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En el Instituto Ally es incapaz de leer y la idea de pedir ayuda la aterroriza. Pero cuando su tutora se va de baja por maternidad y el profesor Daniels se hace cargo de su clase, su vida da un vuelco; este inmediatamente se da cuenta de que Ally simplemente padece de dislexia. Gracias al profesor Daniels, descubrirá que las personas son mucho más que simples etiquetas, y que los grandes genios no siempre piensan como la mayoría de los mortales. ¿O es que nadie sabe que Albert Einstein, Walt Disney, Leonardo da Vinci, Beethoven o Napoleón tenían dislexia?

A heartwarming novel featuring seven students and their unique stories as they navigate fifth grade together. With a new and energetic teacher named Mr. Terupt, these students experience everything from bullying to fitting in, all the while learning important life lessons that will stay with them forever. When a winter accident changes everything, their teacher's impact on their lives is truly revealed.

Melody es la más inteligente de toda la escuela… pero nadie lo sabe. Su memoria y capacidad son increíbles. La mayoría de la gente –maestros y médicos incluidos– cree que es medio retardada, y asiste a un aula especial donde le repiten el abecedario una y otra vez. Si pudiera contarles a todos lo que piensa y lo que sabe… Pero eso es imposible, porque Melody no puede hablar ni caminar ni escribir… ni casi nada. Fuera de mí habla de una vida extraordinaria, plena de curiosidad y perseverancia. Una historia de superación que demuestra lo que somos capaces de hacer por el solo hecho de tener la dignidad de ser humanos.

This powerful book follows Rose Howard, a young girl who is obsessed with homonyms and struggles to connect with others due to her Asperger's diagnosis. When her beloved dog Rain goes missing during a storm, she must step out of her comfort zone to find him. Written from Rose's perspective, readers will be swept up in her journey to navigate a world that doesn't always understand her. This New York Times Bestseller is a touching tale of love, loss, and resilience that is sure to leave an impact.

A young Cuban-Jewish immigrant girl's American dream is derailed after a horrific car accident leaves her in a body cast and confined to her bed for a long recovery, in this poignant coming-of-age tale set in 1960s New York City. Through Ruthie's eyes, readers gain insight into the fragile nature of life and the power of community and the arts to heal even the worst of times.

A remarkable memoir about a boy who was born with a facial tumor the size of a tennis ball, twisted legs, and a new nose made from one of his toes. The memoir recounts his journey through bullying and adversity to overcoming societal expectations and thriving with disabilities. This inspiring and poignant story about resilience, courage and hope is perfect for fans of Wonder. Includes exclusive paperback content: introduction, photographs, and Q&A from the author.

Willow tiene doce años, es superdotada y su gran pasión son las plantas, las enfermedades y el número siete. Sus padres adoptivos son su única familia y sus verdaderos amigos, pero cuando estos mueren en un accidente se da cuenta de que está sola en un mundo con el que no es capaz de relacionarse. A partir de este momento, la vida de Willow se convierte en un viaje transformador en el que gracias a sus manías y su extraordinaria sensibilidad, y sobretodo, gracias a los atípicos personajes con los que se encuentra (un incapaz consejero pedagógico, un taxista mexicano, dos hermanos vietnamitas con personalidades antagónicas y una nueva mamá adoptiva presa de un fracaso amoroso), comienza a encontrar su sitio en este imperfecto mundo.

After a fall, Chase can't remember anything about his life. He has to relearn everything, including his own name. Upon returning to school, he discovers that different kids have very different reactions to his return, and he must figure out who he was and who he wants to be. Restart is an emotional yet entertaining story about starting anew, written by the #1 bestselling author of Swindle and Slacker.

This award-winning novel follows Caitlin, a young girl with Asperger's who only sees the world in black and white. After losing her older brother in a school shooting, Caitlin searches for closure and discovers that life isn't so simple. This emotional and insightful book offers a powerful character study and touches on themes of grief and healing.

A touching story of survival and perseverance, this book recounts the author's experience spent months in a hospital at twelve years old, battling a severe case of polio and ultimately learning to walk again. A remarkable tale of courage and hope.