Summary
Charley goes to the park with his mom and sees a girl, Emma, in a wheelchair without any hands and different-sized legs. Without really thinking, he blurts out, “Why does she look so weird, Mommy?” After apologizing, Charley begins to ask Emma questions and understands more about her. He learns that “different isn’t weird, sad, bad, or strange. Different is different and different is okay.”
Mom Thoughts
This lovely picture book doesn’t shy away from the questions and thoughts children might have upon seeing someone with an obvious disability, but does so in a helpful, informative, and caring way.
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Dig Deeper Questions
- What mistakes did Charley make when he first saw Emma?
- What things did Charely do that were kind?
- Do the words we use to talk about people matter? Why?
At A Glance
| Number of Pages | Minutes to Read |
|---|---|
| 32 | 3 |