Ella and Star

Ella and Star by Michelle Wanasundera, published by Little Pink Dog Books on April 9, 2024, is a 32-page children’s book that explores themes of friendship and resilience. The story follows Bonny, who has a special bond with her friend Ella, who understands her sensory issues. When Ella moves away, Bonny feels lost and uncertain about finding another friend. Through a journey filled with magic and new connections, Bonny learns about hope and the importance of stepping outside her comfort zone.
Readers will find a narrative that addresses the challenges of loss and the journey toward acceptance, particularly for children with special needs. The book emphasizes the value of friendship and encourages young readers to embrace new experiences, even when they seem daunting. With its focus on family, social themes, and the experiences of children with physical impairments, this edition aims to resonate with many young readers, helping them feel understood and supported.
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Bonny has the most special friend in the whole world! Someone who accepts her just as she is with her sensory issues. Together they always have so much fun! But one day Ella has to move away and Bonny is left feeling very empty and lost. What will she do now? Will she ever find another friend like Ella? Will she ever be able to do the things she has always wanted to do? With a bit of magic and some unexpected friends finding her along the way, Bonny realizes that there is always hope. She finds that special someone who will help her step outside of her comfort zone and walk with her everywhere she goes! This beautiful and tender story will help children navigate loss and to encourage those with special needs that they are not alone and that they can do new things too. This story is full of encouragement and we hope that it will help any child know they can do new things–even if it feels hard. We know so many children will see themselves in these pages and say “that is just like me!”
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