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What Happens Next - by Susan Hughes (Hardcover)

What Happens Next - by  Susan Hughes (Hardcover)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>A raw, realistic story told by an unnamed protagonist who feels different from everybody else, like she doesn't quite fit in. Spare illustrations in a limited palette of blues and greens convey feeling alone even in the hustle and bustle of a crowded schoolyard. Full color..<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><i>What Happens Next</i> is a raw, realistic story told by an unnamed protagonist who is made to feel different from everybody else--even invisible sometimes. Bullied by a girl at school, our narrator gives a terse script of the related facts (What Her Friends Do: Laugh. What Everyone Else Does: Nothing.) and emotions (How I Feel Sometimes: Bad. Really Bad.). <p/> The narrator takes these hurt feelings home, where Mom listens and offers some ideas. At school the next day, the child confronts the bully by turning a "weirdo" fascination with science into an opportunity to find common ground, and maybe help the bully see the world in a new way. <p/> Spare illustrations in a limited palette of blues and greens convey feeling alone even in the hustle and bustle of a crowded schoolyard. Graphic novel-style panels set a steady pace for the emotional impact of this important story that doesn't simplify the realities of feeling like an outsider. It's a powerful starting point for discussions of emotions, empathy, and how we relate to others.<p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>A powerful reminder to children that even if we seem completely different, we have enormous commonalities that bind us.-- "School Library Journal"<br><br>An innovative question-and-answer dialogue format and the subtle use of color to convey emotions impart a positive message perfect for children, teens, and families dealing with bullying who just might need a new way of looking that is hopeful, heartfelt, and honest.-- "Foreword Reviews"<br><br>Hughes's suggestion that reaching out to bullies can be more effective than standing up to them is a brave and big-hearted one.-- "Publishers Weekly"<br><br>It's a powerful starting point for discussions of emotions, empathy, and how we relate to others. An impressively exceptional picture book for young children.-- "The Midwest Book Review"<br><br>This title is not a cure-all, but it offers a starting point for an important talk in either a family or a classroom setting.-- "Booklist"<br><br>What Happens Next is a powerful book and can be used to help young readers discuss their own hard-to-talk-about situations.-- "Quill & Quire"<br><br>What Happens Next is nothing short of a brilliant, must have book for all kids.-- "Read. Learn. Repeat."<br>

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