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In this installment of our popular series highlighting real-life stories of real kids, we delve into family topics that affect countless kids: grief, divorced parents and blended families. Foster understanding and empathy with these narrative nonfiction books featuring real kids and their lives. Expressive illustrations and a dyslexic-friendly font foster inclusivity.
Meet Shaylee! She likes gymnastics, art, and reading. She was also a foster child. Shaylee is real and so are her experiences. Learn about the ups and downs of living with a foster family and then being adopted in this illustrated narrative nonfiction picture book for elementary students. With the help of experienced children’s author Mari Schuh, Shaylee sheds light on her experience as a foster child. Shaylee’s story is augmented by colorful, realistic illustrations. A dyslexic-friendly font promotes accessibility. Includes tips for kids about interacting with kids in foster care.
