Special needs children face challenges few people even realize. Even with the Americans With Disabilities Act, or ADA, special access ramps, toilets and other items, life is challenging for people with special needs. Special needs can include physical conditions such as cerebral palsy, brain conditions such as Down’s syndrome or emotional problems such as bullying. It can be challenging to teach a special needs student that he or she can succeed in today’s society.

One way to reach children of all ages is through graphic novels, also known as comic books. Giving children a superhero to emulate inspires many children to pursue their dreams and achieve goals regardless of the doubts of others. Special needs children had no heroes with special needs for decades, but that has changed. New comics are being introduced that teach children that those with special needs are just like everybody else. Superheroes with special needs can also be found in today’s comics.

An example of this can be found in Mircleboy.com comics. The superheroes, Lil’ Bud and Mr. Pleomorph, teach children with special needs that they are indeed special and unique. Self esteem, emotional well-being and other challenges become easier through the lesson learned in the comic series. Families and friends can also learn from the series to eliminate stereotypes and prejudices found in today’s society. Today’s schools can also be a great place to introduce the characters to help more children learn about members of society with special needs. Click here to learn more about the comic book series.