Bibliograph

Using a wheelchair, by Harriet Brundle

Type

Label

Using a wheelchair, by Harriet Brundle

Language

eng

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Using a wheelchair

Responsibility statement

by Harriet Brundle

Series statement

Human body helpers

Summary

Colorful illustrated characters serve as friendly guides in this exploration of what life is like for someone who uses a wheelchair. The age-appropriate text encourages readers to develop empathy for people with disabilities and people who have been injured and need the use of a wheelchair. The text also serves as an important resource for young people who use a wheelchair and want to understand more about how the device works. Educational fact boxes and a detailed glossary of important terms provide additional understanding to help young learners grasp the science and technology behind this topic

Table Of Contents

Your bones -- What is a wheelchair? -- Why might I need a wheelchair? -- How do wheelchairs work? -- What happens at the hospital? -- What to expect -- Dos and dont's -- Life after your wheelchair

Target audience

juvenile

Classification