Children's ✦ Penny’s Take
Story about Courage
Joel Vecere · 1998
65/100
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Vecere's picture book about a wheelchair-using new student trying out for basketball tackles disability inclusion and belonging with warmth, and the classroom read-aloud format keeps it purposeful. The very thin review record and brevity of the story limit confidence in its execution, but the thematic intent is sound and the 1998 Heinemann Library context suggests genuine educational vetting. A fine library pick; harder to recommend for home purchase.
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Verdict receipt0–100
Faith & family safety98
Substance / usefulness65
Craft & writing60
Originality62
Evidence & accuracy68
Hype vs delivers72
Age-fit80
👁 Human-eye gut-check60
Penny’s verdict65
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