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Out of My Mind #3
Out of My Dreams
Melody flies to London to speak at a convention about differently abled kids in this stunning sequel to the acclaimed, New York Times bestselling middle grade novels Out of My Mind and Out of My Heart.When Melody saves an elderly back-in-the-day actress’s life, the woman is so grateful—and impressed by Melody—that she nominates Melody to be a US spokesperson at an international symposium for kids with different abilities. To Melody’s utter shock and delight, she and two friends of her choice are chosen to participate—and this year’s symposium is in England! Melody finally gets to fly on an airplane, and even the airline’s somewhat clumsy handling of her wheelchair can’t dampen her excitement to be in London. There, Melody meets kids from all over the world who are rallying for greater accessibility and more thoughtful planning on how to make the world more equal for every kid, no matter the unusual challenges they face. As Melody’s time to speak approaches, she hopes she can find a way to make every word count and make an impact.
320 pages, Hardcover
First published September 3, 2024
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Sharon M. Draper
55 books3,537 followersSharon M. Draper is a professional educator as well as an accomplished writer. She has been honored as the National Teacher of the Year, is a five-time winner of the Coretta Scott King Literary Award, and is a New York Times bestselling author. She lives in Cincinnati, Ohio.
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July 24, 2024Um, no one told me about this?!
September 12, 2024
As the third book in the series, this story leaves me feeling seriously underwhelmed. The premise of the book, or what I thought was the premise, was that Melody saves an elderly neighbor and is the invited to an international symposium for kids with disabilities, but the first 75% of the book is her sightseeing around London. The actual part where Melody gets to the symposium is over so quickly that it felt like an add-on at the last minute.
Thank you to Libro.fm for an Educator ALC of this title.
Thank you to Libro.fm for an Educator ALC of this title.
September 7, 2024
ugh, she’s so cute
September 15, 2024
Unfortunately, I think 23 year old me is a little too old for this book. But I don’t care I almost cried at so many parts of this. I love melody and will read anything ever written about her
September 7, 2024
What a wonderful addition to Melody’s story. My only criticism is that it seems like the ending got cut off. It needed an epilogue or something.
September 9, 2024
Cute, fun read. I forgot how much I liked the character of Melody. The first book of the series is still one of my all-time favorite MG books.
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September 1, 2024I received a free audio copy from Libro.fm as part of their Educator Audiobook Listening Copies (ALCs).
September 17, 2024
Melody has CP and is in a wheelchair, can't speak, can't feed herself, or move very well. She can, however, use her computer "Elvira" to speak for her once she's used her magic thumbs to type her message. When Melody's quick thinking and Elvira's 911 button save an elderly neighbor, Melody gets the chance of a lifetime to visit London and attend a conference for bright young minds like hers. Though living with her disability always means adjustments, disappointments, and relying on others to help her with everything, Melody still manages to grab every opportunity life affords her. She and her new friend Sky, along with two adults, sightsee all over London, have some fanfic-worthy interactions with famous people, and finally end at the conference. It's the trip of a lifetime.
I still think the first book is the strongest in this series, though I enjoyed both other books thoroughly; they do a great job with worldbuilding and showing how Melody navigates various situations. Both, though, are more travelogues than traditional-format novels. There's nothing wrong with that, and Melody does grow and learn on this trip, but I don't think it has the punch of the first book. Kids who've read the first book will enjoy the sequels, but I wouldn't start with them. I did note that the author has kept the story set in the same timeframe that the original book was published, 2012-13. Thanks to Libro.FM for a free educator's copy of the audiobook.
I still think the first book is the strongest in this series, though I enjoyed both other books thoroughly; they do a great job with worldbuilding and showing how Melody navigates various situations. Both, though, are more travelogues than traditional-format novels. There's nothing wrong with that, and Melody does grow and learn on this trip, but I don't think it has the punch of the first book. Kids who've read the first book will enjoy the sequels, but I wouldn't start with them. I did note that the author has kept the story set in the same timeframe that the original book was published, 2012-13. Thanks to Libro.FM for a free educator's copy of the audiobook.
September 15, 2024
Thank you @simon.audio for my #gifted copy of this alc!
When Melody saves the life of a former actress, the grateful woman nominates her as a U.S. spokesperson at an international symposium for kids with different abilities. To Melody's amazement, she and two friends are selected to attend the event in England. Despite some issues with her wheelchair during the flight, Melody is thrilled to be in London. There, she meets kids from around the world advocating for better accessibility and equality for all children, regardless of their challenges. As her moment to speak approaches, Melody hopes to deliver a message that makes a lasting impact.
Ever since I received Out of My Mind as a giveaway I have been hooked on Sharon Draper’s series. Each book has a unique story, but addresses the physical and social challenges some children face in a very powerful and approachable way. Melody may not be able to talk without Elvira, her keyboard she uses to communicate with others, but her mind is sharp and a thing of beauty. I have loved reading this series as Melody gets older and is now in seventh grade her experiences are expanding and she is becoming braver with each book. My only complaint is that the ending felt abrupt and I would have loved an epilogue chapter. I hope this isn’t the last of Melody’s stories because she is a real example of what people with disabilities can overcome and the experiences they can have, just like everyone else. I also love listening to #sisisaishajohnson narrate, I just think she brings Melody to life.
When Melody saves the life of a former actress, the grateful woman nominates her as a U.S. spokesperson at an international symposium for kids with different abilities. To Melody's amazement, she and two friends are selected to attend the event in England. Despite some issues with her wheelchair during the flight, Melody is thrilled to be in London. There, she meets kids from around the world advocating for better accessibility and equality for all children, regardless of their challenges. As her moment to speak approaches, Melody hopes to deliver a message that makes a lasting impact.
Ever since I received Out of My Mind as a giveaway I have been hooked on Sharon Draper’s series. Each book has a unique story, but addresses the physical and social challenges some children face in a very powerful and approachable way. Melody may not be able to talk without Elvira, her keyboard she uses to communicate with others, but her mind is sharp and a thing of beauty. I have loved reading this series as Melody gets older and is now in seventh grade her experiences are expanding and she is becoming braver with each book. My only complaint is that the ending felt abrupt and I would have loved an epilogue chapter. I hope this isn’t the last of Melody’s stories because she is a real example of what people with disabilities can overcome and the experiences they can have, just like everyone else. I also love listening to #sisisaishajohnson narrate, I just think she brings Melody to life.
September 5, 2024
pricey with no conclusion
I was late discovering Melody’s story, but quickly finished the first and second books. I was excited for the third but it quickly fell flat. The first reason was the price. Books need to be inclusive for all, but prices frequently exclude people. An ebook, should not cost $11. For me I had to decide if I bought this book, would I have the money to eat tonight. Ultimately I chose to buy it anyway, even though I will likely be eating ramen noodles tonight. Kindle Unlimited exists and more books need to be on it!
Now about the book. While I really enjoyed it and as a person with disabilities it rang true, the ending fell flat. It was rushed and just dropped off with no conclusion.
I was late discovering Melody’s story, but quickly finished the first and second books. I was excited for the third but it quickly fell flat. The first reason was the price. Books need to be inclusive for all, but prices frequently exclude people. An ebook, should not cost $11. For me I had to decide if I bought this book, would I have the money to eat tonight. Ultimately I chose to buy it anyway, even though I will likely be eating ramen noodles tonight. Kindle Unlimited exists and more books need to be on it!
Now about the book. While I really enjoyed it and as a person with disabilities it rang true, the ending fell flat. It was rushed and just dropped off with no conclusion.
September 14, 2024
Readers who stayed for Melody’s story in Book 2 will probably love Book 3 when she (rather unrealistically) is given an all-expenses-paid trip to London and invited to a youth think tank conference after calling 911 for neighbor who falls outside her window. Much of the story focuses on her ritzy trip rather than the conference, and it seems to end abruptly. Melody’s young fans may not notice, but there were an awful lot of too-good-to-be-true moments— hence the 3 stars. However, Draper has created a memorable heroine who gives us an eye-opening view into the life of one differently-abled girl who wants so desperately to both fit in and make a difference.
September 17, 2024
I really love that Sharon Draper wrote a third book for Melody, and I know my students who read the first two books will be anxious to discover the next stage of Melody’s journey. I will definitely be ordering a couple of copies for our school library collection.
I believe Melody’s perspective is important for all children, and because I think fans will love it, I’m giving it 4 stars. It’s very sweet, and age-appropriate for the intended audience. However, I was so frequently distracted by thinking, “this is so unrealistic,” that it detracted from the realistic elements for me.
Thank you, Libro.fm for the free educator ALC!
I believe Melody’s perspective is important for all children, and because I think fans will love it, I’m giving it 4 stars. It’s very sweet, and age-appropriate for the intended audience. However, I was so frequently distracted by thinking, “this is so unrealistic,” that it detracted from the realistic elements for me.
Thank you, Libro.fm for the free educator ALC!
September 17, 2024
While this was a truly beautiful book, Draper seems hesitant to let us see Melody go through the same struggles that she went through in Out of my Mind. It’s nice to see this protagonist find the happiness she so clearly deserves, but it sometimes seems a bit too far from reality for it to come to her so easily. I’d love to live in a world where folks with disabilities are as unhindered and unstoppable as Melody, but this is all too often not the case.
September 7, 2024
I absolutely am loving this series. Each has a unique story, but addresses the challenges physically and socially that some children face in a powerful and approachable way that is highly appropriate for intermediate readers!
I will be adding this book to my classroom library!
Thank you LibroFM educators for the listen!
I will be adding this book to my classroom library!
Thank you LibroFM educators for the listen!
September 12, 2024
Thanks to @libro.fm for allowing me to listen to an ALC of this book. Although I didn't care for the narrator, I felt like this was a good wrap up for Melody's story. Her interactions with other people and her exeriences in this book will be relatable to students of all abilities. I would recommend this book to students who have enjoyed Out of My Mind and Out of My Heart.
September 19, 2024
Melody is a character that I will never forget so I knew I had to read this book. I really enjoyed seeing more examples of Melody’s bravery while she gets to enjoy being a teenager. Traveling abroad, meeting celebrities, sharing ideas, and making new friends are some of her new adventures and although it felt like it ended too soon, I liked this story as much as the others in the series.
September 11, 2024
Honestly thought about rating it a 2 😳 I just loved the first book so much but this one fell real flat. There was no true story arc/problem in the story. I honestly didn’t read some chapters fully and skipped ahead a bit. A bit disappointed 😣
September 17, 2024
This series never fails to surprise and inspire me. The chance to experience life through the exceptional lens of a young teen with Cerebral Palsy is one not to be missed. Talk about a window into a life I will never lead!
September 9, 2024
This series is one of my favorites ever since I read Out of my Mind. Hope there’s more books to come in the series. This is a book that depicts characters with disabilities right
September 10, 2024
This was fabulous. I enjoyed it as much as book one.
September 11, 2024
I loved this book. I love the character of Melody and how Draper develops her into a hero. I love that the focus is on her ability to be like every other child!!! Go, Melody.
September 13, 2024
A wonderful continuation of Melody's story. I love the focus on all that Melody can do - rather than what she can't. The perfect book for young activists!
September 15, 2024
Sharon M. Draper has done it again! Thank you for another book about Melody. We need another. Bravo.
September 15, 2024
Loved, loved reading the 3rd book in the Melody series!!! I can't wait to see the movie too.
A must-have for all libraries!
A must-have for all libraries!
September 16, 2024
So so good!
September 17, 2024
Sharon Draper does it again transporting us back into Melody’s world and the possibilities that are out there for our youth. Great book!
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September 18, 2024THE ENDING. WHERE IS THE DATE WITH NOAH???? also pretty good book
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