Can You See Me?
Scholastic Inc. | ISBN 9781338608939 Paperback
368 Pages | Ages 8 to 12
Scholastic Inc. | ISBN 9781338608922 Ebook
368 Pages | Ages 8 to 12
Scholastic Inc. | ISBN 9781338608915 Hardcover
368 Pages | 5.906" x 8.532" | Ages 8 to 12
A coming-of-age story about learning to celebrate yourself — and teaching the world to recognize you, too — perfect for fans of R. J. Palacio's Wonder!Things Tally is dreading about sixth grade:— Being in classes without her best friends— New (scratchy) uniforms— Hiding her autism. Tally isn't ashamed of being autistic — even if it complicates life sometimes, it's part of who she is. But this is her first year at Kingswood Academy, and her best friend, Layla, is the only one who knows. And while a lot of other people are uncomfortable around Tally, Layla has never been one of them . . . until now.Something is different about sixth grade, and Tally now feels like she has to act "normal." But as Tally hides her true self, she starts to wonder what "normal" means after all and whether fitting in is really what matters most.Inspired by young coauthor Libby Scott's own experiences with autism, this is an honest and moving middle-school story of friends, family, and finding one's place.
Raves & reviews:
Praise for Can You See Me?:"This glimpse into the world of a young autistic girl is astonishingly insightful and honest. Tally's struggles to 'fit in' are heart-wrenching, and her victories are glorious." — Ann M. Martin, Newbery Honor and New York Times bestselling author of Rain Reign"Tally is smart, compassionate, and she has a superpower: autism. This own voices story is wonderfully authentic and informing. It doesn't portray an 'autistic girl'; rather, we get to meet a well-defined, relatable character who also has autism. I hope this book finds its way into the hands of readers everywhere as a reminder that our perceived weaknesses can also be our greatest strengths." — Wesley King, bestselling author of OCDaniel"Tally's story — based on Scott (herself 11 and autistic) and co-written with the neurotypical Westcott — shines with authenticity. The deceptively simple prose sticks tightly to Tally's point of view, conveying her courage and quirky charm while rendering with painful acuity her struggles with anxiety and sensory overload. Her triumph comes in her resolve to present as her own unique, different 'normal.'" — Kirkus Reviews