The Boy Who Learned Upside Down

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What’s wrong with me? Why can’t I be like everyone else?

Based on the True Story of The Shadow Project

 

Coming Soon

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Upside Down

By Christy Scattarella

Illustrated by Winky Wheeler

 

“I love it! This book would be easy for me to recommend to young readers and teachers. We desperately need more books about this subject, especially ones that are so captivating and well-written.”- Brianne Williams,
Children’s Librarian

Red correction marks cover his book report like chickenpox. Letters turn cartwheels across the page when he tries to read. No wonder Alex is ready to give up! But with help from his special education teacher and his loyal dog Shadow, Alex changes his mind about school–and about himself.

The Boy Who Learned Upside Downis a based on the true story of one child’s courageous journey from “I can’t” to “I can!” that has inspired thousands of other youngsters with learning challenges.

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With humor and pathos, Boy offers hope to any child who has wondered, “What’s wrong with me?” and reminds all of us to celebrate the differences that make us unique.

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Illustrations © Winky Wheeler