Arnie and the New Kid

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Able-bodied Arnie teases Philip-a new student at his school who uses a wheelchair. However, after Arnie injures himself while making fun of Philip, he begins to understand what it means to be compassionate and welcoming. "This is a triumphant ending to a purposeful story that will be welcomed for its lighthearted treatment of a common situation. Carlson's vividly colored cartoon illustrations feature a variety of animals humorously dressed in children's clothes."-School Library Journal

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Nancy Carlson is an accomplished children's book author and illustrator who has published more than 60 books. She is one of the few people who knew back in kindergarten what she wanted to do for a living- "Make pictures and tell stories!" Nancy is also a guest author and illustrator at over 150 school classrooms each year, and has touched the lives of thousands of children across the country.