In this brightly illustrated book, readers are introduced to Alphie, a computer that is 'wired differently' and therefore has trouble fitting in and performing successfully. After beginning to doubt his self-worth and his ability to do anything right, Alphie finally meets a human, Chris, who has been hired to fix the malfunctioning computers in the lab. Chris' patient and accepting approach totally changes Alphie's life. Instead of feeling incompatible and useless, Alphie starts to realize that being different is what makes him special, and soon he is free to use his abilities to their fullest -free to be who he was meant to be. This book, written for children ages 8 and up, fosters tolerance and acceptance while celebrating differences. It is a perfect addition to any family and school reading.

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Title: Amazingly Alphie
Publisher: AAPC Publishing
Publication Date: 2003
Language: English
ISBN 10: 1931282536
ISBN 13: 9781931282536
Binding: Paperback
Illustrator: Ransom, Beverley
Condition: Very Good

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Alphie the computer feels like a loser because he is programmed differently from the others and does not follow instructions the same way, until a technician named Chris comes along who understands that Alphie just works differently.

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Roz Espin brings her love of writing, natural affinity with children, creative expression and real-life experience as a parent of a child with a "difference" to Amazingly�Alphie! Roz is actively involved in various roles within her community that promote awareness, understanding and acceptance of differences. She lives in Toronto, Canada, with her husband, two children and dog.

Beverley Ransom brings her expertise and talent in visual communication to Amazingly�Alphie! with beautifully simple, expressive and entertaining illustrations. She has been a medical illustrator for the past 20 years. She lives in Toronto, Canada, with her husband, daughter and cat.

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