Ryan Rae Harbuck (61 results)

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Paperback. Condition: Good. Her story has (not) defined her. From where she sat, her perspective of the world was both quite ordinary and rivetingly extraordinary-from a paralyzing car accident in her teens to traveling overseas on a journey of self-reflection to becoming a mom. Throughout everything she experienced, she fervently believed in following her given path. She wanted to trust its trajectory. She wanted to be sure. Her story is not about a chair. Her story is about her strengths and how they rose out of her instinctive vulnerabilities. Her story is about her struggles and how they became her victories. Her story is about being willing to hold it all, for herself and the whole of her world. Everyone has a chair. That thing you are bound to or unwillingly defines you. An element that makes you different from the rest. One that you have little choice in the matter. What's YOUR chair.…

paperback. Condition: Very Good. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. A copy that has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Lee, Barry (illustrator).

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Lee, Barry (illustrator).

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Paperback. Condition: New. "Focused on a child's shifting self-image, it's a complex exploration of autonomy, identity, and support" - Publishers WeeklyA bold story of self-discoveryVo wanted to believe that if she were a chair, she could change the world.She wanted to believe that she could choose that path for herself.Vo is a thinker and a creator and knows that she doesn't want a grumpy grown-up job. She wants to change the world, and she knows just how she's going to do it. "When I grow up I want to be a chair!" Vo proclaims. Others don't understand. Why would she want to be sat on? Where would she sleep? Who would want to be a chair?Vo believes her chair makes her world a better place, so being a chair will make the whole world even better, right? When Vo faces the path ahead of her, she can see that there may be more to her wish than she ever understood. Join Vo as she discovers that just one part of her identity doesn't have to define her whole future, but it does give her the power to be so much more.Lively text written by Ryan Rae Harbuck, who wrote the award-winning and critically acclaimed adult memoir of the same name about her experience becoming a wheelchair user as a teenager after a car accident.Vibrant, quirky art illustrated by debut picture book illustrator Barry Lee who draws on their own experience of living with a disability.Representation of lived experience using a mobility device told through the eyes of Vo, a unique, unforgettable character. Lee, Barry (illustrator).…

Paperback. Condition: New. "Focused on a child's shifting self-image, it's a complex exploration of autonomy, identity, and support" - Publishers WeeklyA bold story of self-discoveryVo wanted to believe that if she were a chair, she could change the world.She wanted to believe that she could choose that path for herself.Vo is a thinker and a creator and knows that she doesn't want a grumpy grown-up job. She wants to change the world, and she knows just how she's going to do it. "When I grow up I want to be a chair!" Vo proclaims. Others don't understand. Why would she want to be sat on? Where would she sleep? Who would want to be a chair?Vo believes her chair makes her world a better place, so being a chair will make the whole world even better, right? When Vo faces the path ahead of her, she can see that there may be more to her wish than she ever understood. Join Vo as she discovers that just one part of her identity doesn't have to define her whole future, but it does give her the power to be so much more.Lively text written by Ryan Rae Harbuck, who wrote the award-winning and critically acclaimed adult memoir of the same name about her experience becoming a wheelchair user as a teenager after a car accident.Vibrant, quirky art illustrated by debut picture book illustrator Barry Lee who draws on their own experience of living with a disability.Representation of lived experience using a mobility device told through the eyes of Vo, a unique, unforgettable character. Lee, Barry (illustrator).…

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Lee, Barry (illustrator).

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Vo knows that when she grows up, she doesn't want a grumpy grown-up job. She wants to change the world, and she knows just how she's going to do it. When I grow up I want to be a chair! she proclaims. Join Vo as she discovers that one part of her identity doesn't have to define her whole future, but it does give her power to be so much more. A bold story of self-discovery. Vo wanted to believe that if she were a chair, she could change the world. She wanted to believe that she could choose that path for herself. Vo is a thinker and a creator and knows that she doesn't want a grumpy grown-up job. She wants to change the world, and she knows just how she's going to do it. When I grow up I want to be a chair! Vo proclaims. Others don't understand. Why would she want to be sat on? Where would she sleep? Who would want to be a chair? Vo believes her chair makes her world a better place, so being a chair will make the whole world even better, right? When Vo faces the path ahead of her, she can see that there may be more to her wish than she ever understood. Join Vo as she discovers that just one part of her identity doesn't have to define her whole future, but it does give her the power to be so much more. . Lively text written by Ryan Rae Harbuck, who wrote the award-winning and critically acclaimed adult memoir of the same name about her experience becoming a wheelchair user as a teenager after a car accident. . Vibrant, quirky art illustrated by debut picture book illustrator Barry Lee who draws on their own experience of living with a disability. . Representation of lived experience using a mobility device told through the eyes of Vo, a unique, unforgettable character. AGES: 6 to 8 AUTHOR: Ryan Rae Harbuck's award-winning debut memoir When I Grow Up I Want to Be a Chair offers a keen look into her life after a spinal cord injury in her teens made her a wheelchair user. She's on a mission to change the narrative of disability, one word at a time. Born and raised in Denver, Colorado, USA, Ryan has been a teacher, coach, and a mentor, but likes being Mom the most. Barry Lee is an illustrator and writer based in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. They love using a bright palette and fun shapes to create characters that tell meaningful stories rooted in collective care and freedom. Beyond making art, Barry loves cooking, being in community with others, and stargazing among the trees. SELLING POINTS: . DISABILITY REPRESENTATION: Centers the experience of a child who uses a mobility device. . AUTHENTIC: Created by an author and illustrator who draw on their own experiences of living with a disability. . MULTILAYERED: Lively text and vibrant art add layered meaning>to a self-discovery story. . AUTHOR: Written by Ryan Rae Harbuck, whose adult memoir of the same name, When I Grow Up I Want to Be a Chair won the Silver 2024 Nautilus Book Award and has been critically acclaimed by Publishers Weekly. . SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL LEARNING: Strong messages about individuality, introspection, family systems, and human diversity. Vo knows that when she grows up, she doesnt want a grumpy grown-up job. She wants to change the world, and she knows just how shes going to do it. When I grow up I want to be a chair! she proclaims. Join Vo as she discovers that one part of her identity doesnt have to define her whole future, but it does give her power to be so much more. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Lee, Barry (illustrator).…

Condition: New. Lee, Barry (illustrator).

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Lee, Barry (illustrator).

Condition: New. Lee, Barry (illustrator).

Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. Vo knows that when she grows up, she doesn't want a grumpy grown-up job. She wants to change the world, and she knows just how she's going to do it. When I grow up I want to be a chair! she proclaims. Join Vo as she discovers that one part of her identity doesn't have to define her whole future, but it does give her power to be so much more. A bold story of self-discovery. Vo wanted to believe that if she were a chair, she could change the world. She wanted to believe that she could choose that path for herself. Vo is a thinker and a creator and knows that she doesn't want a grumpy grown-up job. She wants to change the world, and she knows just how she's going to do it. When I grow up I want to be a chair! Vo proclaims. Others don't understand. Why would she want to be sat on? Where would she sleep? Who would want to be a chair? Vo believes her chair makes her world a better place, so being a chair will make the whole world even better, right? When Vo faces the path ahead of her, she can see that there may be more to her wish than she ever understood. Join Vo as she discovers that just one part of her identity doesn't have to define her whole future, but it does give her the power to be so much more. . Lively text written by Ryan Rae Harbuck, who wrote the award-winning and critically acclaimed adult memoir of the same name about her experience becoming a wheelchair user as a teenager after a car accident. . Vibrant, quirky art illustrated by debut picture book illustrator Barry Lee who draws on their own experience of living with a disability. . Representation of lived experience using a mobility device told through the eyes of Vo, a unique, unforgettable character. AGES: 6 to 8 AUTHOR: Ryan Rae Harbuck's award-winning debut memoir When I Grow Up I Want to Be a Chair offers a keen look into her life after a spinal cord injury in her teens made her a wheelchair user. She's on a mission to change the narrative of disability, one word at a time. Born and raised in Denver, Colorado, USA, Ryan has been a teacher, coach, and a mentor, but likes being Mom the most. Barry Lee is an illustrator and writer based in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. They love using a bright palette and fun shapes to create characters that tell meaningful stories rooted in collective care and freedom. Beyond making art, Barry loves cooking, being in community with others, and stargazing among the trees. SELLING POINTS: . DISABILITY REPRESENTATION: Centers the experience of a child who uses a mobility device. . AUTHENTIC: Created by an author and illustrator who draw on their own experiences of living with a disability. . MULTILAYERED: Lively text and vibrant art add layered meaning>to a self-discovery story. . AUTHOR: Written by Ryan Rae Harbuck, whose adult memoir of the same name, When I Grow Up I Want to Be a Chair won the Silver 2024 Nautilus Book Award and has been critically acclaimed by Publishers Weekly. . SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL LEARNING: Strong messages about individuality, introspection, family systems, and human diversity. Vo knows that when she grows up, she doesnt want a grumpy grown-up job. She wants to change the world, and she knows just how shes going to do it. When I grow up I want to be a chair! she proclaims. Join Vo as she discovers that one part of her identity doesnt have to define her whole future, but it does give her power to be so much more. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Lee, Barry (illustrator).…

Hardback. Condition: New. "Focused on a child's shifting self-image, it's a complex exploration of autonomy, identity, and support" - Publishers WeeklyA bold story of self-discoveryVo wanted to believe that if she were a chair, she could change the world.She wanted to believe that she could choose that path for herself.Vo is a thinker and a creator and knows that she doesn't want a grumpy grown-up job. She wants to change the world, and she knows just how she's going to do it. "When I grow up I want to be a chair!" Vo proclaims. Others don't understand. Why would she want to be sat on? Where would she sleep? Who would want to be a chair?Vo believes her chair makes her world a better place, so being a chair will make the whole world even better, right? When Vo faces the path ahead of her, she can see that there may be more to her wish than she ever understood. Join Vo as she discovers that just one part of her identity doesn't have to define her whole future, but it does give her the power to be so much more.Lively text written by Ryan Rae Harbuck, who wrote the award-winning and critically acclaimed adult memoir of the same name about her experience becoming a wheelchair user as a teenager after a car accident.Vibrant, quirky art illustrated by debut picture book illustrator Barry Lee who draws on their own experience of living with a disability.Representation of lived experience using a mobility device told through the eyes of Vo, a unique, unforgettable character. Lee, Barry (illustrator).…

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition. Lee, Barry (illustrator).

Condition: new. Lee, Barry (illustrator).

Hardback. Condition: Very Good. "Focused on a child?s shifting self-image, it?s a complex exploration of autonomy, identity, and support" ? Publishers WeeklyA bold story of self-discoveryVo wanted to believe that if she were a chair, she could change the world.She wanted to believe that she could choose that path for herself.Vo is a thinker and a creator and knows that she doesn't want a grumpy grown-up job. She wants to change the world, and she knows just how she?s going to do it. ?When I grow up I want to be a chair!? Vo proclaims. Others don?t understand. Why would she want to be sat on? Where would she sleep? Who would want to be a chair?Vo believes her chair makes her world a better place, so being a chair will make the whole world even better, right? When Vo faces the path ahead of her, she can see that there may be more to her wish than she ever understood. Join Vo as she discovers that just one part of her identity doesn?t have to define her whole future, but it does give her the power to be so much more.Lively text written by Ryan Rae Harbuck, who wrote the award-winning and critically acclaimed adult memoir of the same name about her experience becoming a wheelchair user as a teenager after a car accident.Vibrant, quirky art illustrated by debut picture book illustrator Barry Lee who draws on their own experience of living with a disability.Representation of lived experience using a mobility device told through the eyes of Vo, a unique, unforgettable character.…

Condition: New. Lee, Barry (illustrator).

Condition: New.

Paperback or Softback. Condition: New. When I Grow Up I Want to Be a Chair: A Memoir. Book.

Hardback. Condition: New. "Focused on a child's shifting self-image, it's a complex exploration of autonomy, identity, and support" - Publishers WeeklyA bold story of self-discoveryVo wanted to believe that if she were a chair, she could change the world.She wanted to believe that she could choose that path for herself.Vo is a thinker and a creator and knows that she doesn't want a grumpy grown-up job. She wants to change the world, and she knows just how she's going to do it. "When I grow up I want to be a chair!" Vo proclaims. Others don't understand. Why would she want to be sat on? Where would she sleep? Who would want to be a chair?Vo believes her chair makes her world a better place, so being a chair will make the whole world even better, right? When Vo faces the path ahead of her, she can see that there may be more to her wish than she ever understood. Join Vo as she discovers that just one part of her identity doesn't have to define her whole future, but it does give her the power to be so much more.Lively text written by Ryan Rae Harbuck, who wrote the award-winning and critically acclaimed adult memoir of the same name about her experience becoming a wheelchair user as a teenager after a car accident.Vibrant, quirky art illustrated by debut picture book illustrator Barry Lee who draws on their own experience of living with a disability.Representation of lived experience using a mobility device told through the eyes of Vo, a unique, unforgettable character. Lee, Barry (illustrator).…