About This Book
Reach for this classic when your child is facing a physical setback, a daunting medical diagnosis, or feels limited by the word 'no.' This memoir-based story follows young Alan in the Australian bush as he navigates the world after contracting polio. It is a powerful testament to the idea that physical limitations do not diminish a child's thirst for adventure, friendship, or independence. Through Alan's eyes, readers experience the grit of rural life and the unwavering determination of a boy who refuses to let crutches stop him from riding horses or jumping puddles. It is a deeply moving exploration of resilience and family support, suitable for middle-grade readers. Parents will value how it frames disability not as a tragedy to be pitied, but as a series of obstacles to be creatively overcome with spirit and humor.
