I AM, YOU ARE: LET'S TALK ABOUT DISABILITY, INDIVIDUALITY AND EMPOWERMENT
I Am, You Are is a powerful, practical book to help children and adults have meaningful discussions about disability and ableism.
This book was written by disability activist Ashley Harris Whaley to support children, parents, teachers and carers, by explaining what disability is and why it should be celebrated.
Fully-illustrated throughout by talented illustrator and advocacy campaigner Ananya Rao-Middleton, I Am, You Are is aimed at children aged four and above.
Containing explanations on key words and concepts written in child-friendly, accessible language, with relatable examples, this book supports children's understanding in building an anti-ableist stance from an early age.
It is perfect to read at home, and in classrooms, to support your child's life-long learning journey.
Edad recomendada: A partir de 8 años.
HARRIS WHALEY ASHLEY
Ashley Harris Whaley nació en Estados Unidos y es autora, activista y educadora en temas de discapacidad. Se formó como patóloga del habla y lenguaje y ha trabajado en programas de apoyo y educación para personas con discapacidad. Es directora de programas para adultos en la Cerebral Palsy Foundation y fundadora de la plataforma Disability Reframed, dedicada a cambiar perspectivas mediante la educación y el diálogo. Ha escrito artículos en medios como Refinery29 y TripAdvisor y se desempeña como conferencista y consultora. En 2023 publicó su primer libro infantil y en 2024 lanzó I Am, You Are: Let's Talk about Disability, Individuality and Empowerment, dirigido a niños y familias para fomentar conversaciones inclusivas sobre la discapacidad.
