Please Pay Attention

Navigating the shock of a school shooting can be traumatic – and on top of that, sixth-grader Bea had cerebral palsy, making it extra difficult for her. This middle grade novel in verse by Jamie Sumner is a “window” to anyone who is not a wheelchair user dealing with a neurological condition. Simple instructions like “just get down” during a shooting could be a herculean task for a wheelchair user. The author of “Roll with It” has yet again written a nuanced narrative that it is age appropriate for kids yet serious enough for adults.

Perfect for Grades 4 and above!