Synopsis "Little Diva on Wheels: Growing Up Differently-Abled"
Being born ten weeks early literally put a hitch in her get-along. Weighing in at only three pounds twelve ounces, then being diagnosed as a spastic quadriplegic, who knew Jennifer could live in an able bodied world as, what she calls differently-abled, with any kind of success. Here she shares the trials, tribulations, and triumphs of doing exactly that, making a place for herself in the world of non-believers and nay-sayers, with the help and support from family and friends.Jennifer Kuhns' Little Diva On Wheels gives us insight into the life journey of a "handicapped" child and her family. Funny and engaging, Jennifer gives us a peak into and forgives us our bumbling, awkward, and occasional rude behavior towards people different than ourselves. The Articles, Reviews, and Reflections section challenges us to reflect on the treatment of disabled people through the ages. -Karen Holcomb, RNCExcellent!! I laughed, and cried and learned so much! What a unique experience getting inside the mind and heart of someone who has been labeled, judged and written off as so much less than she is! I will be recommending this book to every human being I know. Thank you for your amazing personality and vulnerability that has allowed us, the readers, to gain such insight to what is true and real in the world of "disabilities." Tene' Sylvia, RN and mother of Gabriel-"differently-abled."Jennifer Kuhns is a multi-award winning children's author living in Northern California. Her passion resides in literature and education, without prejudice, for children, helping them understand the world around them. Having lived with the misconceptions that often come with being disabled, Jennifer continues to strive toward the idea of inclusion and acceptance in her writing. In her first venture away from children's books, Jennifer attempts in Little Diva On Wheels, to answer some of the questions posed to her over the years...how did you do what you do?
