Overview

When Zoe has to start a new school after the summer holidays, she is naturally apprehensive. Making friends at a new school was hard enough but with her skin condition, that made it look like she had two different skin tones, it had always been harder. In her last school she had been lucky enough to befriend Quinn and that had changed everything. But now she would have to start all over and Quinn had already told her how horrible third graders could be. It isn't too long before Quinn's words are ringing in Zoe's ears, when class bully Nyla decides to try to turn the rest of the class against her by telling them that she has a disease and is contagious. Zoe fears the worst, but she is tougher than she thought she was and is determined that she will make friends and that others will like her for who she is. She just needs to work out how. I loved this book. It has a unique style based on the family characters which is endearing. Zoe or dough - never both is a cute girl with a visible difference voicing all the insecurities of trying to fit in at a new school. Her family are super supportive and give plenty of positive advice. In the end it is up to Zoe to keep her head up and make the friends she needs. It has a positive message for any child who is different and would be amazing to share with children in class. I believe children would easily relate to the characters and it would generate fabulous discussion on how we treat each other. Love it! Cute up lifting book for 8-9 year olds. A quick read that has some meaning and real life experience. I liked the topic this is not one you hear a lot about, yet it is pretty common really. What I really liked in this book was the ""Zen"" time. How her parents were not only positive and supportive, but taught her how to breath and how to calm herself down. Children at this age need tools on how to cope with life. I enjoyed the story of Zoe. I loved the relationship with her family, she was never afraid to talk to them when she felt nervous about something. It is an eye opener to kids that no matter what your parents are always there for you. Despite being scared at times she always stayed positive. The message is very strong for kids reading this book. They learn how through family and friends you can learn to overcome obstacles. Very well written and great story.

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This would make a good little chapter book for 6-8 year olds. Because of the size of the book I thought that it was a picture book. The story has a great message. However, I think page numbers would help so that children can keep track of where they leave off. There's not too many books about vitiligo so I was happy to introduce my son to the condition and answer any questions. From the tone of the story and the letter to the reader at the beginning of the book I can tell this author has a very warm spirit and passion for motivating the youth to excel. This is a lovely story for a child that is beyond picture books and ready for something more challenging. Zoe may not look like everyone else, but she is an amazing young girl. Throughout the story you see the transformation Zoe takes as she blossoms and becomes more confident within herself learning new lessons and making friends, all with the loving support of her family. A great book for a child to read to learn how to be a team player, and especially embrace who they are inside and on the outside. This is a good book for middle grade readers. Zoe is different from her friends. Zoe has Vitiligo and must deal with fiends her always support her others her school that bully her. Zoe deals with her issues with the help of a strong family who always listen and support her. Because Zoe has this support, she becomes a confident girl who has friends and embraces who she is. This book has a strong message for children, especially girls, to always be yourself. This book is relatable for most school age children. The invaluable lesson that follows Zoe and her insecurities is that she is beautiful, and is more than her perceived imperfection of vitiligo. Many kids need this story, this knowing of their worth, this kind of motivation - especially if they don't have a super loving and supportive family like Zoe's, that reminds and uplifts her when she has doubts. This book is a treasure.

"""This would make a good little chapter book for 6-8 year olds. Because of the size of the book I thought that it was a picture book. The story has a great message. However, I think page numbers would help so that children can keep track of where they leave off. There's not too many books about vitiligo so I was happy to introduce my son to the condition and answer any questions. From the tone of the story and the letter to the reader at the beginning of the book I can tell this author has a very warm spirit and passion for motivating the youth to excel."" ""This is a lovely story for a child that is beyond picture books and ready for something more challenging. Zoe may not look like everyone else, but she is an amazing young girl. Throughout the story you see the transformation Zoe takes as she blossoms and becomes more confident within herself learning new lessons and making friends, all with the loving support of her family. A great book for a child to read to learn how to be a team player, and especially embrace who they are inside and on the outside."" ""This is a good book for middle grade readers. Zoe is different from her friends. Zoe has Vitiligo and must deal with fiends her always support her others her school that bully her. Zoe deals with her issues with the help of a strong family who always listen and support her. Because Zoe has this support, she becomes a confident girl who has friends and embraces who she is. This book has a strong message for children, especially girls, to always be yourself."" ""This book is relatable for most school age children. The invaluable lesson that follows Zoe and her insecurities is that she is beautiful, and is more than her perceived imperfection of vitiligo. Many kids need this story, this knowing of their worth, this kind of motivation - especially if they don't have a super loving and supportive family like Zoe's, that reminds and uplifts her when she has doubts. This book is a treasure."""

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Jarred Stanton is a twice self-published children's author from Mobile, AL. At the age of 24, Jarred has put together six books with more to come from his five year writing career. Jarred Stanton is a speaker, youth advocate in his respected area shining his light upon the youth. He graduated from technical school with his Associate's Degree in 2017. In his spare time when he isn't writing or speaking, Jarred coaches youth sports in his area which really makes him whole. ""We aren't here to be afraid of our potential. We are here to create and become the most beautiful version of ourselves"" -Jarred Stanton-

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