Charlie’s Friendship Garden
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After being schooled at home, Charlie started at his local elementary school in the third grade. The kids at school had never seen someone like Charlie. At first, they stared at his leg. Then they began to make fun of him and called him names, and they never invited him to play at recess. During free time in the classroom, Charlie would sit on the window seat and read books, knowing and expecting that the other kids would not ask him to play. Charlie loved to read, and he learned everything he could about plants and flowers. Despite his disability, he had a special gift not many people had: a green thumb.
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About the Book
When third grader Charlie attends a new school, he discovers it’s not easy to make friends when you look different than the other kids. Despite his disability, Charlie has a special gift not many people have: a green thumb. His gift allows him to transform his world into a colorful and magical place. Set in 1929 in a small town in Texas, this historical tale describes how the polio outbreak affected one little boy’s life, and illustrates how he overcame adversity with patience, resilience, and a quiet strength.
About the Author
Andrea Zeddies is psychologist and floral designer from Austin, Texas. She is the author of, “Flower Therapy Journal: A Prescription and Guide for Self-Care & Living Your Life in Full Bloom.” This children’s picture book blossomed out of her commitment to spreading kindness and her passion for growing new things. About the Illustrator: Lauren Austin is a children's author and illustrator from England, blending her background in psychology with over eight years as Head of English at a prestigious private school. Now, Lauren writes and illustrates vibrant, engaging books that bring the joy of storytelling directly to the hands and hearts of young readers.