Clarence: A
Story about an Italian Boy with Big Ears and Big Problems (Ages K-3)
Clarence is the story
of an Italian boy who doesn't look like the rest of his dark-haired,
dark-skinned family. He is quiet and shy and cannot understand why
his family is so loud! Most of all, Clarence feels left out at school
because the kids tease him about his big ears. They bully him and
taunt him because he doesn't look like the rest of them, or so they
think!
This story reflects
the feelings we all can have when we don't think we fit in. It
demonstrates that with a little "reflection" we can all
discover that we are beautifully and wonderfully made!
Excerpt:
The students headed outside to the large wooden playground. As usual,
Clarence walked around the playground alone. That is until Giovanna
and Vinny pushed him from behind. Clarence turned to face them when
Vinny grabbed Clarence by the shoulders and pushed him again. This
time, Clarence flew backward and hit his back against a wooden pole
near the slide. Clarence began to get angry, but then he took a deep
breath. He realized this was his chance. He was finally able to say
what he wanted to say for so long.
About the Author:
Stephanie
Baruffi is an Early Literacy Specialist who lives in New Jersey with
her husband Art and their three sons. She graduated Summa Cum Laude
from Rowan University with a Masters in Reading Education in 2014.
Her grandfather Clarence, who passed away in 2012, inspired this
book. He loved his big family too and truly did have a big, beautiful
set of ears!
Blog
web addresses: http://www.stephaniebaruffi.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/SLBaruffi
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