Akron Public Library

Despite the differences between people around the world, there are similarities that join us together, such as pain, joy, and love.

When Josey reflects on how her hair makes her feel different, Dad helps her understand that our differences are what make us special, as we are all God's work of art.

In his bestselling memoir, Look Me in the Eye, the author described growing up with Asperger's syndrome at a time when the diagnosis didn't exist. He was intelligent but socially isolated; his talents won him jobs with toy makers and rock bands but did little to endear him to authority figures and classmates, who were put off by his inclination to blurt out non sequiturs and avoid eye contact. By the time he was diagnosed at age forty, he had already...

Two dogs are opposite in every way but are the very best of friends.

A twist on the classic game of Rock Paper Scissors, this story celebrates the differences that make three friends unique. The ninja, the cowboy and the bear do everything together. But when a contest among themselves leads to resentment, they soon learn that the only way to stop disagreeing is to be considerate of their differences and appreciate one another.

"In this tender, beautiful letter to his daughters, President Barack Obama has written a moving tribute to thirteen groundbreaking Americans and the ideals that have shaped our nation. From the artistry of Georgia O'Keeffe, to the courage of Jackie Robinson, to the patriotism of George Washington, President Obama sees the traits of these heroes within his own children, and within all of America's children"--Book jacket.

"When Mabel has a big idea and Maddie faces a big challenge, the sisters know they'll succeed together. But how long will it take? Who gets to decide? If you don't get it the first time, how many times do you try again? From a risky big idea to learning to ride a bike, the sisters are there for each other through failures and frustration, together for the wait as well as the reward"- -Back cover.

A little white owl earns the friendship of the more colorful owls he has discovered by entertaining them with beautiful stories.

A boy and a robot strike up a friendship despite their differences.