International Day of People with Disability - December 3rd

International Day of People with Disability (December 3) is an international observance promoted by the United Nations since 1992. It has been celebrated with varying degrees of success around the planet. The observance of the Day aims to promote an understanding of disability issues and mobilize support for the dignity, rights and well-being of persons with disabilities. It also seeks to increase awareness of gains to be derived from the integration of persons with disabilities in every aspect of political, social, economic and cultural life. This blog serves to highlight books that not only portray young adult characters living with a disability, but also to highlight characters who have infinite courage, dignity and determination. Hopefully anyone reading a sample of these books will come away with a feeling of wonder at the adaptability of the human condition.