are the keys to success </li>
<li>Learn the power of affirmations </li>
<li>Understand how generosity can change the world. Praise for The Princess Panda Tea Party "All children deserve a story they can picture themselves in, and the Princess Panda Tea Party is that story. This is not only a fairy tale for those with Cerebral Palsy, but also a reminder that everyone, regardless of ability, can harness their own amazing powers." --Lindsey Wiltse, Communications and Program Coordinator, Children's Neurobiological Solutions "In this moving and modern twist on an old fairytale, Jewel Kats takes us on a journey of endurance, acceptance, and strength. Putting her disability aside, Michelle finds a way to shine in an inspiring way." --Shaila Abdullah, author of My Friend Suhana: A Story of Friendship and Cerebral Palsy "The Princess Panda Tea Party weaves together the emotional pain of children faced with being different and the magical hopefulness of finding a way to step outside one's physical limitations and soar as a person. A good read for adults and children regardless of their position in life." Rick Ritter, MSW, author of Coping with Physical Loss and Disability Learn more at www.JewelKats.com Book #4 in the Fairy Ability Tales Series at Loving Healing Press Juvenile Fiction: Social Issues - Special Needs</li>

Growing Up & Facts of Life

Hansel & Gretel: A Fairy Tale with a Down Syndrome Twist (Fairy Ability Tales)

Hansel &amp; Gretel: A Fairy Tale with a Down Syndrome Twist is an enchanting tale about how kindness overcomes callousness and leads to a wondrous reward. This adaptation of the classic Grimms' tale includes the wicked witch and the poor siblings in search of food, but in this case, five-year-old Hansel is a mischievous, yet courageous, boy with Down syndrome. Young readers will learn that: <li>Children with Down syndrome are capable and can achieve extraordinary success with determination. </li>
<li>An act of kindness can transform people and the world. </li>
<li>Treating people like family can create a miracle. </li>
<li>People cannot be judged by appearance; a princess or a hero can be hidden within. </li>
<li>Facing a challenge can lead to unimagined rewards. "I love that this book addresses not only the low expectations that society has of kids with Down syndrome but that the Mother has as well. What a gifted author to see past the diagnosis and tell a magical story of potential and belief!" --Nancy Gianni, Founder &amp; Gigi's Mom, GiGi's Playhouse: Down Syndrome Achievement Centers "I find that Jewel Kat's message that someone's disability is not what makes a person, a great one. I like how she portrayed Hansel. He reminded me of my nephew who had Down syndrome-not only someone who was kind but also very smart. I believe it's a great book for every kid to read." --Janet McNevin, Museum of disABILITY History "Hansel shines as a courageous boy with incredible determination despite his challenges and succeeds in changing his family's circumstances. This story would help young readers look beyond disabilities and focus on the characters of those who have special needs. Claudia's breathtaking illustrations take this beloved tale to a whole new level. A must read for children of all ages." --Shaila Abdullah, author, My Friend Suhana: A Story of Friendship and Cerebral Palsy Learn more at www.JewelKats.com Book #5 in the Fairy Ability Tales Series Juvenile Fiction: Social Issues - Special Needs 
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Hansel and Gretel: A Fairy Tale with a Down Syndrome Twist (Fairy Ability Tales)

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Reena's Bollywood Dream: A Story about Sexual Abuse (Growing with Love)

Cinderella's Magical Wheelchair: An Empowering Fairy Tale (Growing with Love)

Cinderella's Magical Wheelchair: An Empowering Fairy Tale (Growing with Love)

The Princess and the Ruby: An Autism Fairy Tale (Growing with Love)

DitzAbled Princess: A Comical Diary Inspired by Real Life

The Princess and the Ruby: An Autism Fairy Tale (Fairy Ability Tales)

The Princess Panda Tea Party: A Cerebral Palsy Fairy Tale (Fairy Ability Tales)

The Princess Panda Tea Party: A Cerebral Palsy Fairy Tale (Fairy Ability Tales)

Hansel and Gretel: A Fairy Tale with a Down Syndrome Twist (Fairy Ability Tales)

Hansel & Gretel: A Fairy Tale with a Down Syndrome Twist (Fairy Ability Tales)