Orcas Island Teens

Teen Programs: This & That

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July is ✨Disability Pride Month✨ - a time to celebrate the strength, diversity, creativity, and contributions of disabled people and to recognize disability as a natural and valuable part of human diversity. This month's featured reads highlight disability, neurodiversity, chronic illness, and mental health experiences across genres, featuring stories of identity, community, friendship, resilience, self-advocacy, and hope.

Whether you're looking for a story that reflects your own experiences, hoping to better understand someone else's, or simply searching for a great read, we hope these books encourage empathy, spark conversation, and remind every reader that they belong.

📚 Stop by the Teen Room or ask your librarian to help you find your next read.

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**Teen programs are intended for middle and high school–aged youth, approximately ages 12–18. Age guidelines help ensure programs remain safe, appropriate, and enjoyable for all participants.