by Bill Martin Jr. and Ted Rand
I'm just going to copy and paste the ALA review here-It's more eloquent than I would be.
Boy-Strength-of-Blue-Horses begs his grandfather to tell him again the story of the night he was born. In a question-and-answer litany, the boy and his grandfather share the telling of the events on that special nightthe wild storm; the frantic ride for the grandmother/midwife; the birth of the frail, sickly boy; and the blessings of the blue horses.- Karen K. Radtke, Milwaukee Public Library
Audience
The website says Kindergarten thru 4th grade. I'd stick with late kindergarten. I think 5th graders would still be into this book.
What I Love:
1) The illustrations are gorgeous and gripping. They tell the story as much as the words.
2) I love the portrayal of a successful disabled character.
3) The voices of the grandfather and boy are distinct and interesting
4) This story is heartwarming and can lead to so many interesting conversations
Cautions:
1) This story is told from a Native American voice and perspective
2) It tackles the tough issue of children with disabilities. But I recommend it above any other disabled child book I've ever read.
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