A New York Times bestseller for three years and counting! “A gutsy, candid, and compelling story. It speaks volumes.” –School Library Journal (starred review) “Unflinching and realistic.” –Kirkus Reviews (starred review) From award-winning author Sharon Draper comes a story that will forever change how we all look at anyone with a disability, perfect for fans of RJ Palacio’s Wonder. … anyone with a disability, perfect for fans of RJ Palacio’s Wonder.
Eleven-year-old Melody is not like most people. She can’t walk. She can’t talk. She can’t write. All because she has cerebral palsy. But she also has a photographic memory; she can remember every detail of everything she has ever experienced. She’s the smartest kid in her whole school, but NO ONE knows it. Most people–her teachers, her doctors, her classmates–dismiss her as mentally challenged because she can’t tell them otherwise. But Melody refuses to be defined by her disability. And she’s determined to let everyone know it…somehow.
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i have read this book 5 plus times and i will never forget the story of Melony
I love this book and it change the way I see other peoples.
It gives a very new and easy to understand perspective of those who are disabled
This is one of my favorite books, of all time, and super funny. I recommend this book for all ages. it is superior.
i like the book it is sad and funny and angry and happy
I love this book it shows that you just need to be kind to everyone even if there different it makes you understand things people are going through I recommend this book to younger readers in elementary or middle school grades but it’s an awesome book for everyone
This was the 1st book I’ve ever read from the author, Sharon M. Draper. I was in 4th grade and was so intrigued in the plot and empowered by the main character, Melody. I recommend this book to children and adults alike because no matter who you are or where you come from, you will learn a valuable lesson from this story.
Melody is such a smart and resilient girl who works really hard . I wasn’t happy at all when her teammates excluded her from the national competition. I almost would like to write about the different ending! Great lessons for compassion among young students.
Out of my mind is a great take on children with cerebral palsy. Melody Brooks is a math genius who struggles to communicate, but that doesn’t stop her. This book is in Melody’s point of view. The cool part is the fact the book is her thoughts and you really create a connection. I did not want the book to end. I think my favorite part was the very beginning. It was an interesting hook as she was just thinking different words. As random as they were, it really gave me an idea as to why the character was fascinated.
This is an important book to be read to your kids, assigned in elementary or middle school, or have 9-14 yr olds It doesn’t hurt for adults to also read about this remarkable character. Incredible Melody will inspire tolerance toward the disabled. She is a brilliant 11 year old trapped in a body that cannot talk, walk, eat ,or use toilet independently. She is surrounded by people who underestimate her abilities, assume she is retarded. Melody proves that she knows more than those who underestimate her abilities. Learning to be patient, not to jump to conclusions, or stereotype others based upon appearance is an essential skill for humanity.
This book is so awesome about kindness. YOU MUST READ!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
It’s a great book highly recommend.
amazing hehe I play roblox hehe yoiiiiii
It is amazing!!
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This book is my new favorite and reccomend it to anybody that loves a frusterating, but amazing.
I loved this book. Told from the perspective of a witty girl with cerebral palsy, it describes her experiences as she receives a device that helps her speak for the first time and as she is introduced to inclusive classrooms. It has many inspirational and heart-warming moments, but also some sad and frustrating moments as she struggles to communicate in the beginning and then faces resistance and misunderstanding from peers and teachers. It describes her experiences, and those of her family members and friends, in an insightful way. I highly recommend it, especially if you were a fan of Wonder.
This was such a sad yet inspiring book that is worth reading.
AWSOME