Children – Cathy Gibson Books

Gracie Saves The Day!

audisscott — Tue, 27 Feb 2018 05:02:52 +0000

Gracie loves baseball. The meanest girl in school, Penelope Taylor always makes fun of her for liking “boys stuff .” When Gracie’s friend Mary wants them to enter a school dance contest together, Penelope’s teasing gets even worse. What will happen? Can Gracie try something new? What will Penelope do when Mary needs help?

Through Sophie’s Eyes

audisscott — Thu, 11 Feb 2016 10:41:26 +0000

This is a story of a young deaf girl overcoming obstacles and having a positive attitude while achieving her goal of learning how to dance. Sophie is a girl who loves to dance. She receives a flyer in school about a new dance class being offered. When Sophie arrives to dance class, the other girls are confused when they see her talking with her hands. They immediately think that because she is deaf, she can not dance. To help the girls see through Sophie’s eyes, the dance teacher Miss Helyn, has the girls dance without music or verbal instructions. The girls are surprised how hard it was to dance without sound, and embrace Sophie for her ability to dance.

Sophie Discovers Synchronized Swimming

audisscott — Thu, 11 Feb 2016 10:39:44 +0000

Once again, we meet Sophie who is intrigued by the beauty and form of synchronizedswimming while attending her cousin Gilly’s swim meet. Although unable to hear the music because she is deaf, Sophie challenges herself and others who have doubts about her fitting in. Gilly’s steadfast support of Sophie combined with Sophie’s determination, lead to success and acceptance not only in the pool. Gilly’s friends learn to embrace Sophie’s individuality with a newfound awareness of how the challenges of others can change them as well.

What’s Your Something Special?

audisscott — Thu, 11 Feb 2016 10:35:40 +0000

Samantha longs to be just like everyone else, but she is special. She wonders if she is only special for what she can’t do–walk. Is this all that makes her unique? If so, she doesn’t want to be special anymore. Beth is the only friend that understands, because Beth is different too. One summer night, a mysterious magician offers a gift to Samantha that will change forever how she sees herself and her friend. Samantha’s gift will help you search your heart to find your own something special.

Daisy Mae Finds Her Way

audisscott — Thu, 11 Feb 2016 10:32:54 +0000

When friends and classmates Renee & Maria encounter a scrawny stray dog, Maria sees it as dirty while Renee sees it as needing help and love. Watch what happens on the playground and at the favorite swimming spot that changes everything.

This multi-layered story delivers messages about bullying, abuse and loving
actions that make a difference and will inspire valuable conversation with
young readers and their families.