Why am I passionate about this?

I have seen a huge shift in the way others look at me and treat me since losing complete vision in one eye. I’m now labeled. It’s not fun, it’s disturbing and sad, and even though my appearance has slightly changed, I have not. “my disability does not define who I am” I may smile, but it doesn’t mean I don’t struggle and we can all use some kind words and encouragement and not be so judgmental.


I wrote

The Adventures of Bentley Hippo: Inspiring Children to Accept Each Other

By Argyro Graphy,

Book cover of The Adventures of Bentley Hippo: Inspiring Children to Accept Each Other

What is my book about?

Bentley is about to board a rocket for the trip of a lifetime. His friends however are not allowed to…

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The books I picked & why

Book cover of Ada and the Helpers

Argyro Graphy Why did I love this book?

A wonderful story about a little fox who despite having cochlear implants, helps others see past their differences. This story teaches us to embrace our differences and accept ourselves as we are. The smallest act of kindness goes a long way. It even includes the American Sign Language Chart.

By Travis D. Peterson, Melissa Fischer (illustrator),

Why should I read it?

1 author picked Ada and the Helpers as one of their favorite books, and they share why you should read it.

What is this book about?

The 2022 Eric Hoffer Award recognizes the significance of Ada and the Helpers as: Grand Prize Finalist First Horizon Award Finalist (for debut authors) Honorable Mention in Children's Book Category
"Be bold! Be brave! Let you be you... and let's help others, too!" That's Ada's motto.

Ada is a dancing, deaf fox with cochlear implants who loves to help others. On her way to dance in a talent show one day, she meets three other creatures who are each facing a physical challenge or disability of their own. She decides to help each of her new friends to see past…


Book cover of Our Diversity Makes Us Stronger: Social Emotional Book for Kids about Diversity and Kindness

Argyro Graphy Why did I love this book?

A story of a little boy who is so nervous about being seen with his new glasses. He runs into other children that are different and realizes that there is absolutely nothing wrong with that, but that our differences are what makes us special.

By Elizabeth Cole, Julia Kamenshikova (illustrator),

Why should I read it?

2 authors picked Our Diversity Makes Us Stronger as one of their favorite books, and they share why you should read it. This book is for kids age 3, 4, 5, and 6.

What is this book about?

If you want to teach your child to accept himself and others as they are, then this picture book about diversity will be your best assistant. It will help your little ones to respect all the differences that make us unique.

In this kids’ book, our little hero named Nick will show your children that we all are different in many ways, and everyone is unique—which is great! Nicky is afraid that his friends will not accept him because of his new reading glasses. By talking to his peers on the way to school, he discovers the beauty of diversity…


Book cover of I Am Odd, I Am New

Argyro Graphy Why did I love this book?

A beautifully written story reassuring kids that it is ok to be different and it is written through the eyes of a 10-year-old. Very powerful and an eye-opener to those that may not know what Autism looks like or what we look like to an Autistic child.

By Benjamin Giroux, Roz MacLean (illustrator),

Why should I read it?

1 author picked I Am Odd, I Am New as one of their favorite books, and they share why you should read it.

What is this book about?

Through the eyes of 10-year-old Benjamin Giroux, being odd is different, and different is a good thing. This is what the then fifth-grader hoped to convey in his poem, beginning every few sentences with "I am," about what it is like to live with autism. Inspired by a school assignment, Benjamin's raw and emotional words poured out onto the page, but when he feared they were not any good, his parents shared the poem with friends and family. Little did they know that it would go viral and end up inspiring thousands of strangers who identified with him to share…


Book cover of Let's Talk! Going to the Zoo

Argyro Graphy Why did I love this book?

A fantastic story about two best friends where one has autism and although other children mock her for flapping her arms, they learn about autism and about being themselves no matter what others think. A wonderful book showing kids that it's ok to laugh with others but not at them.

By Lisa Jacovsky, Blueberry Illustrations (illustrator),

Why should I read it?

1 author picked Let's Talk! Going to the Zoo as one of their favorite books, and they share why you should read it.

What is this book about?

Harper and Emma are two best friends who first met at the pool in the summer. Emma has Autism which affects her speech, but she does not let it slow her down. She has a different way to communicate. Harper learned about Autism and how to communicate with her new best friend. Now the girls are getting ready to go to the zoo for the first time. What animals do you think they will see?


While enjoying the animals Emma becomes excited and flaps her hands, making noises. A group of children come over and begin to point and stare.…


Book cover of And So, Ahmed Hears

Argyro Graphy Why did I love this book?

An amazing story of a little boy that lives and enjoys life as any other. Once discovered that he has hearing issues, and receives a hearing aid, he can enjoy life even more. A story that inspires us to be considerate of everyone as disabilities are not always visible.

By Dawn Doig,

Why should I read it?

1 author picked And So, Ahmed Hears as one of their favorite books, and they share why you should read it.

What is this book about?

Ahmed is a little boy who spends his days with his family doing things he enjoys like going to the park and swimming in the ocean. Although he seems to be a typical two year old, mama has concerns that he may not be hearing. So off they go to the doctor and eventually to the audiologist who diagnoses a hearing loss. Fit with hearing aids, Ahmed is now able to enjoy the sounds of life. And So Ahmed Hears was written to increase public awareness about childhood hearing loss and to help alleviate some of the stigma associated with…


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The Adventures of Bentley Hippo: Inspiring Children to Accept Each Other

By Argyro Graphy,

Book cover of The Adventures of Bentley Hippo: Inspiring Children to Accept Each Other

What is my book about?

Bentley is about to board a rocket for the trip of a lifetime. His friends however are not allowed to join him as they are "different". 

This book teaches children about diversity and inclusion. We should all celebrate individuality and embrace our differences. Children will see themselves through the diverse characters known to Bentley as 'his friends'. This is a great conversation starter for parents, teachers, and educators. Inspiring Children to Accept Each Other reinforces the importance of being different, and that we all matter, and we all belong.

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