When You Feel Like a Polka-Dot Elephant

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This is a book for early grade children of any race or gender. It’s for children who feel different around the other kids, or feel as if they don’t fit in with the world around them in general. It was also written for any adult who can empathize.Children can feel different for many reasons. Maybe they’re shorter than average, taller than average, shy or not necessarily thin. Perhaps they speak a different language, or have two mothers or two fathers. The reason doesn’t matter. The fact is their feelings are real, and these powerful emotions are shaping how they feel about themselves.When You Feel Like a Polka-dot Elephant was written to help children understand it’s okay to be different. It was written to remind adults about the importance of acceptance and encouragement, and to let children know that being different is often what makes them special.