Onika Wants to Help

Name: Onika Wants to Help
ISBN: 9781947541436

by Jo Meserve Mach, Vera Lynne Stroup-Rentier

Publisher

Finding My Way Books

Publication

Jan 10, 2022

Format

Hardback

Illustrated

Price

23.99

Dimensions

8 x 8 in

ISBN

9781947541436

Pages

Age

6 - 9 years

Rights Sold

🌍 World Wide Rights Available

Description

Four friends share how their lives changed after the Rainbow School was built in their village. When young, their families kept them hidden because of their disabilities. For the first time, they may attend school. Onika’s story celebrates a powerful message of inclusion.

Awards & Endorsements

Review

"Before the opening of Rainbow School, the society was totally ignorant about these children. Parents were hiding their disabled children in their homes."
- Mr. Elly Mntangi, Lushoto businessman "Stories are magic. Good stories change lives and cultures. "Finding My Way Books" are spectacular story resources that feature youth and adults, living inclusive lives..."
- Jack Pearpoint, Executive Director Inclusion Press; Marsha Forest Centre

Author(s)

Jo Meserve Mach

Jo Meserve Mach spent 36 years as an Occupational Therapist. She is very passionate about sharing the stories of children with special needs. Jo embraces the joy that individuals with disabilities bring to our communities through their unique gifts.

Vera Lynne Stroup-Rentier

Vera Lynne Stroup-Rentier worked professionally in Early Childhood and Special Education programming for 25 years. She has a PhD in Special Education from the University of Kansas and is currently working at Westat. Vera is passionate about the inclusion of every child in settings where they would be if they did not have a disability. Parenting two children with special needs enriches her life.