Poignant story about how we're all born special: ) ...
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Poignant story about how we're all born special :) A MUST READ FOR YOUR KIDS!!! p.s. I'm an adult and still need to be reminded of Rainbow Sheep's wisdom.
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Although this wonderful tale may have been written with the autistic child in mind - it is written in a way that ANY child can relate to the story at some point in his/her life.  A beautiful story about a horse named "Wish" that struggles with staying focused & following directions - and as a result, gets teased by the other horses in the barn & feels like an outcast. It shows how we all have "different" ways of thinking & doing things - and that's okay!  When the trainer in the story gives "Wish" a chance, provides encouragement & support - Wish is able to accomplish amazing things!  All the while, his friend - a goat named "Ruben" cheers them on.

Very hopeful, heart warming story for any kid who has ever felt like that "quirky" one. I encourage anyone to pick up a copy.  Loved the pictures, too!  Very sweet book & goes to support a great cause.
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As someone who struggled with infertility, this book spoke to us. We want our little one to know just how special he/she is to us because of the complicated journey it took for him/her to get here. Was reading aloud to my husband and unexpectedly started tearing up about halfway through the book because it was completely our story.
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The story made me appreciate that people who have special needs require appreciation and would like to participate in lives activities just like the rest of us. The last thing we should do is to stigmatize them.
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Kelly Watts does a fantastic job of sharing every day life with her very entertaining son Charlie in this short, but sweet read.
In my opinion, she provides a genuine perspective of what its like to raise a child with Autism. This happens to be her unique experience.
As she states in the book: "What started out as a nightmare has turned into a very special gift to our family"...You will totally get what she means after reading this very realistic story.
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Amazing story!  Coming from a Special Needs Mom, this book was spot on!  I can't wait to read it to my daughter, I know it will help her relationship with her special sister.  I love the message it sends and it should be in every school to help explain all the special abilities our kids have and how to address them.  The more we are open about it, the kinder this world will be.  Thank you Amy for telling this story!
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A beautiful story that many of us can relate with our own experience growing up or our challenge as a parent.  I, now a grandmother, can still remember my school days at Azure's age.  I had a classmate just like Valerie - popular because she was pretty, smart and rich.  She and other classmates, even some teachers, liked teasing me because I was short and chubby.  I could have lost my self-confidence if not because of my loving parents guiding me with their own positive self-images.  This book is definitely suitable for school age girls, parents and teachers.  What's more - the illustrations are awesome!!
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This is a beautiful story about the search for true identity that touches the heart. Here is a writer with a truly special talent to speak to the soul in all of us!
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Thank you David for your personal story, it touched my heart and also got my dander up to become aware of how the adoption process works.  It is heartwarming to know that there are people, such as yourself, that don't/won't give up on children in need of loving and caring homes, despite the major flaws in our adoption system.  Excellent writing and look forward to a sequel!!!<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/He-Shall-Appear-From-Nowhere/dp/0615344623/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">He Shall Appear From Nowhere</a>
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We all experience tumultuous times during the course of our lives, but those of us who grew up in the 1970s will find this story particularly poignant. Esther Erlich addresses the subject of individual suffering and how it can radiate to impact the lives of those around us. However, she does this with elegance through the eyes of a child in search of hope and restoration. We've all suffered at one time or another and are on that same journey, which is what makes the story relevant.
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This book opened my eyes to so many subtle realities of family life... Janice and all the family members tell the story of their life and their advocacy so honestly as well as humorously and with great dignity and fierceness.  It feels like I got a college course worth of information about dealing with disabilities and with special abilities and with joy in the world.  This story is captivating -- and is especially useful for folks like me who have NO background in the disability world.  I have so much to learn -- and this book put me solidly on that road.  I have given the book to several friends.  Read it!!
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This is a heartfelt story that touches your heart about the special bond between a person and their four-legged best friend. As an owner of two border collies I really connected with the behaviour and antics of Codi and I laughed and cried with the book. I sometimes feel that I am different to other dog owners because I see more than just a black and white coat and four legs. I see a big beautiful soul within and it was so touching to know that there are others out there who love their dogs as much as I do. It also confirmed for me a strong belief that they are here, not just to be part of our lives as a pet, but to to teach us many things and when we are open to seeing this, our lives grow even more. Thank-you Jeff for such a wonderful story!
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This is a story that is wonderful for all ages.  Sometimes I think we forget to have tolerance towards those that are different from ourselves - be it race, color, gender and intellectual.  Hopefully there is good in all of us.  May we have all have more compassion for all.  Maegean Smith
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Excellent book for kids (and parents alike!) to get a better understanding of what it's like to have a family member with special needs. The perspective is uniquely told from the younger sister who shares what makes her sad, frustrated and most importantly, happy and proud of her older brother with autism. We can all learn a lot from this wise little big sister.  We are looking forward to the sequel.
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I thoroughly enjoyed this book about a 20 year old young man with Cerebral Palsy documenting 6 months of his life. We see him grow from a bitter man focused solely on himself and his condition, to someone who begins to care about others, and finally one who puts his bitterness aside as he learns to love. His growth is heartwarming to watch, and his realization that he is so much more than his disease, and has so much to offer despite it, and in some cases, BECAUSE of it is beautiful.

This book is not for those offended by swearing, but otherwise, I recommend it to everyone!
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I haven't cried so much reading this moving story of Cole's grandfather.  It was extremely emotional for me.  I know my parents had many hardships, thankfully not to the extent of Cole's grandfather.  I know neither of my parents had a particularly easy life, yet they never complained.  I think they would both be horrified at how our entitled society reacts to every whim.
Thank you for such a moving and wonderful book.  I can never seem to find the words to accurately portray and give justice to a review. Unfortunately, I don't have your skills:)  Looking forward to many more.
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As a live in nurse, I realize that it must be difficult for my wonderful adopted (in my heart) daughter. She's 27 years my senior, but she is my baby. There are times I wish she could communicate with more than grunts and gestures and tell me what she really thinks and feels, but yellow jaundice and a botched spinal tap crippled her both mentally and physically. She has dealt with Cerebral Palsy and severe mental retardation for 55 years, but she still brightens the world of everyone she meets. The protagonist of this excellent true story has all of his mental faculties (and a higher IQ than me, I believe) and he has given us all a peek behind the curtain of what it must be like for my baby D, who cannot speak for herself but nevertheless has something profound to say. For that I am eternally grateful. You have taught me to listen more carefully in ways I hadn't considered before. Thank you.