Squishy Sand : Leigh's Wheelie Adventures - Charlene McIver

Squishy Sand

By: Charlene McIver, Caroline Keys (Illustrator)

Hardcover | 2 October 2020

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Little Parachutes Gold Award Winning Book

"This engaging picture book features Leigh, a disabled child who uses a wheelchair. It highlights some of the everyday obstacles that wheelchair users have to cope with. A great choice for any child, reinforcing the importance of empathy, resilience, teamwork, kindness and creative thinking."


Leigh and his friends would love to go to the beach. However, Leigh uses a wheelchair and has a fear of falling. He also knows it's difficult getting his wheelchair across the sand, but his friends Cosmo and Tara are determined to find a way to help their friend. After a number of hilarious failed attempts they finally solve the problem and enjoy a great day at the beach.

This engaging story also sheds light on the many obstacles children with different needs face in everyday life.

Based on the true story of Leigh who was born with a severe physical disability.

A beautifully illustrated story of friendship and determination.

Industry Reviews

"Squishy Sand is an educational children's story that teaches young readers valuable life lessons and problem-solving using creativity, all wrapped up in a fun little beach adventure. This book shows that it's important to be understanding and patient with people that struggle with a disability. The story is fun and entertaining for the audience. Overall, the book is a great read for children to learn about others, and how to help them!"

Reviewed by Thomas Anderson for Literary Titan March 2021 â­â­â­â­â­


Squishy Sand wins 1st Place in Forevability Empowering Tales (Self-Published Picture book category) 2021 Book awards.


"This is a compassionate and heartwarming story about determination when all odds are seemingly stacked against you. At the end of the book is a QR code to direct young readers to a video and read-along activity. Both engaging and educational, this is a beautiful story."

Reviewed by Emily- Jane Hills Orford for Readers' Favorite â­â­â­â­â­


"This book highlights some of the challenges faced by wheelchair users, reinforcing the importance of kindness, empathy, and compassion. But it is not primarily a book about disability, it's a book about courage and true friendships. A fun-filled book that captures the essence of friendship, and is beautifully illustrated by Caroline Keys. It was a joy to read, and we can't wait to read the next book in the series."

Reviewed by Beth Thompson for Readers' Choice Book Awards Finalist â­â­â­â­â­




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