All of the teachers and staff at JB are patient and willing to take the extra time to make sure we, as parents, understand and are comfortable. 
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Author: Mary Thompson
Recommended Readers: Grades 1 through 5
Synopsis: This story is told from the perspective of Rosie, the protective sister of her autistic brother. Andy becomes preoccupied with spinning a frisbee and draws the attention of his classmate, Sarah. Rosie becomes fearful that Sarah will disrupt her brother and he will lose his composure. What follows is a sympathetic encounter as Rosie tenderly points out Andy’s differences in a way that promotes tolerance and kindness.
Author: Jennifer Elder
Recommended Readers: Grades 1 through 6
Synopsis: This inspiring book tells the story of a young boy with Asperger’s Syndrome who is introduced to famous artists, inventors, mathematicians and scientists – all autism heroes who have excelled amazingly in their field, yet struggled to fit in.
Author: Julia Finley Mosca
Illustrator: Daniel Rieley
Recommended Readers: Grades 1 through 5
Synopsis: As a young girl, Temple Grandin was diagnosed with autism. No one ever expected her to speak, let alone grow up to be a famous inventor and advocate. This true-life story details how Temple’s special way of thinking helped her connect with animals and change the way the world farms today.
Author: Julia Cook
Illustrator: Carrie Hartman
Recommended Readers: Grades 3 through 5
Synopsis: This is a great read and positive resource for families that include children who have ADHD. Written by an award-winning writer and counselor, this story follows Louis’s antics as he struggles to pay attention. His mom saves the day with hands-on tools he can use to help him focus.
Author: Karen Hesse
Illustrator: Robert Andrew Parker
Recommended Readers: Grades 3 through 5
Synopsis: Letters and numbers don’t make much sense to Juice, the middle child in a poor, rural family of six. She’d rather skip school. But when an important letter is delivered to the Faulstich family, someone has to read it to Ma and Pa.
Author: Holly Robinson Peete and Ryan Elizabeth Peete
Illustrator: Shane Evans
Recommended Readers: Grades 1 through 3
Synopsis: Callie has a special bond with her older brother, Charlie. He’s good at sports, playing piano and he has a special way with animals. There are also times where Charlie seems especially distant and quiet. Charlie has autism, but Callie is able to get his attention and encourage him to communicate, laugh and play. This story reinforces important values of tolerance, acceptance and togetherness.
Author: Jeanne Betancourt
Recommended Readers: Grades 3 through 5
Synopsis: Based on the author’s own experience, this book offers a sensitive portrayal of a child who begins to notice that he is different. Brian tries to prove to family and friends that he is not “dumb,” as he deals with the confusion and frustration of dyslexia and ultimately triumphs.
Author: Patricia Polacco
Illustrator: Patricia Polacco
Recommended Readers: Grades 3 through 5
Synopsis: This inspiring, real-life account of a young student who was a gifted artist and a special teacher who helps recognize her dyslexia. When Trisha jumbles numbers and letters, classmates tease her. But her teacher encourages her artistic talent and helps her overcome her reading disability.
Author: Roald Dahl
Recommended Readers: Grades 6 through 8
Synopsis: Written by acclaimed author, Roald Dahl, this story tells the tale of the parish’s new vicar who tries his best to cover his dyslexia. Hilarity ensues when the vicar transposes words. But it’s not funny to the vicar or the parish’s biggest benefactor. But thanks to town doctor, there is an interesting cure.
Author: Kari Dunn Buron
Illustrator: Kari Dunn Buron
Recommended Readers: Grades 3 through 5
Synopsis: This book encourages children who suffer with anxiety and sensory issues to identify and explore their feelings. And it offers simple self-calming strategies that are easy to practice – even in overwhelming, high-stress social situations.
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All of the teachers and staff at JB are patient and willing to take the extra time to make sure we, as parents, understand and are comfortable.
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Julie Billiart Schools gave us hope after our daughter was diagnosed with a learning disability. At JB, she thrived in the small classes, received necessary therapies, and developed the self-confidence to ask for help when she needed it.
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Julie Billiart Schools has helped my child become a better version of himself. The teachers and therapists at JB really know and understand how to reach children who learn differently.
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My kids love everything about JB and look forward to going to school every day and seeing their friends and teachers. JB is truly a one of a kind school enriching young lives everyday.
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They have all the resources necessary, specialized to the individual learning of each child, and the heart that goes with it. I don't think we would have stayed in Ohio if it wasn't for JB!
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I don’t think I will ever be able to put into words how grateful I am that you saw my daughter for all that she is today and all that she is yet to become.
Tammie Sommer