Different is beautiful. In a world that celebrates sameness, being different can leave a special needs child with many questions Is there anyone else like me? - Where do I belong?" - Is it OK if I don't look, think, or act like those around me? The Wonderful Way You Are is a beautifully illustrated book based on real special needs children with a diverse range of conditions and disabilities, including: Cerebral Palsy - Cystic Fibrosis - Gorlin Syndrome - G-Tube - Hearing Aids - Autism - Limb Difference - Wheel Chairs/Mobility Aids Unlike books that focus on a single condition, this book offers a diversity of both abilities and ethnicities, making it a helpful resource for conversations about inclusion and difference, which is helpful for children of all abilities. When special needs children know they are wonderful, not despite their differences, but because of them, it equips them to not just survive, but thrive. Every child deserves to feel fully loved, fully seen, and fully known. •••••••••••••••••••••••••••• I like every part of you. I'll shout it near and far and tell the world I love you the wonderful way you are. What parents are saying about The Wonderful Way You Are: “The book is amazing. I love how well you captured the unique things that make our children special. I recognized the spectrum child who is just like my son right away! Thank you for this book!” Laura S. “Beautiful. Such a touching tribute to a mother’s love and dreams for her child who is born knowing what her struggle/gift will be. This reminds me of Love You Forever or the Giving Tree books, where the parent and child can experience it in such a different way. It is moving from both perspectives.” Meredith W. “I just loved how much your words encouraged confidence. Confidence to live out a life of special needs and confidence to respond in a caring way to special needs.” Jessie S. Sarah Elizabeth Brooks is a special needs mom to a warrior princess and three fantastic sons. When she's not writing or recording music, you can find her dodging Mt. Laundry to sneak away with a cup of hot tea, some dark chocolate, and a good book.