ReadAbilities Publishing House Ltd. – Celebrating Neurodiversity in Children’s Literature
Samantha Clusiau-Lawlor and Renée Tessier, two long-time friends from Ottawa, are on a mission to fill a crucial gap in children’s literature. As the co-founders and authors behind ReadAbilities Publishing House Ltd., they noticed a significant lack of books featuring neurodiverse characters. Determined to make a difference, they set out to create a series of books that not only educate children and families about neurodiversity but also help remove any stigma associated with it.
Samantha and Renée aim to create a space where neurodiversity is not only accepted but also embraced. By featuring neurodiverse characters in their books, they hope to promote understanding and empathy among young readers.
We noticed that existing children’s books often focus on the differences of neurodivergent characters. We wanted to create a series of books that treat neurodivergence as a normal part of life, reflecting how these children and characters interact with the world and how others interact with them.
Samantha and Renée
Their first book, “Adventure with Moose,” introduces readers to a curious character with autism who embarks on a journey to play in the park. Through Moose’s eyes, children will discover a unique perspective on the world and learn to appreciate the beauty in everything around them.
As they continue their journey with ReadAbilities, Samantha and Renée remain committed to creating books that not only entertain but also educate and inspire. With their passion for storytelling and their dedication to promoting neurodiversity, they are truly making a difference, one book at a time.
Thank you Samantha and Renée for providing us with our copy of Adventure With Moose to review and gift to Asland Academyto share with this preschoolers and we will be update this post with their feedback shortly! We look also look forward to sharing other neurdivergent resources soon – in the meantime, be sure to check out the amazing Rainbow Mosho who is a neurodivergent teen artist, author, speaker and inspiration of many other teens and youth.
This story is sponsored by TEACHING THROUGH STORIES & SONGS
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