Tom Not Tommy: A Heartwarming Story of Friendship in a Disabled World - Inspiring Book for Kids & Adults About Inclusion and Acceptance" 使用场景: Perfect for classroom reading, parenting education, disability awareness programs, and inspiring discussions about diversity and friendship.

Tom Not Tommy is a tremendous coming of age journey centered around a special bond between two friends who depend on one another through all their life lessons, personal challenges, and many comical shenanigans. This heartwarming memoir documents the author's formative years of age seven to sixteen, and Tom's last years of eighteen to twenty seven.....In the late 60's and early 70's, Tom is the fun "older guy" in the neighborhood, and although his disability confines him to a wheelchair, he's energetic and outgoing as the kids look up to him due his zest for life and good humor. Young Terry grows from a little "blabbermouth knucklehead" into a teenager to become Tom's best friend and caregiver. Together, they bring out the best in each other as the adventures unfold against a backdrop of baseball, rock and roll, moon missions, mini bikes, polyester pants, pinball, and hot rods.In the days of flower power the world was so different, without ramps, handicapped parking, and wheelchair accessible buildings. But Tom and Terry don't care, they're out to conquer the world, despite the curious stares and impolite comments.The story is seen through the author's youthful, innocent eyes, allowing readers to experience "growing up" with Tom as the scenes and dialogue evolve as they grow. Tom and Terry learn firsthand about the many obstacles that lay ahead, especially for a young man living with muscular dystrophy. The theme of "people helping people" and a diverse cast of characters make this an absorbing book that's hard to put down. In Tom and Terry's small town in Michigan, the phrase "disabled world" takes on a new twist, one that's knee-deep in humor, hope, and happiness.