Just Because

About this book

Amusing and often touching this story encompasses the issue of disability in a charming celebration of sibling friendship to which all children can relateMy big sister Clemmie is my best friend. She cant walk talk move around much cook macaroni pilot a plane juggle or do algebra. I dont know why she doesnt do these things. Just because. A younger brother describes all the fun he has with the big sister he loves so muchjust because in this heartwarming picture book about being perfectly loved no matter what. He is enthusiastic about just how loving and special she is and delights in telling us about all the fun things they do together. Only as his tale unfolds does the reader begin to realize that his sister has special needsand by then the reader just accepts as he does all the wonderful things about her. Teachers and librarians will appreciate this book for its sincere and convincing treatment of children with special needs while parents will use this book to encourage sibling friendship and to read with children who are beginning to ask why a particular child they know is "different."