When Michael starts school, he discovers that he doesn't enjoy the same things as the other boys, like playing ball. Some of his classmates bully him bully him for being different. Can Michael overcome the bullying and find friends like him? Developing healthy social skills when entering the school-age years is critical for all children. This includes those who are developing with "different" interests to what society expects. The author shares how he handles his exclusion and bullying growing up. He hopes that his own experience will inspire healthy success in a new generation of children and aims to promote inclusion for all.
Winner of the 2024 Independent Press Award-Distinguished Favorite Children's Book Non-Fiction
Winner of the 2024 Nautilus Book Awards-Silver Winner-Children's Picture Book/Non-Fiction
Winner of the 2024 National Indie Excellence Award-Finalist-Silver