Researchers have discovered that typically-abled children as young as preschool age have already begun to develop social bias against those with special needs. 

God made us each unique and we all have different abilities. Jesus reached out to those in need, including those with physical, mental, cognitive, social, and emotional disabilities. Jesus showed God’s mercy, kindness, love and hope to individuals with special needs. By learning a little about each other, we can better love one another as God calls us to love.  

How often is your girl introduced to people who are differently-abled than herself? Regularly engaging with differently-abled people, both in real life and representations in books, toys, movies, and shows is an important first step in showing Christ-like compassion, care, and friendship!  

Listen to the Raising Godly Girls Minute with Patti Garibay: