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Maybe I'm Different

by Gayle Stock; Illustrated by Tommy Moreno and Gayle Stock

20 pages; Saddle stitched; illustrated; catalogue #06-1466; ISBN 1-4120-9710-X; US$10.00, C$11.50, EUR8.21, £5.75

Small yet thought-provokingly powerful! This book uses delightful, creative characters and verse to address individual differences, in ourselves and in others, and acceptance of those differences.

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About the Book

About the Author

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About the Book

We are all different, but being ridiculed because of those differences can be very traumatic. The following quote came from a Special Education Teacher:

"Gayle Stock's book helps children understand bullying by giving examples of the results of their actions. She does this with interesting cartoon characters. Gayle encourages the development of new interpersonal skills so children feel good about how they relate to others. I was impressed that the book had appeal to many ages."

Maybe I'm Different is a thoughtful, heart-warming book about being different and accepting those differences. The character illustrations are fantastic and their expressions alone tell a story. They, along with the verses, help us all to see that unkind words and actions can be very hurtful. The following are quotes from real eighth grade students and teachers:

"Such a heartwarming book — I love it"

"Your book will teach young ones the value of being nice"

"I think your book was great. It is so real"

"That book touched me and hit me. Now, I really know that it's not okay to judge"

"I thought that book was just perfect"

"I thought the story was amazing. It totally touched my heart"

"It brings up things that make people unique"

"Good book, can't get better"

"Awesome story"

"This book was pure brilliance. I feel so grand to be individual, more than I already did"

As you can see by the above quotes, this book has a compelling message that really hits home and has a positive affect on those that read it.

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About the Author

The author was born and raised in Washington State, where she still resides with her soulmate and husband of 37 years. They have two wonderful daughters, each of whom has a wonderful mate. The author is a para-educator working with Learning Support Students in grades 6-8. It was through working with students that she saw a need for this book.

Tommy Moreno did the character illustrations for the book.

Part of the proceeds from the sale of this book will go to Doernbecher Children's Hospital of Portland, Oregon and to the American Cancer Society in memory of the author's mother and brother-in-law, Emma (Lloyd) White and Greg Bjur.

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