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Real

By Carol Cujec, Peyton Goddard
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Hardcover edition

Publisher Shadow Mountain Publishing Imprint Shadow Mountain Publishing ISBN

9781629727899

Real

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9781629727899J
CONTENT NOTIFICATIONS

Discrimination: Ableism,Language: Mild Language

Inspired by a true story.



My name is Charity. I am thirteen years old. Actually, thirteen years plus eighty-seven days. I love sour gummies and pepperoni pizza. That last part no one knows because I have not spoken a sentence since I was born. Each dawning day, I live in terror of my unpredictable body that no one understands.



Charity may have mad math skills and a near-perfect memory, but with a mouth that can’t speak and a body that jumps, rocks, and howls unpredictably, most people incorrectly assume she cannot learn. Charity’s brain works differently from most people’s because of her autism, but she’s still funny, determined, and kind. So why do people treat her like a disease or ignore her like she’s invisible?



When Charity’s parents enroll her in a public junior high school, she faces her greatest fears. Will kids make fun of her? Will her behavior get her kicked out? Will her million thoughts stay locked in her head forever? With the support of teachers and newfound friends, Charity will have to fight to be treated like a real student.



Inspired by a true story, Real speaks to all those who’ve ever felt they didn’t belong and reminds readers that all people are worthy of being included.

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PG Middle Plus (Grades 5-8)

PG Middle Plus

PG Middle Plus (Grades 5-8)

For Grades 5-8

Designed for middle schoolers who love great storytelling but prefer a gentler reading experience, this 14-book collection offers entertaining and thought-provoking fiction without controversial themes. These selections ensure an enjoyable and appropriate reading journey for all.

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Novels, Fiction, Funny/Humorous, Reluctant Readers

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