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Fish in a Tree
A New York Times Bestseller • An emotionally-charged, uplifting novel that will speak to anyone who’s ever thought there was something wrong with them because they didn’t fit in.
"Fans of R.J. Palacio’s Wonder will appreciate this feel-good story of friendship and unconventional smarts.” —Kirkus Reviews
“Everybody is smart in different ways. But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its life believing it is stupid.”
Ally has been smart enough to fool a lot of smart people. Every time she lands in a new school, she is able to hide her inability to read by creating clever yet disruptive distractions. She is afraid to ask for help; after all, how can you cure dumb? However, her newest teacher Mr. Daniels sees the bright, creative kid underneath the trouble maker. With his help, Ally learns not to be so hard on herself and that dyslexia is nothing to be ashamed of. As her confidence grows, Ally feels free to be herself and the world starts opening up with possibilities. She discovers that there’s a lot more to her—and to everyone—than a label, and that great minds don’t always think alike.
Schneider Family Book Award • ALA Notable • Global Read-Aloud Selection • Crystal Kite Nerdy Book Award
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Reviews
This book was so amazing!!! It was so heartwarming, I loved the characters (except Shay) and it had such a great lesson. This is the 5th time I’ve read it! Thanks to Lynda Mullaly Hunt, everyone who has this book has a great one in their hands right now.
By goodread girl
Those are all the words I would use to describe this book.
By game1247685356
There are so many things to learn from this book, old and youngsters alike. Compassion, understanding, friendship.
By Ladybug76041
I like this book but i dont love it a little boring after the middle part for like 20 pages but it teaches a important lesson
By Didara21
Super awesome! I need more…
By Azkaban555