<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>Carla approaches a favorite corner of the garden. Her vigilant brother knows that she can create beautiful fantasies as she twirls around to music only she can hear, engaged in quiet conversation with the small creatures and her favorite flowers.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p><em>Sister Butterfly</em> is an illustrated story with songs: About Inclusion, Belonging, and Compassion. Carla approaches a favorite corner of the garden where she feels safe and happy. Her vigilant brother knows that Carla can create beautiful fantasies as she twirls around and round to music only she can hear, engaged in quiet conversation with the small creatures and her favorite flowers.</p><p>Sister Butterfly is a loving and compassionate portrayal of how to find connection with those who may think or communicate differently. Sister Butterfly, depicts a beautiful child, who is a gift to her sibling, family, and community. Even though her abilities seem different, she speaks volumes to those who listen and understand. The verse sings with joy as vibrant illustrations pop with color, drawing the reader inside this world of love. Siblings and friends will see the true beauty of knowing a child with Down syndrome, or any other disability in a new way.</p><p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br><p>Sister Butterfly Endorsements: </p><p>Tiffany Pulcino, MD, MPH medical director of the University of Rochester Medical Center, Assistant Professor of Internal Medicine and Pediatrics, Director Complex Care Center, New York; Elaine Butler, Librarian at Support for Families of Children with Disabilities (SFCD), San Francisco, California; Ruth Metz, Former Deputy Director of the Multnomah County Public Library, Portland, Oregon; Beth C. Porter, Executive Director of Giant Steps Therapeutic Equestrian Center, Petaluma, California; Janis Wisherop, RN, Professor at College of San Mateo, California and mom to Katie (Noonan's Syndrome) and Molly, her sister; Julie Payne-Neward, President & Co-Founder, California Sibs, The California Chapter of Sibling Leadership Network; Diane Hobaugh, MA Parent of a child with Down syndrome, Educator, Co-Founder/Board President of Down Syndrome Association North Bay, Santa Rosa California; Victoria Long, Principal of North County Consortium, Windsor Unified School District, California; Dixie S. Porter, Retired Editor, world traveler, Sonoma County Realtor, Rio Vista, California</p><br>