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Cerebral Palsy In Out Of My Mind By Sharon Draper

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In the novel, Out of my Mind by Sharon Draper, a ten year old girl named Melody Brooks suffers from a disorder called Cerebral Palsy. Cerebral Palsy affects the body’s muscles, bones, and the ability to speak, but it certainly doesn 't affect one’s mind. Melody yearns to live life to the fullest despite her huge limitation. However, the world isn’t very excepting. Melody’s journey

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