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Cutting through the challenges and stigma that often accompany cerebral palsy, this heartening story follows a determined fifth‑grade student who moves from a special school to a mainstream classroom. In her quest for acceptance and a smoother life, she longs for a miracle that might help her feel more normal and fully participate in school activities. Through her perspective, readers explore the realities of living with a disability while learning the importance of resilience, empathy, and community support.
First publish date: 1982
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Marilyn Gould
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