A Bumblebee Can Fly, and So Can I is a beautifully illustrated collection of affirmations centered on disability, identity, and self-worth.

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Through gentle yet powerful language, the book offers a counter-narrative to the limitations often placed on individuals with disabilities—encouraging readers to challenge internalized doubt and embrace their full potential. Each affirmation is paired with original artwork inspired by nature, animals, and the healing connections between them.

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Rooted in an eco-therapeutic perspective, this book invites readers into a journey of self-acceptance, empowerment, and belonging. It is ideal for individuals with disabilities, their families, educators, and anyone seeking a more inclusive and affirming worldview.

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Uplifting and accessible, this book serves as both a daily reminder of worth and a celebration of the strength found in every individual.

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About the Author

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Alona Yorkshire, M.Ed., BCBA, is the Deputy Executive Director of The Adult Skills Center (TASC), where she has served in leadership roles since 2012, including Clinical Director and Services Coordinator. With more than 20 years of experience in the field of intellectual and developmental disabilities, she has worked across all levels of care—from direct support to executive leadership.

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Alona holds a Master of Education in Applied Behavior Analysis and is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. She has developed innovative programs supporting high-risk and dually diagnosed individuals transitioning from institutional settings.

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In addition to her professional work, she is a foster parent to children with special needs and the founder of a therapeutic farm sanctuary that provides eco-therapy and vocational programming. Her lived experience, combined with her clinical and leadership expertise, has shaped a holistic, nature-based approach to care that continues to impact hundreds of individuals and families each year.

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A bumblebee can fly, and so can I

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