Fish in a Tree
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Lynda Mullaly Hunt
A New York Times Bestseller • An emotionally-charged, uplifting novel that will speak to anyone who’s ever thought there was something wrong with them because they didn’t fit in."Fans of R.J. Palacio’s Wonder will appreciate this feel-good story of friendship and unconventional smarts.” —Kirkus ReviewsAlly has been smart enough to fool a lot of smart people. Every time she lands in a new school, she is able to hide her inability to read by creating clever yet disruptive distractions. She is afraid to ask for help; after all, how can you cure dumb? However, her newest teacher Mr. Daniels sees the bright, creative kid underneath the trouble maker. With his help, Ally learns not to be so hard on herself and that dyslexia is nothing to be ashamed of. As her confidence grows, Ally feels free to be herself and the world starts opening up with possibilities. She discovers that there’s a lot more to her—and to everyone—than a label, and that great minds don’t always think alike.This paperback edition includes The Sketchbook of Impossible Things and discussion questions.Schneider Family Book Award • ALA Notable • Global Read-Aloud Selection • Crystal Kite Nerdy Book Award
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Author
Lynda Mullaly Hunt
Pages
320
Publisher
Penguin
Published Date
2017-03-28
ISBN
0142426423 9780142426425
Ratings
Google: 4.5
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"Loved this book🥰"
Shiloh
"one of the best books i have ever read. beautiful representation of dyslexia, autism, and more. every teacher should read this."
Becca Ramirez
"Quick read, very good book and super well written 5/5"
Zoe Fan-Shook
"The first book that got me to love reading."
Ella Gardner
"Probably I kissed shara wheeler if you are into LGBTQ books. If not then pride and premediation. If you want a book similar to this I would recommend out of my mind."
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Eva Snyder
"This is a story I have read so many times and shows how being different is amazing, believe in your self is another huge mention! Everyone should read as well as all pre teens! "
Ava Regier
"pretty good book not gonna lie. gets you interested and it’s easy to keep track of what’s happening in the worry. there isn’t too much but there’s a perfect amount to keep you interested in reading. a heartwarming plot to finish it off. it’s a good book, would recommend "
heyimdeposit
"This had me in tears, happy ones . I just absolutely love books that tells a story similar yet different to my own because in the end, even if I'm going through different struggles than the main character in this, in the end she makes me feel less alone in my struggles. This was a wonderful read and would recommend to those who needs encouragement to keep being themselves. "
Chezzy
"This was such an amazing book, I never wanted to put it down. It had amazing representation and I definitely recommend it!!"
Rory Kirtz
"Great for preteens and young teens! Normalises bullying experiences, school problems, and learning disabilities and encourages asking for help. Mr. Daniels is an inspiration and Addy is lovably flawed. 10/10"
Lauryn Wilson
