Dr Paschal Baute

Lottie Mae, the Turkey Who Could Not Stop Dreaming: a Story of Surviving Adn Thriving Despite Setbacks Dr Paschal Baute

Publisher Marketing: Lottie Mae, the turkey who could not stop dreaming is the story of a young turkey born into a chicken farm yard with one leg shorter than the other. She knew she was different from the beginning as others made fun of her limping. Curious and questioning, she wondered if the farm yard fence was to keep wild animals out. She began to dream of learning to fly, dreaming of a different life.. She started practicing although the others made fun of her. Overhearing news of her planned fate, she became determined to escape. When she succeeded, she found a new life waiting for her. Designed for children and adults with special needs, the story teaches the value of persistence in dreaming, coping with setbacks, value of setting goals and determination. Lottie Mae not only thrives but demonstrates resilience in the face of many obstacles. She finds hope, healing for her fears, and resilience to discover a new life of meaning. Useful for discussion about setbacks, fears, feeling like an outsider, learning resilience and dreaming and practice. Guidelines for group discussion. Suggested grade level: second grade (some users say first grade) and up, including adults. Teaches the value of finding a passion and believing in it. This second edition contains Discussion Guidelines for both younger and older students and adults. Illustrated, 40 pages.