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Just Because

By Rebecca Elliott
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Just Because is a heart-warming picture book by Rebecca Elliott that tells the delightful story of a brother's love for his sister, Clemmie, who has a disability. The brother shares how Clemmie, despite not being able to do many things like walking, talking, or juggling, is his best friend and very special to him. The story beautifully celebrates sibling friendship and embraces the theme of disability with warmth and charm that resonates with all children.
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Ideal for young children, their families, and educators, especially in pre-school and primary school settings. This book fosters understanding and acceptance of disability through the universal theme of sibling love.

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A younger brother describes all the fun his has with the big sister he loves so much... just because

A younger brother describes all the fun his has with the big sister he loves so much... just because

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Just Because is a heart-warming picture book by Rebecca Elliott, telling the delightful story of a brother's love for his sister.

My big sister Clemmie is my best friend. She can't walk, talk, move around much, cook macaroni, pilot a plane, juggle or do algebra. I don't know why she doesn't do these things. Just because.

This charming picture book covers the issue of disability in a unique and beautiful celebration of sibling friendship to which all children can relate.

The brother delights in telling us about just how special his sister is and about all the fun things they do together.

This amusing and often touching story encompasses the issue of disability in a charming celebration of sibling friendship to which all children can relate.

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'A truly lovely book... It shows children what's possible and it puts adults in a position in which we can see and understand everyone, not just the so-called able-bodied.' — Michael Rosen, Children's poet and former Children's Laureate.

'This delightful, warm, beautifully illustrated picture book deserves a place on every bookshelf.' — Jacqueline Wilson, Children's author and former Children's Laureate.

'A book that deserves a place in every library and school in the country!' — Joy Court, Chair of the Youth Librarians' Group.

'The "just because" approach recognises difference without needing to understand why, highlighting unconditional sibling love and acceptance. Charming illustrations make it genuinely helpful in families and educational settings.' — Dame

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780745962351

Publisher: SPCK Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 20 August 2010

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Lion Children's Books

Edition: New edition

Illustration: Illustrations, colour

Audience: Primary and secondary education, Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 5.0mm

Width: 215.0mm

Height: 260.0mm

Weight: 173g

Pages: 32

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About the Author

Rebecca Elliott is an author-illustrator who has won several awards andbeen nominated for the Kate Greenaway Medal. Her children, Toby, Clemmieand Benjy, often star in her books. Her website is www.rebeccaelliott.com

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