Faulty fables — Kids' books show disabilities inaccurately, Y. experts say

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Mark A. Philbrick, BYU

BYU professors Tina Dyches and Mary Anne Prater participate in awarding the Dolly Gray Award for Children's Literature in Developmental Disabilities. Their study says portrayals of disabilities in Caldecott Medal-winning picture books are often inaccurate and that some reinforce negative stereotypes.

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