Books for Teens & Adults with Special Needs:
But you don’t look autistic at all by Bianca Toeps (2020)
God’s Wild Flowers: Saints with Disabilities by Pia Matthews (2016)
In Our Own Words: Stories of those living with, learning from and overcoming the challenges of psychogenic non-epileptic seizures (PNES) by Lorna Myers Ph.D and Mary Martiros M.Ed. (2015)
Living with Addison’s Disease: A Guide for People with Addison’s, Supporters, and Professionals by Professor Simon Pearce and Sarah Spain (2019)
Overcomer: Rising Above the Challenges of Poland Syndrome by Melissa Amaya (2015)
Psychogenic Non-Epileptic Seizures: A Guide by Lorna Meyers Ph.D. (2014)
Psychogenic Nonepileptic Seizures: Toward the Integration of Care by Barbara A. Dworetzky (2017)
Psychogenic Nonepileptic Seizures Recovery: Not All People Suffering From PNES Also Are Epileptic: Books On Psychogenic Nonepileptic Seizures by Nicola Howerton (2021)
Saints for the Sick: Heavenly Help for Those Who Suffer by Joan Carroll Cruz (2010)
SPASM: Living a Life with Cerebral Palsy by Kerry Coe (2020)
Special Saints for Special People: Stories of Saints with Disabilities by Megan C. Gannon (2019)
The Challenges Of PNES: Stories Of How Psychogenic Non-Epileptic Seizures Change Your Life: Short Story On Mental Health by Dino Mainville
View From The Floor: Psychogenic Non-Epileptic Seizures: A Patient’s Perspective by Kate Berger (2015)
For the Blind:
Daily Meditation ESV Children Bible Player-English Standard Version Kids Audio Bible Drama (with Rechargeable Battery, Charger, and Built-in Speaker) by Daily Meditation Store
Daily Meditation 1 KJV Dramatized Audio Bible Player – King James Version Electronic Bible (with Rechargeable Battery, Charger, Ear Buds and Built-in Speaker) by Daily Meditation Store
Daily Meditation 1 NRSV Catholic Edition Audio Bible Player- New Revised Standard Version Electronic Bible (with Rechargeable Battery, Charger, Ear Buds and Built-in Speaker) by Daily Meditation Store
GoBible Traveler Digital Audio Bible- New Revised Standard Version, Catholic Edition by GoBible
GoBible Traveler – New International Version by GoBible LLC
NKJV Audio Bible Player – MegaVoice Companion by Digital Bible Society
Original GoBible – Catholic Version by GoBible LLC
Roman Catholic Bible in Original Contracted Braille (Catholic Word of God in Normal Grade 2 Braille) by braillebookstore.com
Roman Cathol Bible in Original Uncontracted Braille (The Catholic Word of God in Grade 1 Braille) by braillebookstore.com
Roman Catholic Bible in Unified English Braille Catholic Word of God in New UEB Braille by braillebookstore.com
Talking Bible – Electronic Holy Bible Audio Player in English for Seniors, Kids and The Blind, Solar Powered, ESV (English Standard Version), Black by Talking Bible Store
Talking Bible – Electronic Holy Bible Audio Player in English for Seniors, Kids and The Blind, Battery Powered, KJV (King James Version), Black by Talking Bible Store
The Word of Promise Audio Bible: New King James Version by Carl Amari
White Portable Rechargeable Electronic Audio Bible Blayer 8G NIV Version with Praise Poetry and Sermon by Jomohoon
Wonder Bible KJV- The Talking Audio Bible Player (King James Version) New & Old Testament by Wonder Bible
Wonder Bible NIV- The Talking Audio Bible Player (New International Version) by Wonder Bible
For the Visually Challenged:
ESV Super Giant Print Bible (TruTone, Black) by ESV Bibles by Crossway (2018)
Hands-Free Magnifying Glass Large Full-Page Rectangular 3X Magnifier LED Lighted Illuminated Foldable Desktop Portable for Elder Kids by JUOIFIP
MagniPros 3X Large Ultra Bright LED Page Magnifier with 12 Anti-Glare Dimmable LEDs(Evenly Lit Viewing Area & Relieve Eye Strain)-Ideal for Reading Small Prints & Low Vision Seniors with Aging Eyes by MagniPros See Things Differently Store
[Rechargeable] 3X Large Ultra Bright LED Page Magnifier with 12 Anti-Glare Dimmable LEDs (More Evenly Lit Viewing Area & Relieve Eye Strain)-Ideal for Reading Small Prints & Low Vision by MagniPros See Things Differently Store
The Gospel According to Luke (Large, 18 font Print): Douay-Rheims Bible (Catholic) (Large Print New Testament (Catholic) (Volume 3) by St. Luke (2017)
The Gospel According to Mark (Large, 18 font Print): Douay-Rheims Bible (Catholic) by St. Mark (2017)
The Gospel According to Matthew (Large, 18 font Print): Douay-Rheims Bible (Catholic) by St. Matthew and Richard Challoner (2016)
For the Intellectually Challenged:
Picture Book of Catholic Hymns: For Seniors with Dementia| Large Print Dementia Activity Book for Seniors by The Word Evangelical Ministries and Mountain Top Books (2020)
The Picture Book of Bible Verses: A Gift Book for Alzheimer’s Patients and Seniors with Dementia (Picture Books) by Sunny Street Books (2019)
The Picture Book of Hymns: A Gift Book for Alzheimer’s Patients and Seniors with Dementia (Picture Books) by Sunny Street Books (2019)
The Picture Book of Psalms: A Gift Book for Alzheimer’s Patients and Seniors with Dementia (Picture Books) by Sunny Street Books (2020)
Word Search Bible Puzzle Book- Psalms and Hymns: Puzzles for People with Dementia [With Text] (Large Print) by Mighty Oak Books
Books that include references to/or practices of the Catholic faith and Catholic values are in bold.
Educators & Ministry Leaders:
Autism and Your Church: Nurturing the Spiritual Growth of People with Autism Spectrum Disorder by Barbara J. Newman (2011)
Be Opened!: The Catholic Church and Deaf Culture by Lana Portolano and Marlana Portolano (2020)
Deaf Diaspora: The Third Wave of Deaf Ministry by Bob Ayres (2004)
Developmental Disabilities and Sacramental Access by Edward Foley (2020)
Disability and the Church: A Vision for Diversity and Inclusion by Lamar Hardwick (2021)
Every Child Welcome: A Ministry Handbook for Including Kids with Special Needs by Katie Wetherbee and Jolene Philo (2015)
Guide to Deaf Ministry by DeAnn Sampley (1990)
Handbook for Adaptive Catechesis: Serving Those with Special Needs by Michele Chronister MA (2012)
Helping Kids Include Kids with Disabilities by Barbara J. Newman (2012)
How to Reach and Teach Children with ADD/ADHD: Practical Techniques, Strategies, and Interventions by Sandra F. Rief
How to Welcome, Include, and Catechize Children with Autism and Other Special Needs: A Parish-Based Approach by Lawrence R. Sutton (2013)
Including People with Disabilities in Faith Communities: A Guide for Service Providers, Families, and Congregations by Erik W. Carter (2007)
LAMB: Inclusive Participation Assessment Tool: Language, Accessibility, Meaningful Participation, Belonging by National Catholic Participation on Disability (2021)
Leading a Special Needs Ministry by Amy Fenton Lee (2016)
Religious Education of the Deaf: Proceedings of the International Catholic Conference on Religion Education of the Deaf, Dublin July 1971 by International Catholic Conference on Religious Education of the Deaf, S.J.L. Van Eijndhoven and J. Van Eijndhoven
Reaching Out to Children With FAS/FAE: A Handbook for Teachers, Counselors, and Parents Who Live and Work With Children Affected by Fetal Alcohol Syndrome by Diane Davis (1994)
Signs of Love: A Guide for Deaf Ministry by Lori Buck (2014)
Speaking of Disability: Pastoral Guidelines on Language by National Catholic Partnership on Disability (2021)
Special Catechisms for Special Kids: Teaching Autistic Children About God by Caroline Weerstra (2011)
Special Needs Ministry for Children: Creating a Welcoming Place for Families Whose Children Have Special Needs by Group Publishing (2012)
Speech, Language, and Hearing Disorders: A Guide for the Teacher by Barbara J. Hall, Herbert J. Oyer, and William H. Haas (2000)
Start with Hello: Introducing Your Church to Special Needs Ministry by Kate Brueck (2015)
Taking the Lift to Heaven: The Pocket Guide to Adaptive Ministry in Your Catholic Parish by Michele E. Chronister (2016)
Teaching Students with Autism in a Catholic Setting by Lawrence R. Sutton Ph.D. (2020)
Teaching Students with Learning Disabilities: A Step-by-Step Guide for Educators by Roger Pierangelo and George A. Giuliani (2008)
The Adaptive Teacher: Faith-Based Strategies to Reach and Teach Learners with Disabilities by Charleen Katra and John Barone (2019)
The Child with Autism Learns about Faith: 15 Ready-to-Use Scripture Lessons, from the Garden of Eden to the Parting of the Red Sea by Kathy Labosh (2011)
The Gospel Preached by the Deaf: Proceedings of a Conference about Deaf Liberation Theology held at the Faculty of Theology of the Catholic University…May 19, 2003 by M. Broesterhuizen (2007)
The Way God Teaches: Catechesis and the Divine Pedagogy by Joseph D. White (2014)
‘Us’ not ‘Them’: Disability and Catholic Theology and Social Teaching by Justin Glyn (2019)
Free Articles for Educators & Ministry Leaders:
Adolescence and Autism by Dr. Lawrence Sutton (loyolapress.com)
An Enabled Discipleship: Strategies for Working with Children with Motor Impairments or Orthopedic Disabilities by loyolapress.com
Discipleship Training: Strategies for Working With Children With Behavior Disorders by loyolapress.com
Five Tips for Teaching Children with Autism by Dr. Lawrence Sutton (loyolapress.com)
Included in Discipleship: Strategies for Working with Children Who Are Developmentally Challenged by loyolapress.com
Invisible Needs of Beautiful Minds: Strategies for Working With Children With Hearing Impairments by loyolapres.com
Making Bright Eyes Brighter: Strategies for Working With Visually Impaired Children by loyolapress.com
Raising the Spiritual Voice: Strategies for Working with Children Who Have Communication or Speech Impairments by loyolapress.com
Ready, Set, Learn!: Strategies for Working With Children With Attention Disorders by loyolapress.com
Teaching Children with Autism and Other Disabilities to Attend Mass by Anne Masters (Archdiocese of Newark)
The Gifts of the Gifted: Strategies for Working with Gifted Children by loyolapress.com
Tools for Ministry by loyolapress.com
Why Church Is a Burden for Special Needs Parents {And What You Can Do About It} by Sheri Dacon (2014)
Books for Children:
Brandon and the Bipolar Bear: A Story for Children with Bipolar Disorder (Revised Edition) by Tracy Anglada (2004)
Busted! (Series: Left Behind–The Kids #7) by Jerry B. Jenkins and Tim LaHaye (braillebookstore.com)
Death Strike (Series: Left Behind–The Kids #8) by Jerry B. Jenkins and Tim LaHaye (braillebookstore.com)
Extraordinary! A Book for Children with Rare Diseases by Evren Ayik and Kara Ayik (2021)
Facing the Future (Series: Left Behind–The Kids #4) by Jerry B. Jenkins and Tim LaHaye (braillebookstore.com)
I Have Diabetes: A Children’s Book About Juvenile Diabetes (Little Life Lesson Books) by Karri Andersen (2012)
Just Like Jesus by Max Lucado (braillebookstore.com)
Just Like Me! A Book About a Girl with a Rare Disease by Anne Rugari (2018)
Let’s Learn with Teddy about Epilepsy by Dr. Yvonne Zelenka (2008)
Mommy, I Feel Funny! A Child’s Experience with Epilepsy by Danielle M. Rocheford (2009)
Nicolae High (Series: Left Behind–The Kids #5) by Jerry B. Jenkins and Tim LaHaye (braillebookstore.com)
Parables for Kids (Eight Contemporary Stories Based on Best-Loved Bible Parables) by Danae Dobson and James C. Dobson (braillebookstore.com)
Second Chance (Series: Left Behind–The Kids #2) by Jerry B. Jenkins and Tim LaHaye (braillebookstore.com)
Sign and Say: 36 Bible Verses for Children by Daphna Lee Flegal (2012)
Some Days: A Tale of Love, Ice Cream, and My Mom’s Chronic Illness by Julie A. Stamm (2021)
SPINAbilities: A Young Person’s Guide to Spina Bifida by Marlene Lutkenhoff and Sonya G. Oppenheimer (1997)
Taking Diabetes to School (Special Kids in Schools Series) by Kim Gosselin (2004)
Taking Seizure Disorders to School: A Story About Epilepsy (Special Kids in School) by Kim Gosselin (1996)
The abilities in me: Spina Bifida by Gemma Keir (2020)
The Asperkid’s (Secret) Book of Social Rules: The Handbook of Not-So-Obvious Social Guidelines for Tweens and Teens With Asperger Syndrome by Jennifer Cook O’Toole (2012)
The Children’s Wonder Bible Stories & Songs- The Talking Audio Bible Player for Kids by Wonder Bible
The Social Survival Guide for Teens on the Autism Spectrum: How to Make Friends and Navigate Your Emotion by Lindsey Sterling PhD (2020)
The Underground (Series: Left Behind–The Kids #6) by Jerry B. Jenkins and Tim LaHaye (braillebookstore.com)
The Vanishings (Series: Left Behind–The Kids #1) by Jerry B. Jenkins and Tim LaHaye (braillebookstore.com)
The Way I am is Different: A Children’s Book about a Boy with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder by Helen Simpson (2018)
Through the Flames (Series: Left Behind–The Kids #3) by Jerry B. Jenkins and Tim LaHaye (braillebookstore.com)
Why Did God Make Me Like This? by Emily A. Weaver (2020)
Xander’s Cerebral Palsy Superpowers (One Three Nine Inspired) by Lori Yarborough (2020)
Books for Tweens (Ages 9-11):
Because of Mr. Terupt by Rob Buyea (2011)
Chocolate Fever by Robert Kimmel Smith (1972)
Counting by 7s by Holly Goldberg Sloan (2013)
Esperanza Rising by Pam Muñoz Ryan (2000)
Everything on a Waffle by Polly Horvath (2001)
Ghost by Jason Reynolds (2016)
Harriet the Spy by Louise Fitzhugh (1964)
Holes by Louis Sachar (1998)
Kira-Kira by Cynthia Kadohata (2004)
Loser by Jerry Spinelli (2002)
Maniac Magee by Jerry Spinelli (1990)
Onion John by Joseph Krumgold (1959)
Out of My Mind by Sharon M. Draper (2012)
Rules by Cynthia Lord (2008)
The Egypt Game by Zilpha Keatley Snyder (1967)
The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett (1911)
The View from Saturday by E. L. Konigsburg (1996)
Wonder by R.J. Palacio (2012)
Books that include references to/or practices of the Catholic faith and Catholic values are in bold.
Books for Parents & Adults:
A Different Dream for My Child: Meditations for Parents of Critically or Chronically Ill Children by Jolene Philo (2009)
A Miracle Named Mark: The True Story of Mark J. Hublar by Gregory S. Hublar (Down Syndrome, 2021)
A Parent’s Guide to High-Functioning Autism Spectrum Disorder, Second Edition: How to Meet the Challenges and Help Your Child Thrive by Sally Ozonoff, Geraldine Dawson, and James C. McPartland (2014)
Adrenal Insufficiency 101: A Patient’s Guide to Managing Adrenal Insufficiency by Winslow E. Dixon and Adrenal Alternatives Foundation
Awakening at Lourdes: How an Unanswered Prayer Healed Our Family and Restored Our Faith by Christy Wilkens (2021)
Baby Sign Language Made Easy: 101 Signs to Start Communicating with Your Child Now by Lane Rebelo (2018)
Better Than Ok: Finding Joy as Special-Needs Parent by Kelly Mantoan (2021)
Beyond the Diagnosis: The Path to Thriving as a Special Needs Parent by Amy Mattson (2019)
Bible Promises for Parents of Children with Special Needs by Amy E. Mason (2017)
Borderline Personality Disorder in Adolescents, 2nd Edition: What To Do When Your Teen Has BPD: A Complete Guide for Families by Blaise Aguirre (2014)
Childhood Speech, Language, and Listening Problems by Patricia McAleer Hamaguchi (2010)
Children With Cerebral Palsy: A Parents’ Guide by Elaine Geralis (1991)
Children With Spina Bifida: A Parent’s Guide (The Special Needs Collection) by Marlene Lutkenhoff (1999)
Children with Tourette Syndrome: A Parents’ Guide by Tracy Lynne Marsh (1992)
Couriers of Grace: My Daughter, the Sacraments, and a Surprising Walk of Faith by Nancy Jo Sullivan (Down Syndrome, 2017)
30 Days to Your Special Needs Trust: A Quick-Start Guide to Your Special-Needs Estate Plan by Rob Wrubel CFP (2020)
Down, Looking Up: Eric’s World of Living Within the Confines of Cerebral Palsy by Connie Rubsamen (2021)
Down Syndrome Parenting 101: Must-Have Advice for Making Your Life Easier by Natalie Hale (2011)
Eli’s Reach: On the Value of Human Life and the Power of Prayer by Chad Judice (2017)
Embracing This Special Life: Learning To Flourish as Mother of a Child with Special Needs by Jenn Soehnlin (2018)
Freeing Your Child from Anxiety: Powerful, Practical Solutions to Overcome Your Child’s Fears, Worries, and Phobias by Tamar Chanksy Ph.D. (2004)
Special Children, Blessed Fathers: Encouragement for Fathers of Children with Special Needs by Randy Hain (2015)
Epilepsy Journal for Children: Easily Track Your Child’s Seizures, Medications, Triggers, & Side Effects by Medjournal Essentials (2019)
Fetal Alcohol Syndrome: A Guide for Families and Communities by Ann Streissguth (1997)
Faith, Family, and Children with Special Needs: How Catholic Parents and Their Kids with Special Needs Can Develop a Richer Spiritual Life by David Rizzo (2012)
Growing With Eli: Our Journey into Life and Light by Chad Judice (2018)
Half A Brain: Confessions of a Special Needs Mom by Jenni Basch (2020)
Held: Learning to Live in God’s Grip: A Bible Study for Special-Needs Parents by Sandra Peoples and Lee Peoples Jr. (2013)
Help! My Child Has Dyslexia: A Practical Guide for Parents by Sandra Peoples and Lee Peoples Jr. (2013)
How to Nourish Your Child Through an Eating Disorder: A Simple, Plate-by-Plate Approach to Rebuilding a Healthy Relationship with Food by Casey Crosbie and Wendy Sterling (2018)
If Your Adolescent Has Schizophrenia: An Essential Resource for Parents (Adolescent Mental Health Initiative) by Raquel E. Gur and Ann Braden Johnson (2006)
In a Different Key: The Story of Autism by John Donvan and Caren Zucker (2016)
In A Split Second: Living in the World With Cerebral Palsy by Kyle N. Scott (2021)
Inflammatory and Autoimmune Disorders of the Nervous System in Children (2010)
Just One of the Kids: Raising a Resilient Family When One of Your Children Has a Physical Disability (A Johns Hopkins Press Health Book) by Kay Harris Kriegsman and Sara Palmer (2013)
Living and Learning with Blind Children: A Guide for Parents and Teachers of Visually Impaired Children by Felicity Harrison and Mary Crow (1993)
My Child Has Autism: A Handbook for Parents and Professionals (second edition) by Dr. Adrienne Robek (2017)
Oppositional, Defiant & Disruptive Children and Adolescents: Non-Medication Approaches for the Most Challenging ODD Behaviors by Scott Walls (2016)
Overcoming Autism: Finding the Answers, Strategies, and Hope That Can Transform a Child’s Life by Lynn Kern Koegel Ph.D. and Claire LaZebnik (2004)
Parenting a Child Who Has Intense Emotions: Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills to Help Your Child Regulate Emotional Outbursts and Aggressive Behavior by Pat Harvey (2009)
Parenting Children With ADHD: 10 Lessons That Medicine Cannot Teach by Dr. Vincent J. Monastra Ph.D. (2005)
Parenting Children With Health Issues: Essential Tools, Tips, and Tactics for Raising Kids With Chronic Illness, Medical Conditions, and Special Healthcare Needs by Lisa C. Greene and Foster W. Cline (2007)
Parenting Your Child with Autism: Practical Solutions, Strategies, and Advice for Helping Your Family by Anjali Sastry and Blaise Aguirre (2012)
Parent’s Guide to Eating Disorders: Supporting Self-Esteem, Healthy Easting, and Positive Body Image at Home by Marcia Herrin Nancy Matsumoto (2007)
Pediatric Psychogenic Non-Epileptic Seizures: A Treatment Guide by Sigita Plioplys, Julia Doss, Rochelle Caplan, Jana E. Jones (2017)
Psychogenic Non-Epileptic Seizures: A Guide by Lorna Meyers Ph.D. (2014)
Psychogenic Nonepileptic Seizures: Toward the Integration of Care by Barbara A. Dworetzky (2017)
Psychogenic Nonepileptic Seizures Recovery: Not All People Suffering From PNES Also Are Epileptic: Books On Psychogenic Nonepileptic Seizures by Nicola Howerton (2021)
Praying for Your Special Needs Child by David Rizzo and Mercedes Rizzo (2018)
Raising Boys with ADHD: Secrets for Parenting Healthy, Happy Sons by Mary Anne Richey (2012)
Raising the Perfectly Imperfect Child: Facing the Challenge by Boris Vujicic (2016)
Reach Out and Teach: Helping Your Child Who Is Visually Impaired Learn and Grow by Kay Alicyn Ferrell (2011)
Seizures and Epilepsy in Childhood: A Guide for Parents by Diana J. Pillas, Eileen P.G. Vining, and John M. Freeman (1990)
Sharing Love Abundantly in Special Needs Families: The 5 Love Languages® for Parents Raising Children with Disabilities by Gary Chapman and Jolene Philo (2019)
Short-Term Memory Difficulties in Children: A Practical Resource by Joanne Rudland (2017)
Special Children, Blessed Fathers: Encouragement for Fathers of Children with Special Needs by Randy Hain (2015)
Spiritually Able: A Parent’s Guide to Teaching the Faith to Children with Special Needs by David Rizzo and Mercedes McBride Rizzo (2015)
Stop Walking on Eggshells: Taking Your Life Back When Someone You Care About Has Borderline Personality Disorder by Randi Kreger and Paul T. Mason (1998)
Supporting the Highly Sensitive Child: Making Sense of Meltdowns (A Nutshell Guide) by James Willams and Lucy Skye
Surviving Schizophrenia, 7th Edition: A Family Manual by E. Fuller Torrey (2019)
The Bipolar Child: The Definitive and Reassuring Guide to Childhood’s Most Misunderstood Disorder, Third Edition by Demitri Papolos (2007)
The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide, Third Edition: What You and Your Family Need to Know by David J. Miklowitz (2012)
The Bipolar Teen: What You Can Do to Help Your Child and Your Family by David J. Miklowitz and Elizabeth Levergood George (2007)
The Cerebral Palsy Tool Kit: From Diagnosis to Understanding by Michele P. Shusterman (2015)
The Challenges Of PNES: Stories Of How Psychogenic Non-Epileptic Seizures Change Your Life: Short Story On Mental Health by Dino Mainville
The Highly Sensitive Child: Helping Our Children Thrive When the World Overwhelms Them by Elaine Aron (2002)
The Life We Never Expected: Hopeful Reflections on Challenges of Parenting Children with Special Needs by Andrew Wilson and Rachel Wilson (2016)
The Parent’s Guide to Speech and Language Problems by Debbie Feit (2007)
The Reason I Jump: The Inner Voice of a Thirteen-Year-Old Boy with Autism by Naoki Higashida (2007)
The Spiritual Art of Raising Children with Disabilities by Kathleen Deyer Bolduc (2014)
The Type 1 Life: A Road Map for Parents of Children with Newly Diagnosed Type 1 Diabetes by Jessica Freeman (2018)
The Uncontrollable Child: Understand and Manage Your Child’s Disruptive Moods with Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills by Matis Miller LCSW (2021)
101 Tips for Parents of Kids with Diabetes: Wisdom for Families With Type 1 by Jeff Hitchcock (2016)
Turn Autism Around: An Action Guide for Parents of Young Children with Early Signs of Autism by Mary Lynch Barbera Ph.D. (2021)
Unbroken Faith: Spiritual Recovery for the Special Needs Parent by Diane Dokko Kim (2018)
Understanding Bipolar Disorder: The Essential Family Guide by Diane Dokko Kim (2018)
Understanding Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder: A Guide to FASD Parents, Carers, and Professionals by Maria Catterick (2014)
Understanding the Highly Sensitive Child: Seeing an Overwhelming World Through Their Eyes (A Nutshell Guide) by James Williams (2015)
Up, Not Down Syndrome: Uplifting Lessons Learned from Raising a Son with Trisomy 21 by Nancy M. Schwartz (2019)
View From The Floor: Psychogenic Non-Epileptic Seizures: A Patient’s Perspective by Kate Berger (2015)
Waiting for Eli: A Father’s Journey from Fear to Faith by Chad Judice (2010)
What God Had Emptied: How I Found Hope in my Children’s Diagnoses by Kathryn Anne Casey (2022)
What To Do About Your Brain Injured Child by Glenn Doman (2005)
What will happen to my Special Needs Child when I am gone: A Detailed Guide to Secure Your Child’s Emotional and Financial Future by Susan Jules (2020)
What Your ADHD Child Wishes You Knew: Working Together to Empower Kids for Success in School and Life by Dr. Sharone Saline (2018)
When Your Child Has a Chronic Medical Illness: A Guide for the Parenting Journey by Frank J. Sileo Ph.D. and Carol S. Potter MFT (2021)
When Your Child Has an Eating Disorder: A Step-by-Step Workbook for Parents and Other Caregivers by Abigail H. Natenshon (1999)
When Your Child Has…Dyslexia: Get the Right Diagnosis, Understand Treatment Options, and Help Your Child Learn by Abigail Marshall and Vincent Iannelli (2019)
When Your Child Has Lyme Disease: A Parent’s Survival Guide by Sandra K. Barenbaum and Dorothy Kupcha Leland (2015)
When Your Child Is Deaf: A Guide for Parents by Antonia Maxon and David Luterman (1991)
When Your Daughter Has BPD: Essential Skills to Help Families Managed Borderline Personality Disorder by Daniel S. Lobel (2017)
When Your Teen Has an Eating Disorder: Practical Strategies to Help Your Teen Recover from Anorexia, Bulimia, and Binge Eating by Lauren Muhlheim (2018)
When Your Child Hurts: Effective Strategies to Increase Comfort, Reduce Stress, and Break the Cycle of Chronic Pain (Yale University Press Health & Wellness) by Rachael Coakley (2016)
Your Child with Inflammatory Bowel Disease: A Family Guide for Caregiving by Hepatology and Nutrition North American Society for Pediatric Gastroenterology (2017)
Free Articles for Parents:
A Prayer for Moms of Children with Special Needs by Rachel Wojo (Rooted Family.com, 2015)
How Our Daughter Has Affected Our Spirituality by David and Mercedes Rizzo (loyolapress.com)
How to Celebrate Mass with a Child with Special Needs by loyolapress.com
Praying For Your Special Needs Child by Nicole Johnson (Catholic Mom, 2018)
The Struggles and Unexpected Blessings of Special-Needs Kids by Jim Graves (The Catholic World Report)
6 Tips for Mass with a Special-Needs Child by Ginny Kochis (Catholic Mom, 2017)
Tough love: The challenges of parenting special needs children by Kristin Peterson (U.S. Catholic, 2009)
Your Special Needs Child is No Angel by Kerri Lynn Bishop (Catholic Stand, 2017)
What Is Your Barrier by David and Mercedes Rizzo (loyolapress.com)
What Parents of a Child with Special Needs Would Tell a Parish Audience by David and Mercedes Rizzo (loyolapress.com)
What Parents Want Catechetical Leaders to Know by David and Mercedes Rizzo (loyolapress.com
Special Needs:
Video: How to Sign the Hail Mary (Loyola Press, 2012)
Video: How to Sign the Act of Contrition (Loyola Press, 2012)
Video: Learn How to Sign the Word Faithful (ASL Teaching Resources, 2015)
Video: Out of the Shadows: Disabilities and the Church (America-Jesuit Review, 2016)
Video: A Winning Season: Catholic Social Services and Catholic High School Students (Catholic Philly, 2018)
Video: Catechesis for Children with Special Needs (Ave Maria Press, 2017)
Special Needs:
Video: How to Sign the Hail Mary (Loyola Press, 2012)
Video: How to Sign the Act of Contrition (Loyola Press, 2012)
Video: Learn How to Sign the Word Faithful (ASL Teaching Resources, 2015)
Video: Out of the Shadows: Disabilities and the Church (America-Jesuit Review, 2016)
Video: A Winning Season: Catholic Social Services and Catholic High School Students (Catholic Philly, 2018)
Video: Catechesis for Children with Special Needs (Ave Maria Press, 2017)
Books for Parents:
A Different Dream for My Child: Meditations for Parents of Critically or Chronically Ill Children by Jolene Philo (2009)
A Parent’s Guide to High-Functioning Autism Spectrum Disorder, Second Edition: How to Meet the Challenges and Help Your Child Thrive by Sally Ozonoff, Geraldine Dawson, and James C. McPartland (2014)
Baby Sign Language Made Easy: 101 Signs to Start Communicating with Your Child Now by Lane Rebelo (2018)
Bible Promises for Parents of Children with Special Needs by Amy E. Mason (2017)
Borderline Personality Disorder in Adolescents, 2nd Edition: What To Do When Your Teen Has BPD: A Complete Guide for Families by Blaise Aguirre (2014)
But you don’t look autistic at all by Bianca Toeps (2020)
Children With Cerebral Palsy: A Parents’ Guide by Elaine Geralis (1991)
Children With Spina Bifida: A Parent’s Guide (The Special Needs Collection) by Marlene Lutkenhoff (1999)
30 Days to Your Special Needs Trust: A Quick-Start Guide to Your Special-Needs Estate Plan by Rob Wrubel CFP (2020)
Down Syndrome Parenting 101: Must-Have Advice for Making Your Life Easier by Natalie Hale (2011)
Epilepsy Journal for Children: Easily Track Your Child’s Seizures, Medications, Triggers, & Side Effects by Medjournal Essentials (2019)
Faith, Family, and Children with Special Needs: How Catholic Parents and Their Kids with Special Needs Can Develop a Richer Spiritual Life by David Rizzo (2012)
Held: Learning to Live in God’s Grip: A Bible Study for Special-Needs Parents by Sandra Peoples and Lee Peoples Jr. (2013)
Help! My Child Has Dyslexia: A Practical Guide for Parents by Sandra Peoples and Lee Peoples Jr. (2013)
How to Nourish Your Child Through an Eating Disorder: A Simple, Plate-by-Plate Approach to Rebuilding a Healthy Relationship with Food by Casey Crosbie and Wendy Sterling (2018)
If Your Adolescent Has Schizophrenia: An Essential Resource for Parents (Adolescent Mental Health Initiative) by Raquel E. Gur and Ann Braden Johnson (2006)
Inflammatory and Autoimmune Disorders of the Nervous System in Children (2010)
Just One of the Kids: Raising a Resilient Family When One of Your Children Has a Physical Disability (A Johns Hopkins Press Health Book) by Kay Harris Kriegsman and Sara Palmer (2013)
Living and Learning with Blind Children: A Guide for Parents and Teachers of Visually Impaired Children by Felicity Harrison and Mary Crow (1993)
My Child Has Autism: A Handbook for Parents and Professionals (second edition) by Dr. Adrienne Robek (2017)
Oppositional, Defiant & Disruptive Children and Adolescents: Non-Medication Approaches for the Most Challenging ODD Behaviors by Scott Walls (2016)
Overcomer: Rising Above the Challenges of Poland Syndrome by Melissa Amaya (2015)
Overcoming Autism: Finding the Answers, Strategies, and Hope That Can Transform a Child’s Life by Lynn Kern Koegel Ph.D. and Claire LaZebnik (2004)
Parenting Children With ADHD: 10 Lessons That Medicine Cannot Teach by Dr. Vincent J. Monastra Ph.D. (2005)
Parenting Children With Health Issues: Essential Tools, Tips, and Tactics for Raising Kids With Chronic Illness, Medical Conditions, and Special Healthcare Needs by Lisa C. Greene and Foster W. Cline (2007)
Parenting Your Child with Autism: Practical Solutions, Strategies, and Advice for Helping Your Family by Anjali Sastry and Blaise Aguirre (2012)
Parent’s Guide to Eating Disorders: Supporting Self-Esteem, Healthy Easting, and Positive Body Image at Home by Marcia Herrin Nancy Matsumoto (2007)
Praying for Your Special Needs Child by David Rizzo and Mercedes Rizzo (2018)
Raising Boys with ADHD: Secrets for Parenting Healthy, Happy Sons by Mary Anne Richey (2012)
Raising the Perfectly Imperfect Child: Facing the Challenge by Boris Vujicic (2016)
Reach Out and Teach: Helping Your Child Who Is Visually Impaired Learn and Grow by Kay Alicyn Ferrell (2011)
Seizures and Epilepsy in Childhood: A Guide for Parents by Diana J. Pillas, Eileen P.G. Vining, and John M. Freeman (1990)
Sharing Love Abundantly in Special Needs Families: The 5 Love Languages® for Parents Raising Children with Disabilities by Gary Chapman and Jolene Philo (2019)
Special Children, Blessed Fathers: Encouragement for Fathers of Children with Special Needs by Randy Hain (2015)
Spiritually Able: A Parent’s Guide to Teaching the Faith to Children with Special Needs by David Rizzo and Mercedes McBride Rizzo (2015)
Stop Walking on Eggshells: Taking Your Life Back When Someone You Care About Has Borderline Personality Disorder by Randi Kreger and Paul T. Mason (1998)
Surviving Schizophrenia, 7th Edition: A Family Manual by E. Fuller Torrey (2019)
The Bipolar Child: The Definitive and Reassuring Guide to Childhood’s Most Misunderstood Disorder, Third Edition by Demitri Papolos (2007)
The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide, Third Edition: What You and Your Family Need to Know by David J. Miklowitz (2012)
The Bipolar Teen: What You Can Do to Help Your Child and Your Family by David J. Miklowitz and Elizabeth Levergood George (2007)
The Highly Sensitive Child: Helping Our Children Thrive When the World Overwhelms Them by Elaine Aron (2002)
The Reason I Jump: The Inner Voice of a Thirteen-Year-Old Boy with Autism by Naoki Higashida (2007)
The Type 1 Life: A Road Map for Parents of Children with Newly Diagnosed Type 1 Diabetes by Jessica Freeman (2018)
The Uncontrollable Child: Understand and Manage Your Child’s Disruptive Moods with Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills by Matis Miller LCSW (2021)
101 Tips for Parents of Kids with Diabetes: Wisdom for Families With Type 1 by Jeff Hitchcock (2016)
Turn Autism Around: An Action Guide for Parents of Young Children with Early Signs of Autism by Mary Lynch Barbera Ph.D. (2021)
Unbroken Faith: Spiritual Recovery for the Special Needs Parent by Diane Dokko Kim (2018)
Understanding Bipolar Disorder: The Essential Family Guide by Diane Dokko Kim (2018)
Up, Not Down Syndrome: Uplifting Lessons Learned from Raising a Son with Trisomy 21 by Nancy M. Schwartz (2019)
What will happen to my Special Needs Child when I am gone: A Detailed Guide to Secure Your Child’s Emotional and Financial Future by Susan Jules (2020)
What Your ADHD Child Wishes You Knew: Working Together to Empower Kids for Success in School and Life by Dr. Sharone Saline (2018)
When Your Child Has a Chronic Medical Illness: A Guide for the Parenting Journey by Frank J. Sileo Ph.D. and Carol S. Potter MFT (2021)
When Your Child Has an Eating Disorder: A Step-by-Step Workbook for Parents and Other Caregivers by Abigail H. Natenshon (1999)
When Your Child Has…Dyslexia: Get the Right Diagnosis, Understand Treatment Options, and Help Your Child Learn by Abigail Marshall and Vincent Iannelli (2019)
When Your Child Is Deaf: A Guide for Parents by Antonia Maxon and David Luterman (1991)
When Your Daughter Has BPD: Essential Skills to Help Families Managed Borderline Personality Disorder by Daniel S. Lobel (2017)
When Your Teen Has an Eating Disorder: Practical Strategies to Help Your Teen Recover from Anorexia, Bulimia, and Binge Eating by Lauren Muhlheim (2018)
When Your Child Hurts: Effective Strategies to Increase Comfort, Reduce Stress, and Break the Cycle of Chronic Pain (Yale University Press Health & Wellness) by Rachael Coakley (2016)
Free Articles for Parents:
A Prayer for Moms of Children with Special Needs by Rachel Wojo (Rooted Family.com, 2015)
How Our Daughter Has Affected Our Spirituality by David and Mercedes Rizzo (loyolapress.com)
How to Celebrate Mass with a Child with Special Needs by loyolapress.com
Praying For Your Special Needs Child by Nicole Johnson (Catholic Mom, 2018)
The Struggles and Unexpected Blessings of Special-Needs Kids by Jim Graves (The Catholic World Report)
6 Tips for Mass with a Special-Needs Child by Ginny Kochis (Catholic Mom, 2017)
Tough love: The challenges of parenting special needs children by Kristin Peterson (U.S. Catholic, 2009)
Your Special Needs Child is No Angel by Kerri Lynn Bishop (Catholic Stand, 2017)
What Is Your Barrier by David and Mercedes Rizzo (loyolapress.com)
What Parents of a Child with Special Needs Would Tell a Parish Audience by David and Mercedes Rizzo (loyolapress.com)
What Parents Want Catechetical Leaders to Know by David and Mercedes Rizzo (loyolapress.com)
For Educators & Ministry Leaders:
Autism and Your Church: Nurturing the Spiritual Growth of People with Autism Spectrum Disorder by Barbara J. Newman (2011)
Deaf Diaspora: The Third Wave of Deaf Ministry by Bob Ayres (2004)
Disability and the Church: A Vision for Diversity and Inclusion by Lamar Hardwick (2021)
Every Child Welcome: A Ministry Handbook for Including Kids with Special Needs by Katie Wetherbee and Jolene Philo (2015)
Guide to Deaf Ministry by DeAnn Sampley (1990)
Handbook for Adaptive Catechesis: Serving Those with Special Needs by Michele Chronister MA (2012)
Helping Kids Include Kids with Disabilities by Barbara J. Newman (2012)
How to Welcome, Include, and Catechize Children with Autism and Other Special Needs: A Parish-Based Approach by Lawrence R. Sutton (2013)
Including People with Disabilities in Faith Communities: A Guide for Service Providers, Families, and Congregations by Erik W. Carter (2007)
Leading a Special Needs Ministry by Amy Fenton Lee (2016)
Signs of Love: A Guide for Deaf Ministry by Lori Buck (2014)
Special Catechisms for Special Kids: Teaching Autistic Children About God by Caroline Weerstra (2011)
Special Needs Ministry for Children: Creating a Welcoming Place for Families Whose Children Have Special Needs by Group Publishing (2012)
Start with Hello: Introducing Your Church to Special Needs Ministry by Kate Brueck (2015)
Taking the Lift to Heaven: The Pocket Guide to Adaptive Ministry in Your Catholic Parish by Michele E. Chronister (2016)
Teaching Students with Autism in a Catholic Setting by Lawrence R. Sutton Ph.D. (2020)
The Adaptive Teacher: Faith-Based Strategies to Reach and Teach Learners with Disabilities by Charleen Katra and John Barone (2019)
Free Articles for Educators & Ministry Leaders:
Adolescence and Autism by Dr. Lawrence Sutton (loyolapress.com)
An Enabled Discipleship: Strategies for Working with Children with Motor Impairments or Orthopedic Disabilities by loyolapress.com
Discipleship Training: Strategies for Working With Children With Behavior Disorders by loyolapress.com
Five Tips for Teaching Children with Autism by Dr. Lawrence Sutton (loyolapress.com)
Included in Discipleship: Strategies for Working with Children Who Are Developmentally Challenged by loyolapress.com
Invisible Needs of Beautiful Minds: Strategies for Working With Children With Hearing Impairments by loyolapres.com
Making Bright Eyes Brighter: Strategies for Working With Visually Impaired Children by loyolapress.com
Raising the Spiritual Voice: Strategies for Working with Children Who Have Communication or Speech Impairments by loyolapress.com
Ready, Set, Learn!: Strategies for Working With Children With Attention Disorders by loyolapress.com
Teaching Children with Autism and Other Disabilities to Attend Mass by Anne Masters (Archdiocese of Newark)
The Gifts of the Gifted: Strategies for Working with Gifted Children by loyolapress.com
Tools for Ministry by loyolapress.com
Why Church Is a Burden for Special Needs Parents {And What You Can Do About It} by Sheri Dacon (2014)