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A review by sbojo32
Get a Grip, Vivy Cohen! by Sarah Kapit
5.0
This book is perfect for upper elementary school students. The format is easy to read - told in a series of letters (and then emails) between Vivy and her favorite, famous baseball player. Vivy is autistic and is aware of her "disability" and I love that she learns more about herself through this book. Because of the format, Vivy gets a true voice, and I think this will resonate with kids.
Vivy is a knuckleball pitcher. She's practicing with her brother one day and a Little League (or similar) coach asks if she'd be interested in joining his team. She struggles to get approval from her parents but eventually joins. The kids on the team aren't thrilled about the new addition, and she has to deal with bullies... and making new friends.
Overall it's a great book about fitting in and trying to make sure your voice is heard.
Vivy is a knuckleball pitcher. She's practicing with her brother one day and a Little League (or similar) coach asks if she'd be interested in joining his team. She struggles to get approval from her parents but eventually joins. The kids on the team aren't thrilled about the new addition, and she has to deal with bullies... and making new friends.
Overall it's a great book about fitting in and trying to make sure your voice is heard.