Le silence de Mélodie

Sharon Draper chose to tell this story from the perspective of a girl with cerebral palsy, which is so unique. I wonder what inspired the way she conveyed the protagonist's thoughts and feelings without traditional narration.

There are some genuinely funny and uplifting scenes alongside the more heartbreaking ones. How do you think the author managed to keep that tone consistent?

It's such an important story for fostering empathy. Have any young readers shared how it changed their perspective or understanding of classmates with disabilities?