Out of My Mind

📘 Product Description

Out of My Mind by Sharon M. Draper is a powerful and inspiring middle-grade novel told from the perspective of Melody, a brilliant girl with cerebral palsy who is nonverbal and uses a wheelchair. Though she cannot speak, Melody has a photographic memory and a sharp mind—and she is determined to show the world who she truly is.

This emotionally rich story explores inclusion, perseverance, empathy, and the importance of being heard. Written with honesty and heart, the book challenges assumptions and invites readers to see the world through a different lens.

A widely recommended read for schools and families, Out of My Mind encourages compassion and understanding while delivering a memorable, uplifting story.

⭐ Details

• Reading Level: Middle grade

• Recommended Ages: 10–14

• Themes: Disability awareness, empathy, determination, friendship

• Great for: Classrooms, book clubs, independent readers