This book tells the story of Temple Grandin, a scientist with autism who helped make life better for farm animals. As a child, she found it hard to talk to people, but felt calm around animals. She used her different way of thinking to invent helpful tools and became an expert in animal behavior. Temple is now known for her smart ideas, kindness and for helping people understand that being different can be a strength.
Who Is Pope Francis?tells the story of Jorge Mario Bergoglio, who became known as Pope Francis. He was the first pope from the Americas, the first Jesuit pope, and the first pope from the Southern Hemisphere. Born in Buenos Aires, Argentina, he grew up in a loving family and decided to become a priest when he was sixteen. The book shares how he worked hard, cared deeply about the poor, and wanted to make the church more welcoming and kinder.
Who Was Betty White?tells the story of a funny and kind actress who made people laugh for more than 70 years. The story begins with her childhood in Illinois and California, where she loved animals and dreamed of being on TV. As she grew up, Betty worked on radio shows and later became one of the first women on television. She starred in famous shows like The Golden Girls and The Mary Tyler Moore Show.
This book is one I picked up before going to bed, and I was absolutely intrigued throughout the novel. A young boy with facial deformities navigates his way through fifth grade, and it’s not easy. Throughout this novel, the reader gets an insight of many characters, their perspectives, and coping mechanisms. A lot of the novels I read are about fantasy, mystery, and “out-of-the-world” challenges, but this one was a calm and interesting read. This is a book that can definitely be read by some elementary schoolers, but as a high schooler I still enjoyed reading this novel.
Wonder by R.J. Palacio is about a kid named August Pullman who has to try and navigate school for the first time. He hasn’t gone to school ever because August has a rare disease called treacher collins syndrome, so he looks a little different than other kids. August did want to go to school because he didn’t look like all of the other kids. Later on in the book his parents convince him to try and go to school and he does. Even though August had some hard times throughout the year he still made it.
