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The Top 10 Special Needs Videos That Inspired In 2014

Over the past year, there have been many heart warming videos about individuals with special needs. These videos have been inspiring to many millions of people around the world. Here are 10 of our favorites from 2014. Enjoy!

1. Grover Visits Twins with Autism and Their Sister

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t2iNFSSTugk&list=PLSKUhDnoJjYkOcBDCTlCo69KJk42pnOMa 60,851 Views AJ and Garrett are 4-year-old identical twins with autism. Their 6-year-old sister Angelina told us (and Grover!) a lot about her brothers' challenges and triumphs. Read more at Mashable

2. Photographer with Down's syndrome 'sees the world differently'

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VXOvCFfHBUg 33,674 Views Photographer Oliver Hellowell has Down's syndrome. Oliver's unique way of capturing the natural world has recently gained him a lot of fans. Read more at BBC News

3. A Surprise Present

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QeKHRJ2Pm0Y 3,185,435 Views After waiting outside every week for the garbage truck to come a five year old boy with autism received a surprise gift from trash collector Manuel Sanchez. Read more at Autism Speaks

4. Tough Love

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7RR-r2n5DLw 3,076,348 Views A beautiful video tribute to moms of paralympic athletes. This video highlights the hard work.selflessness and devotion of the mothers to ensure their children participated in athletic events. Read more on the Friendship Circle Blog

5. Aaron Gets his Caffeine Fix

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XzbrjvhsxDg&feature=youtu.be 148,932 Views Aaron Seldomridge, a 21-year-old with autism, has formed a special bond with Starbucks barista Anisa Dujnic. Read more at Huffington Post

6. New restaurant staffed with deaf waiters

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VPgh5Yk2HaY https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jMVOh7TcWaE 740,104 Views Jake, a youngster with autism, stood up to the bullies in his class, speaking out during an exercise in the school gym. The courageous act was filmed as part of The Bully Project, a social action campaign to stop bullying. Read more at the Huffington Post 

8. Happy

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aCJQAm_uKyg 1,739,094 Views Watching people dance to almost any song is usually a happy experience. Watching those living with Down syndrome dance to the snappy beats of Pharrell's soon-to-be-played-out "Happy" is something approaching joy. Read More at Mashable

Jeweller with no fingers

http://vimeo.com/85085976 130,000 Views A talented jeweller has found her own way to make miniature masterpieces worth thousands of dollars -- despite being born with no FINGERS. Read more in the Daily Mail

10. Mike Mullins National Anthem Performance

266,000 Views This video captures an amazing night for Mike Mullins. After several years of performing the National Anthem in Pawtucket, RI for the Pawtucket Red Sox, Mike was finally selected by the Boston Red Sox to sing the National Anthem for a home game. This video literally captures a dream coming true as Mike raises awareness for adults with disabilities while showcasing his amazing singing ability. Read more at WCVB.com Tell us about your favorite video in the comments below and make sure to watch the best videos from 2013 here.