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Summary: As a parent of a child with Down Syndrome...
Review: I'm pleased to say that I liked this book. I've been searching for books to add to our school library that promote empathy, understanding and inlcusion, and I feel that this one hits the mark. The author does an excellent job of honestly exploring the confusion and doubt of Nikki, the skater who becomes a Special Olympics coach. The words used to describe Carrie (the teenager with Down Syndrome) are appropriate and avoid outdated stereotypes of what it means to be differently-abled. I thought the character of Carrie was perhaps a little too eloquent and accomplished for what many teens with Down Syndrome might achieve, but as a parent of a child with DS, I also have to remind myself that a syndrome means a range of abilities and expecations, and there is no such thing as "typical"!I would recommend this book for school libraries and any pre-teen/teenage girl who either loves skating, or wants to understand more about our diverse world. It's probably most suitable for a 9-12 year old reader, but as I've just said, there is no such thing as "typical". Read and enjoy!
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Summary: You can't judge the appearence of a skater until they skate.
Review: That's what Nikki learned when she saw Carrie skate.I like that book.It taught me a lesson.The first time I met my own best friend,I thought she was slow,fat,and sluggish.It turns out,she was faster than me,and I mean,I'm pretty fast.I would recommend that book to anyone.As well as teaching you something,it's absolutely fasinating to read. Kim, age 9, Massachusetts
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