CMT Readers Club: Stories that See EveryBody
A National Disability-Inclusive Storytelling Program for Schools
Launched by the Hereditary Neuropathy Foundation (HNF) and the CMT Dream Team, the CMT Readers Club is a joyful, nationwide movement designed to spark empathy, foster inclusion, and raise awareness about disabilities like Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease (CMT).
Through the power of storytelling, real-life advocates bring disability-inclusive books into classrooms—helping kids see difference in a positive light and shaping the next generation of allies and changemakers.
👉 Sign up for the CMT Readers Club here
Why the Readers Club Matters
Most children rarely encounter disability stories in their school curriculum. The CMT Readers Club changes that by:
💬 Creating safe, meaningful dialogue about disability in the classroom
💡 Encouraging curiosity, empathy, and understanding
📚 Adding inclusive books to school libraries
🌍 Amplifying voices of people living with CMT and other disabilities
💙 Raising funds for research, support, and advocacy through HNF
When kids meet real people with disabilities—through story, conversation, and heart—it changes everything.
How It Works
For Schools:
- Request a visit using our online form
- Receive a curated children’s book from our inclusive reading list
- Welcome a trained CMT Readers Club volunteer (virtually or in person)
- Share classroom reflections and photos with HNF
For Readers & Advocates:
- Complete our signup form & download the school outreach email template
- Join a brief intro and training call with HNF
- Receive your book, talking points, and activity guide
- Visit a classroom (virtual or in-person) to read and lead discussion
- Share photos, reflections, and optionally launch a small fundraiser to support CMT research
Every visit is an opportunity to inspire kids—and to grow awareness for CMT across the country.
Included Resources
Readers and schools receive:
- A disability-inclusive children’s book from HNF’s pre-approved list
- A discussion guide tailored by age group
- Worksheets and take-home activities
- Outreach email templates for schools
- A simple guide for starting an awareness fundraiser
Age-Appropriate Activities
We’ve designed activities for different grade levels so every child can engage:
- Grades K–2 → Coloring pages, “Same & Different” picture sort, and kindness clouds
- Grades 3–5 → Disability awareness crossword, empathy reflection sheets, and myth-busting games
- Grades 6–8 → Accessibility audits, disability-in-media analysis, and creative reflection projects
Be Part of the Story
Together with HNF and the Dream Team, we can build a future where every child learns that disability is not something to fear or pity, but a beautiful part of the human experience.
👉 Click here to sign up for the CMT Readers Club today
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