Chloe and Tom

Chloe and Tom follows a girl and her younger brother Tom, who has Fragile X Syndrome, through ordinary shared moments — puzzles, the park, stargazing — while his teacher helps classmates understand his condition. Melissa Mikkelsen fills a genuine gap in children's literature: books specifically addressing Fragile X are rare, and this one approaches the subject with warmth rather than clinical distance. The sibling bond is the emotional core, and it lands authentically. The strength is how naturally the inclusion message emerges from the relationship rather than being announced. The honest caveat is that the niche subject will limit its reach as a general picture book, though it is a genuinely valuable resource for families and classrooms navigating neurodiversity. A meaningful and beautifully intentioned addition to the shelf.