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Why this book
We keep this on the shelf for disability and belonging — a story kids can feel, not just a lesson adults want to teach.
Who it's for
Ages 8–12. Especially helpful for opening honest conversations about disability and inclusion.
Conversation starter
Ask: What helped someone in this book feel included — and what got in the way?
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Classroom tip: pair a chapter with a short journal prompt — no grades, just honest noticing.
Pair with
Two titles that deepen the same conversation.
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