About the Book
Meet 10-year-old Zyion, a fun-loving and energetic little girl who is loved and adored by her family. While Zyion recognizes that her family loves her, she is sometimes teased at school because she is “different.” Zyion is autistic and sometimes has difficulties expressing how she feels. A Special Little Girl is meant to encourage every child that is labeled as “different” to remember that they are loved, valued and that they matter.
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