What readers think of Out of My Mind, plus links to write your own review.

Out of My Mind by Sharon M. Draper is a heart-wrenching and inspiring story that will leave readers feeling deeply moved. The novel is narrated by 11-year-old Melody, who has cerebral palsy and is unable to communicate with others in the way she wants to. Despite this, Melody is a bright and intelligent girl who longs to be understood and accepted for who she is.

The author does an excellent job of bringing Melody's character to life and giving readers a glimpse into the struggles and challenges that people with disabilities face on a daily basis. Melody's perseverance and determination are truly admirable, and readers will find themselves rooting for her throughout the story.

One of the things that I appreciated about this book was how it tackled important themes such as empathy, inclusion, and the power of communication. Draper's writing is both honest and poignant, and she doesn't shy away from difficult topics. This book is an important reminder that every person, regardless of their abilities, has something valuable to contribute to the world.

Overall, I would highly recommend Out of My Mind to anyone looking for a thought-provoking and emotionally engaging read. It's a powerful story that will stay with you long after you've turned the last page.

I LOVE IT!!!!!!!!

Love it! TBH at first I didn't think much of disabled people, but this book changed me!

This is my favorite book, ever! I've read this when I was in 3rd grade, and LOVED it. Out Of My Mind describes how it would be like if you were disabled through Melody's perspective. There are two sad parts at the end and actually made me cry, but there are happy and funny parts too! I recommend this book to anyone who needs something to read.

This book is so amazing! I can't believe how well the story is put together, all the confinement, and just thinking about being stuck in you own head is actually kinda scary! But she has a brilliant mind, and she gets through all of her hardships. This was probably one of the first books that ever made me cry!

This book was good, but there are some scenes I would take away and some I would create. Over all though, it was good.

This brook was one of the best i've have read. idk about y'all but it was good!

Melody, eleven years old, is brilliant. She also has spastic bilateral quadriplegia (cerebral palsy), is confined to a wheelchair and cannot speak. When she gets a Medi-Talker that allows her to communicate, her life changes.
OUT OF MY MIND tells Melody’s story of being confined in so many ways until her Medi-Talker arrives and the changes it makes in her life and the lives of those around her. Told sensitively and with compassion, it also tells of the story of a “normal” pre-teen confined in a disability. Draper writes with clarity. Melody is a well-rounded character as are her mother and father, neighbor and mentor, personal assistant and, most importantly, the other fifth graders and teachers in both her “special” classes and her “inclusive” classes.
Book groups (adult, teen, mother-daughter) will all find many topics for discussion including disabilities, friendship, jealousy, cliques, “special” education and others. Many of the topics will resonate with all teens and pre-teens who struggle with image, self-confidence and differences.
5 of 5 stars