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http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/100233-stop-think-speak-award
Lauren made a comment in the Spring 09 LLED, Altoona group:
I nominate "Cookie" be Linda Kneeland and illustrated by Todd Fargo. "Cookie" is about a little girl named Molly who is mentally handicapped. She can understand what people say to her, but she is unable to verbalize a response. Her mother invites Susan to their home, and Susan teaches the family some sign language. After her visit, Molly is able to tell her mother what she wants which alleviates some of Molly's frustrations. The last page of the book has some signs that readers can study and learn as well. This book would be beneficial for students with and without disabilities because it will foster an understanding and provide the ability to discuss such difficult topics. Because of mainstreaming in the classroom, this book would be an important tool for every teacher and would be excellent for read-aloud due to the ability for important discussions.