Leah's Voice

by Lori DeMonia

Overview

Leah’s Voice is a story that touches on the difficulties children encounter when they meet a child with special needs such as autism. Children who have a brother or sister with special needs may find it difficult to explain to their friends, or feel disappointed when their friends aren't more understanding. Leah's Voice tells the story of two sisters facing these challenges. Through her kindness and devotion, one sister teaches by example the importance of including everyone and showing acceptance.

2014 Dr. Temple Grandin Outstanding Literary Work of the Year Award
  Presented by the Autism Society
Mom's Choice Award Winner
New York Book Festival 2013 Honorable Mention Award
Readers' Favorite Book Award Finalist 2013
London Book Festival 2013 Honorable Mention Award

Product Details

BN ID:	2940015594058
Publisher:	Halo Publishing International
Publication date:	10/09/2012
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	28
File size:	5 MB
Age Range:	9 - 12 Years

About the Author

Lori is the recipient of the 2014 Temple Grandin Outstanding Literary Work of the Year Award for her book, Leah's Voice. The Autism Society presents this award to books that positively affect the life of an individual or family member impacted by autism.

Her articles have been published in Spectrums Magazine, The Autism Notebook Magazine, SEN Magazine, Autism Matters Ontario, Autism World Magazine, Autism Parenting Magazine, and Autism Spectrum Quarterly.

She serves as a parent consultant with PEAC - The Pennsylvania Education for All Coalition, an organization that supports inclusive classroom placement for special needs children. She also serves on the Walnut Street Theater's education advisory board located in Philadelphia, PA. She has worked as a Behavioral Health TSS for 9 years.