Publisher's Synopsis
When Edward invites Helix to his house for a sleepover, Helix is very excited. But when Helixarrives at Edward's house, he realizes his home is not wheelchair accessible. Helix isdisappointed until his mom suggests inviting Edward over instead. Once back at Helix's house,the two boys have a great time together. Edward learns a lot about how Helix navigates hisworld. The second book in a series about Helix, a tortoise without the use of his back legs whouses wheels to move around, "Helix Rolls into a Sleepover" is not just a fun story about friendshaving a sleepover. It is a story of overcoming roadblocks, finding solutions, and introducesreaders to what living life with a physical challenge actually looks like! From his accessible van,to the lift in his bedroom, Helix shows his friend Edward exactly what his day-to-day life is. AndHelix does all of this while demonstrating how their similarities outshine their differences."Helix Rolls into a Sleepover" showcases life with an actual disability while teaching empathy,understanding, and encouraging friendship. It is not only educational, but delightfully fun! EveryHelix book includes educational information about the real-life Helix and his other tortoisefriends! "Helix Gets His Wheels" readers will be thrilled that the hidden stork carrying a tortoiseis back on every page and this time, there is a new hide-and-seek character for them to find!
