Will You Play With Me?

Will You Play With Me? depicts a series of heartwarming scenarios to model empathy and inclusivity for young children exposed to individuals with disabilities. In this captivating children’s book, characters subtly embrace each other’s differences and reframe ways to interact meaningfully and play together. The child engaging in the kind and caring action is rewarded by appreciation and fun. The author is a Clinical Professor at Stanford University and a nationally renowned pediatrician and allergist/immunologist. She believes it is vital to nurture young children, who are naturally accepting and impressionable, to be sensitive to the challenges of disability. Illustrator Akshay Dinakar is a product designer who graduated from Stanford University. He is an entrepreneur focused on the intersection of engineering and personal wellness.