Freddy's No Fun?: Understanding Differences: Mobility

On the first day of school the Katt family kittens meet Freddy who is in a wheelchair and cannot join in their games. Is Freddy no fun or does he have talents of his own?

FREDDY'S NO FUN? is the third in a series of books about understanding differences. It furthers the exploration of differences and how to foster inclusion. This book tells the story of FREDDY, a kitten in a wheelchair, who is thought to be no fun because he cannot participate in standard games. In getting to know him, the other kittens discover that he has hidden talents. It includes a series of questions for teachers and parents to help encourage discussion about understanding differences. PATTI THE PEST, the second in the series, concerns hearing. MONTY THE MENACE, the first in the series, concerns vision and won a Gold Mom's Choice Award for Children's Books.

“Freddy's No Fun? reminds us of the importance of inclusiveness and friendship. We all have strengths and challenges. Lonna Baum looks beyond Freddy’s disability and demonstrates his abilities and worth as a friend.” - Deborah Sedore, P.T. for 45 years, Lead Physical Therapist (ret.), Walk the Line Recovery Therapy

“Understanding that ALL children are different creates respect for and the celebration of diversity. Lonna Baum’s engaging, amusing and profound book draws the reader into her lovable characters and enlightens and instructs parents, teachers and children alike about the critical importance of identifying and working with every child’s unique strengths and challenges.”  - Robert J. Broudo, M.Ed. / President and Headmaster, Landmark School