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Aug 04, 2017
A perfect read for a child looking for a book with a character with a disability as the protagonist or for young readers to get a first hand perspective on the struggles those with disabilities face everyday. Draper does an excellent job delving deep into the thoughts of Melody, a cerebral palsy young lady, to show that, despite her physical limitations, she has nearly the same dreams and desires as almost any other 5th grade girl. Her determination to prove her intelligence at the 5th grade quiz bowl is empowering, as is her resolution to save her little sister even when all odds are against her, including her ability to talk. Readers will come away with a renewed respect for those unlike themselves and recognize that perhaps we all are more similar than different in the end.