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Navigating Early

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by Clare Vanderpool

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I don't understand why Early has become so smart even though he skips classes... Is he just gifted? Or has he taken any classes in the past?
Morgan He is likely gifted. Early is also located on the autism spectrum. Children and teens with autism generally have an easier time learning things they a…moreHe is likely gifted. Early is also located on the autism spectrum. Children and teens with autism generally have an easier time learning things they are interested in, such as Early's interest with Pi. (less)
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I just started reading this, but I was wondering...Is Early Auden autistic? I know it's possible that he is also gifted as well. Are we told definitely during the book or not and it's just implied?
C D Early is autistic. Autistic Children and teens are usually gifted.
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Could anybody tell me what they think the theme of the book it?
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Is this book Fantasy?
Rebecca Totra Not really. But there is a 'side story' that Early is telling during the book that sort of parallels with the journey that Early and Jack take and tha…moreNot really. But there is a 'side story' that Early is telling during the book that sort of parallels with the journey that Early and Jack take and that seems to be pretty unrealistic so because of that it's sort of woven with a touch of fantasy. The parts I'm referring to when I say 'side story' is the part where Early is telling the story of Pi. Those chapters are indicated by word titles instead of just numbering the chapters.(less)
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