Eliza Hull

I can't see summer, but it's clear in my mind. I hear it, I feel it, in my heart all the time. This incredibly accessible Australian picture book is a groundbreaking collaboration between Nas Campanella, the National Disability Affairs Reporter for ABC News, and writer, musician and disability advocate, Eliza Hull OAM, gorgeously illustrated by the award-winning Sophie Beer. All the Ways I See is a joyful, lyrical story about a day at the beach from a blind child's perspective as she experiences the baking heat, the sticky sand, the hum of the ocean, the smell of hot chips and the splash of the waves. This book has been designed with blind, low vision, D/deaf and/or hard of hearing audiences in mind, as well as families who are looking for stories about mindfulness and living in the moment. Innovative accessibility features include easy-to-turn pages with rounded corners, textured elements for a tactile experience, a link to access audio and sign language interpreted readings and a link to order a braille translation produced by Braille House. Perfect for: - All young children and families, with accessibility features for those who are blind, low vision, D/deaf or hard of hearing - Anyone wanting an experience of summery sensory delight, mindfulness, gratitude and being in the moment - Fostering empathy, resilience and a sense of wonder

From the award-winning creators of Come Over to My House comes this light-hearted picture book about accessibility and disability, and two kids who are inspired to build a better world. Carla and Sam want to play together, but there’s nowhere in their neighbourhood that’s accessible to them both! That is, until Carla and Sam put their heads together to dream up a place where all kids can play together, and a wonderful new space is born. This fun, child-centred romp through a local neighbourhood belies a powerful picture book about accessibility, and what it truly means to be disabled. With Sally Rippin’s characteristic lightness of touch and Eliza Hull’s depth of knowledge, this appealing story demonstrates the social model of disability; namely, that people are disabled not by their own bodies, but by their environments. It’s a powerful lens through which to talk about and understand why accessibility is an issue for everyone. Accolades for Come Over to My House: ? WINNER of the DANZ Award for Picture Books (Diversity in Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand) ? WINNER of ‘Best Conversation Starter’ category in the 2023 Bookstagang Picture Book Awards ? SHORTLISTED as a Children's Book Council of Australia (CBCA) Notable Book for Early Childhood ? SHORTLISTED for the Panda Book Awards ? SHORTLISTED for the Speech Pathology Australia 2023 Book of the Year Awards ? Best Picture Book of the Year (2022) as voted by Readings Staff

Come Over To My House is a delightful picture book that explores the home lives of children and parents who are Deaf or disabled. Co-written by disability advocate Eliza Hull and bestselling author Sally Rippin, the inclusive rhyming text authentically explores the characters' various disabilities. A cast of friendly characters invite friends over for a play - there's fun to be had, food to eat and families to meet Come over to my house. Come over and play I'll show you around, you can stay the whole day. We'll swing on the swing-set and splash in the pool. Then I'll race you inside where my bedroom is cool. Featuring a gorgeous die-cut cover, bright illustrations and a diverse cast, this is a must-read for all families. - The perfect book to start a conversation about disability and inclusion with parents, care-givers and children. - Inclusive text normalizes rather than emphasizes the characters' various disabilities. Disabilities are often only shown in the illustrations, not spelt out in the text. This allows the characters' personality to shine brighter than their difference. - The bouncy rhyming text is a joy to read out loud. - Sally Rippin's books have sold over 10m copies globally (across Australia, New Zealand and the US). - The story falls under three Bright Light pillars: bodies, diversity and character.

A delightful picture book that explores the home life of children and parents who are d/Deaf or disabled.