About This Book
A parent might reach for this book when their child is feeling isolated due to a chronic illness, a disability, or simply feeling different from their peers. It's also an excellent choice for fostering empathy in children who may not have direct experience with disability. "The Year of the Buttered Cat" is a hilarious and heartwarming memoir co-written by Lexi Haas, a witty middle schooler with cerebral palsy, and her mother. It chronicles a year of navigating school, friendships, and medical challenges with unflinching honesty and a huge dose of humor. The book champions resilience, self-acceptance, and the power of family love, showing readers that what makes you different also makes you uniquely you. Its funny, authentic voice makes complex topics accessible and uplifting for middle-grade readers.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book deals directly with physical disability (cerebral palsy, being nonverbal, using a wheelchair) and medical topics. The approach is secular and matter-of-fact, explaining medical terms and procedures from Lexi's lived experience. It does not shy away from the frustrations and pain involved but consistently frames them within a context of resilience and humor. The resolution is realistic and hopeful: life's challenges continue, but Lexi is confident, loved, and moving forward with purpose.
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