Ginny Can
By (Author) Barbara J. James
BookBaby
BookBaby
20th February 2024
United States
Children
Fiction
Paperback
24
Width 228mm, Height 177mm, Spine 2mm
77g
"Ginny Can" is a heartwarming and engaging story about a young girl named Ginny, who joins a new school and quickly wins over her classmates with her charm and talents. As Ginny effortlessly makes friends and demonstrates her exceptional abilities, her peers come to admire and respect her for who she is.
Throughout the book, readers are given glimpses into the inner thoughts of the students via speech bubbles, adding a layer of depth and understanding to the characters' perspectives. By the end of the story, it becomes clear that one particular student, Billy, has developed a strong liking for Ginny. Additionally, the book offers an entertaining element as readers can discover the names of all the classmates, with at least one student wearing a shirt displaying their name each day.
The story takes an inspiring turn as it concludes with the revelation that Ginny uses a wheelchair, showing that her physical limitations do not define her abilities or her potential to form meaningful connections with others. "Ginny Can" is a powerful tale of friendship, acceptance, and the importance of looking beyond appearances to truly appreciate the unique qualities each person brings to the table.
Barbara J. James is an educator with over forty years of teaching in both the private and public sector. National Board Certified since 1999, her teaching accomplishments have earned her a National Time Warner Cable Teacher of the Year Award, Who's Who Among Teachers, and a Dr. Lawrence C. Hawkins Educator of the Year Award, just to name a few. Aside from teaching, Barbara enjoy writing and performing music, nature walks and learning from other people; especially children.