When your kid asks an honest question - and you freeze

Bradley’s Big Question helps parents know what to say when a child notices someone in a wheelchair and asks why.

Bradley's Big Question

© Chanelle Wimbish | 2026 All rights reserved.

"Don't Stare"
"Don't ask that"
"Be quiet"

Most of us grew up hearing those words. So when our own kids ask an honest question out loud, we're not sure what to say.Bradley's Big Question gives families words to say in the moments they didn't plan for.Written by Chanelle Wimbish - a mom and wheelchair user who lives these moments every day.

What You’ll Find Inside

A gentle, rhyming read-aloud for ages 3–7Simple language parents can use right awayA story kids ask to read again and again

What People are saying...

Beautiful book with a powerful message
"As a parent with a disability this book addresses what we have needed for so long!" - parent, Kelly S.Impressive
"This book was very well written describing a child's curiosity about a person in a wheelchair. Sensitive and educational. It should be in every elementary school classroom/library." - childhood educator, Janice H.Engaging and Educational
"I LOVE this book! As a retired Early Childhood educator, Bradley's Big Question is a delightful read while teaching some valuable life lessons at the same time." - Christine R.Fantastic learning tool
"An excellent way to let children know that it is okay to ask as long as they know to be kind and polite. We all know that children are inquisitive and it is our duty to teach them life's lessons." - grandmother, Angela P.

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Speaking inquiries, storytime requests, and direct book orders

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