A Place to Celebrate What Makes You Unique
Welcome to Different Ability
®
Resources, stories, and inspiration for kids, parents, and educators to embrace different abilities and thrive.
Different Ability® is all about helping kids embrace who they are, discover their unique strengths, and build confidence. Through books, practical resources, and real-life stories, we guide children in self-advocacy, celebrate what makes them shine, and create a sense of belonging—no matter how their brains or bodies work.
Helping Kids Embrace Who They Are
From childhood challenges to celebrating my Different Ability® today, I know first-hand how empowering it is when kids are encouraged to embrace their unique strengths and feel confident in who they are.
what we do
We create tools, stories, and experiences that make learning about yourself meaningful and fun. Kids and families can find strategies to help children thrive, learn self-advocacy skills, and celebrate their different abilities. Our goal is to help kids and educators embrace diversity in learning and support children in building confidence and independence.
I’m so glad you’re here! Explore, learn, and connect with us as we celebrate kids’ unique abilities, build self-advocacy, and encourage confidence in every child. There’s a place for everyone to feel seen, understood, and proud of who they are.
About Different Ability
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Hi, I’m Katey! I’ve spent my life learning how to embrace being different and helping others do the same. Growing up with a learning disability wasn’t always easy, but it taught me the importance of understanding myself, finding my strengths, and using my voice.
I started Different Ability® to help kids and families recognize their unique abilities, build confidence, and advocate for themselves. Through speaking, training, writing, and creating resources, I’m on a mission to make sure every child knows they are capable and valued.
Along the way, I’ve learned that small moments of encouragement, understanding, and curiosity can make a lasting difference. I love sharing what I’ve learned and helping others find their voice and their power to shine.
About Katey
“It’s not about fitting in—it’s about shining in your own way.”
THE BOOK
Helping Kids Understand, Advocate, and Thrive
Embracing Your Different Ability
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Embracing Your Different Ability® is a heart-centered, practical book written for parents, caregivers, educators, and anyone raising or supporting children who learn, think, or experience the world differently.
Through personal stories, real-life examples, and approachable advocacy tools, this book helps adults:
✔️ Better understand children with different abilities
✔️ Support kids in discovering their strengths
✔️ Encourage self-advocacy and confidence
✔️ Create environments where kids feel seen, capable, and supported
This book isn’t about “fixing” kids — it’s about helping them understand themselves, embrace who they are, and learn how to speak up for what they need.
Whether you’re a parent navigating a diagnosis, an educator supporting diverse learners, or an adult who wishes they had this message growing up, Embracing Your Different Ability® offers guidance, hope, and reassurance that different is not less — it’s powerful.
A Parent’s Perspective
Embracing Your Different Ability® also includes three chapters written by my mom, Lynn, sharing her perspective as a parent raising a child with a Different Ability®.
Her words offer honesty, encouragement, and insight for parents and caregivers — reminding you that you’re not alone, you’re doing your best, and your child’s differences are worth embracing.
Order your copy of the book today!
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THE PODCAST
The Different Ability® Podcast is where real conversations happen — about learning differently, building confidence, and embracing who you are.
Each episode features honest stories, practical insights, and meaningful conversations with parents, educators, advocates, and individuals with different abilities. Together, we talk about self-advocacy, resilience, and what it really means to feel seen and supported.
Whether you’re a parent, educator, or someone learning to embrace your own different ability, this podcast is a reminder that you’re not alone — and that your voice matters.
LEARN MORE HERE!
LISTEN HERE!
THE INSIDERS
Step inside and become a Different Ability® Insider, a place to stay connected and follow along in the ways that matter most to you.
When you join, you’ll receive thoughtful updates, behind-the-scenes moments, and early access to new projects connected to Different Ability®, the book Embracing Your Different Ability®, the podcast, and what’s coming next.
You get to choose what you want to hear about, so your inbox stays supportive, relevant, and inspiring, never noisy.
Thank you for being here and for caring about kids and adults learning to embrace who they are. Different Ability® exists to remind us that there is no one right way to learn, grow, or succeed, and that our differences matter.