The Running Dream
The Running Dream by Wendelin Van Draanen is a poignant narrative published by Random House Children’s Books on January 11, 2011. This first edition spans 352 pages and is presented in English. The story follows Jessica, a young girl who faces the life-altering challenge of losing a leg in a car accident. As she navigates her new reality with a prosthetic leg, Jessica grapples with feelings of invisibility and the struggle to reclaim her identity as a runner.
Readers will find a journey of resilience and personal growth as Jessica learns to adapt and dream beyond her circumstances. With the support of her family, friends, and a tutor named Rosa, she confronts her limitations and aspires not only to run again but to uplift others along the way. The book explores themes of disabilities, sports, and the importance of community, making it a relatable read for those interested in young adult fiction that addresses health and daily living challenges.
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The acclaimed author of Flipped delivers a powerful and healing story that’s perfect for anyone who’s ever thought that something was impossible. Readers will revel in the story of a girl who puts herself back together—and learns to dream bigger than ever before—after she’s told she’ll never run again.
Jessica thinks her life is over when she loses a leg in a car accident. She’s not comforted by the news that she’ll be able to walk with the help of a prosthetic leg. Who cares about walking when you live to run?
As she struggles to cope with crutches and a first cyborg-like prosthetic, Jessica feels oddly both in the spotlight and invisible. People who don’t know what to say, act like she’s not there. Which she could handle better if she weren’t now keenly aware that she’d done the same thing herself to a girl with CP named Rosa. A girl who is going to tutor her through all the math she’s missed. A girl who sees right into the heart of her.
With the support of family, friends, a coach, and her track teammates, Jessica may actually be able to run again. But that’s not enough for her now. She doesn’t just want to cross finish lines herself—she wants to take Rosa with her
Winner of the Schneider Family Book Award
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