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We'll Paint the Octopus Red

Resource Type

Book - Child

Description

Emma isn't happy to learn that she will soon be a big sister. After talking with her father, however, she thinks of "at least a million things my new brother or sister could do with me," and she eagerly awaits her sibling's arrival. When Isaac is born, the family is confronted with the fact that he has Down Syndrome. Emma's father explains that Isaac will still be able to do all of the things that Emma has thought of; he will just do them at a slower pace. The story ends on a high note with an excited Emma and her father visiting Isaac and her mother in the hospital. A well-thought-out question-and-answer section completes this bibliotherapeutic title.

Ages

All Ages

Age Groups

Toddlerhood (1-3), Preschool/Kindergarten (3-5)

Languages

English

ISBN

1890627062

Authors

Stephanie Stuve-Bodeen , Pam Devito

Publication

1998 Woodbine House

Availability

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