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Reach for this book when your child feels that others only see their limitations or when they are struggling to find where they belong in a new environment. Olive, a bright twelve-year-old with brittle bone disease, navigates the complexities of middle school while searching for a magical, wish-granting hummingbird. Through her quest, she moves from wanting to be fixed to embracing her own spark. It is a luminous story of resilience and self-acceptance that addresses physical disability with deep empathy and whimsy. Perfect for ages 8 to 12, it offers a hopeful roadmap for any child who feels fragile, reminding them that their differences are often where their magic lives.