About This Book
Reach for this book when you want to cultivate empathy or help a child understand that physical differences do not limit a person's capacity for joy and adventure. While it specifically features a protagonist with a visual impairment, the story speaks to any child who feels 'different' or is learning to appreciate the world through all of their senses. It is a lyrical, celebratory look at a day on a farm through the eyes of a young girl who experiences her environment with profound depth and independence. This story follows Mandy Sue as she navigates her family farm and enjoys a ride on her horse, Ben. Instead of focusing on what Mandy Sue cannot do, the narrative highlights her rich sensory world: the smell of the hay, the rhythm of the horse's gait, and the taste of wild berries. Ideal for children ages 4 to 8, this book provides a beautiful model of self-confidence and the universal desire for freedom and connection with nature.
