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"Waylen has autism. He is constantly challenged in how to communicate and participate, but he loves to drum. He always will tell his mom, ""I want to go drumming."" Waylen is fortunate to have an incredibly supportive mother and extended family, which allows him to participate in a community program. Because of Waylen's strong interest and this support, he is successful on the drumline. This success has started to change his life. Drumming is an extracurricular activity that could link to many opportunities as he ages. He feels like he belongs when he is drumming. Someday he will be drumming in his school band and maybe he will become a member of a world-famous rhythm and blues band. By sharing his story, we celebrate Waylen's many strengths and abilities. ""It's a great book about believing in yourself and never losing sight of your dreams. Great book for reading aloud with your students. You'll be rooting for Waylen from beginning to end."" -Dr. Marquis Grant"

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Stories are magic. Good stories change lives and cultures. Finding My Way Books are spectacular story resources that feature youth and adults living inclusive lives. Beautifully illustrated with photographs and delightfully presented for kids and adults alike. The teaching guides are thoughtful and doable. A great resource for every family and classroom. Jack Pearpoint Inclusion Press; Marsha Forest Centre www.inclusion.com Stories are magic. Good stories change lives and cultures. Finding My Way Books are spectacular story resources that feature youth and adults living inclusive lives. Beautifully illustrated with photographs and delightfully presented for kids and adults alike. The teaching guides are thoughtful and doable. A great resource for every family and classroom. Jack Pearpoint Inclusion Press; Marsha Forest Centre www.inclusion.com

Stories are magic. Good stories change lives and cultures. Finding My Way Books are spectacular story resources that feature youth and adults living inclusive lives. Beautifully illustrated with photographs and delightfully presented for kids and adults alike. The teaching guides are thoughtful and doable. A great resource for every family and classroom. Jack Pearpoint Inclusion Press; Marsha Forest Centre www.inclusion.com

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"Jo Meserve Mach (author) spent 36 years as an Occupational Therapist. She is very passionate about sharing the stories of children with special needs. Jo embraces the joy that individuals with disabilities bring to our communities through their unique gifts. Jo is the cofounder of Finding My Way Books, which offers tools to help children without disabilities realize that children with disabilities are kids just like them. Readers and teachers love her books, which they describe as ""great,"" ""fabulous,"" which ""showcase how a person with a disability can be a mentor to others,"" and ""make the teachable moments and situations perfect for young students."" They are recommended for parents, teachers, elementary school libraries, homeschoolers, and anyone who wants a more just and inclusive world. Vera Lynne Stroup-Rentier worked professionally in Early Childhood and Special Education programming for 25 years. She has a PhD in Special Education from the University of Kansas and is currently working at Westat. Vera is passionate about the inclusion of every child in settings where they would be if they did not have a disability. Parenting two children with special needs enriches her life. Mary Birdsell is a professional photographer and a former Speech and Theatre teacher. She strives to create images that reflect the strengths of each child. Mary's background in education, theatre and photography intersects as she visually creates our books. She uses colors and shapes to tell a story. For her, each book is like its own theatre production."

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